Pork & Seafood · Easy
Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
This easy pulled pork practically cooks itself in the slow cooker, resulting in tender, juicy, flavorful meat that shreds perfectly for sandwiches, tacos, or bowls.
10Prep min
480Cook min
490Total min
What you'll need
- 4 lbspork shoulder (pork butt)
- to tastesalt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoonpaprika
- 1 teaspoongarlic powder
- 1 teaspoononion powder
- 1yellow onion, sliced
- 1 cupchicken broth
- 1 cupbarbecue sauce, plus more for serving
- optionalhamburger buns, for serving
Let's cook
- 1Pat the pork shoulder dry and rub all over with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 2Place the sliced onion in the bottom of the slow cooker and set the pork on top.
- 3Pour the chicken broth around the pork.
- 4Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork shreds easily with a fork.
- 5Remove the pork, shred with two forks, discarding excess fat, and return to the slow cooker.
- 6Stir in the barbecue sauce and let sit on warm for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- 7Serve on buns with extra barbecue sauce, if desired.
Make it yours
- Add a splash of apple cider vinegar for tangy Carolina-style pulled pork.
- Use a spicy barbecue sauce for extra heat.
- Serve over rice or in tacos instead of buns.
Good with
- Coleslaw on top of the sandwich
- Pickles on the side
- Baked beans
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I make this in an Instant Pot?
Yes, pressure cook on high for about 60-70 minutes with a natural release, then shred and proceed as directed.
Can I freeze pulled pork?
Yes, it freezes beautifully for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.



