Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork takes only minutes to prep, with minimal ingredients, and slow cooks for 10 hours. The pork is then shredded and smothered in your favorite barbecue sauce. This is the best pulled pork recipe and very versatile. You can eat it as is or place the pulled pork between two buns to enjoy as a pulled pork sandwich.

Are you in search of the best pulled pork recipe? If so, you are in luck! During the summer months (and really year round) I love to let my slow cooker do all the work for dinner. My Slow Cooker Pulled Pork recipe is one of my go-to easy dinners thanks to the low prep, few ingredients, and bulk amount of main dish it makes. We love pork in my home. Whether it’s a Shoulder Roast or a pork tenderloin you’ll find pork on our menu often. Whether you are feeding a crowd or simply craving barbecue you will love this bbq pulled pork.

Over the years I have tweaked and created the very best pulled pork recipe. This recipe makes a lot so be prepared if you are trying to make it just for a family of 4. I never mind having leftover pulled pork, because it only means that I’ll get to make my favorite pulled pork nachos! It’s a great way to reinvent leftovers.

Jump to:

• Why this Recipe Works
• Ingredients
• Pulled Pork Rub Recipe
• How to Cook Boston Butt in Crockpot
• FAQs
• Expert Tips
• Pulled Pork Side Dishes
• Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Why this Recipe Works

Convenience – Making pulled pork in a slow cooker is incredibly convenient! You can prep everything in the morning or even the night before, set it to cook, and come back to a delicious, tender, and flavorful meal in the evening. It’s a perfect option for busy weekdays or lazy weekends when you don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen.

Feeds A Crowd – One pork shoulder can feed a lot of people. So if you are entertaining and looking for something that is inexpensive and feeds a lot of people pulled pork is the ticket.

Flavor – Slow cooking pork is an excellent way to infuse the meat with flavor. As the pork cooks low and slow, the flavors of the spices, herbs, and other ingredients you’ve added to the dish have ample time to meld together and create a mouthwatering taste that is sure to please everyone’s taste buds.

Versatility – Pulled pork is a versatile dish that can be used in many different ways. You can serve it as a main dish with your favorite sides, use it as a filling for tacos, sandwiches, or even use it as a topping for pizza or baked potatoes. The possibilities are endless, and the slow cooker makes it easy to create a large batch that you can enjoy throughout the week.

Ingredients

• Pork – I use a Pork Shoulder otherwise known as a Boston Butt. Anywhere from 4-7 pounds works for this recipe.
• Seasonings – I use a mix of salt, pepper, and garlic powder for my rub for the pulled pork.
• Onion – I love to line the bottom of the slow cooker with sliced onions.
• Pineapple Juice – One cup of pineapple juice is all you need. The onions and pork will

Pulled Pork Rub Recipe

Mix together the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Rub all over the pork shoulder until fully covered and seasoning is used up.

How to Cook Boston Butt in Crockpot

Place the sliced onions on the bottom of a 6 quart slow cooker.

Then plan the pork shoulder FAT SIDE UP in the slow cooker. Pour the pineapple juice. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 10 hours.

After the pork is done cooking, carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker and place into a large serving dish. Remove as much of the fat off of the pork as possible. Begin to shred the meat. Once all the pork is shredded, add the cooked onions into the meat and about ¼ cup of the liquid.

Next, add ¾ of a bottle of barbecue sauce to the shredded pork. Mix well. Serve immediately or drain most of the liquid out of the slow cooker and place back in slow cooker on “warm” setting until ready to enjoy.

FAQs

Expert Tips

Here are all my expert tips I’ve found helpful when I make pulled pork in the slow cooker.

• Pork – The most common cut of meat used for pulled pork is a pork shoulder or also known as a Boston Butt Pork Roast.
• Liquid – I like to use pineapple juice. If you don’t have this on hand you can use apple juice or even a light lager beer. If you don’t have any of those options on hand water always works but just does not provide as much flavor.
• Pulled Pork Sandwiches – Serve ½ cup portions of shredded pulled pork on to a hamburger bun. Top with more barbecue sauce if desired. Add a scoop of coleslaw to your sandwich for an extra treat! Or top with bread and butter pickles.
• Cooking Liquid – Reserve 1-2 cups of the cooking liquid that the pulled pork was made in for freezing and reheating.
• Freezing leftovers – You will have a lot of shredded pork leftover depending on how many people you feed for the initial dinner. The good news is that the bbq pulled pork freezes great! Simply place a 1-2 cup portion of shredded pork (with extra cooking liquid if you happened to reserve it) in a labeled freezer bag. Freeze flat for up to 3 months.
• Reheat Frozen Shredded Pork – To reheat the frozen shredded pork you will want to place the frozen pork in the refrigerator the night before to thaw. Once thawed you’ll want to cook on the stove top on medium-low heat until warm. Add liquid to the sauce pan to prevent the pulled pork from drying out. I would personally avoid reheating in the microwave as that may dry out the pork.

Pulled Pork Side Dishes

If you make Crock Pot pulled pork you might be looking for some sides to serve it with. Here are a few of my favorite side dish recipes that compliment the bbq pulled pork.

Looking for more side dishes? Check out my 15 Delicious Pulled Pork Sides roundup.

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