Tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork made effortlessly in a slow cooker — perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or family dinners.
📝 Ingredients
4–5 lb (1.8–2.3 kg) pork shoulder or pork butt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 cup barbecue sauce (plus more for serving)
½ cup chicken broth or water
Optional: 1 onion, sliced
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Pork
Pat the pork dry. Season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder. (Optional: Sear the pork in a hot skillet with olive oil 3–4 minutes per side for extra flavor.)
2️⃣ Slow Cook
Place pork in slow cooker. Add sliced onion (optional), chicken broth, and ½ cup barbecue sauce. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until meat is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
3️⃣ Shred the Meat
Remove pork and shred using two forks. Mix with the juices in the slow cooker and add more barbecue sauce if desired.
4️⃣ Serve
Serve on sandwich buns, tacos, or alongside mashed potatoes and coleslaw.
