Easy Crockpot Barbecue Pulled Pork Recipe

Crockpot Barbecue Pulled Pork is a comforting and delicious dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a hearty and flavorful meal that everyone will love. Join me as we dive into this effortless recipe that transforms a humble pork shoulder into a barbecue masterpiece.

Resume of the recipe:

In just a few hours, your slow cooker will work its magic, transforming a pork shoulder into tender, flavorful pulled pork that’s perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or as a main dish. This Crockpot Barbecue Pulled Pork recipe is easy to prepare and packed with a smoky, tangy barbecue flavor that makes it a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a simple dinner solution, this recipe is sure to impress.

Exciting Story:

Picture a lazy Sunday afternoon, the slow cooker bubbling away, filling the house with the irresistible scent of barbecue. As we prepared to enjoy our first bite of this delicious pulled pork, the excitement was palpable. The tender meat, dripping with barbecue sauce, quickly became a family favorite. This recipe has since become our go-to for casual gatherings and comforting weeknight dinners, a dish that brings smiles and satisfaction every time.

Why This Crockpot Barbecue Pulled Pork:

Discover why this dish stands out:

 

• Effortless Cooking: The slow cooker does all the work, making this recipe perfect for busy days.
• Mouthwatering Flavor: Smoky, tangy, and tender, this pulled pork is bursting with barbecue goodness.
• Versatile Dish: Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served with your favorite sides.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 lbs pork shoulder (or pork butt)
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: additional barbecue sauce for serving

How to Make Crockpot Barbecue Pulled Pork:

1. Prepare the Pork:
   1. Season the pork shoulder generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
   2. Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Slow Cook the Pork:
   1. Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.
   2. In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and brown sugar. Pour the mixture over the pork.
   3. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
3. Shred and Serve:
   1. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
   2. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices and onions.
   3. Serve the pulled pork on buns with additional barbecue sauce, or enjoy it with your favorite sides.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, sear the pork shoulder in a hot skillet before placing it in the slow cooker.
• Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the sauce to your preference by adding more or less brown sugar and vinegar.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.

Easy Crockpot Barbecue Pulled Pork Recipe

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Recipe by Alexandra Course: All Word Recipes

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

1

Cook Mode

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Ingredients

• 3 3 -4 lbs pork shoulder (or pork butt)

• 1 large 1 onion, sliced

• 3 cloves 3 garlic, minced

• 1 cup 1 barbecue sauce

• 1/2 cup 1/2 apple cider vinegar

• 1/2 cup 1/2 chicken broth

• 1/4 cup 1/4 brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon 1 smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon 1 cumin

• 1 teaspoon 1 chili powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: additional barbecue sauce for serving

Directions

• Prepare the Pork:
• Season the pork shoulder generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
• Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
• Slow Cook the Pork:
• Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.
• In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and brown sugar. Pour the mixture over the pork.
• Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
• Shred and Serve:
• Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
• Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices and onions.
• Serve the pulled pork on buns with additional barbecue sauce, or enjoy it with your favorite sides.

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