Crockpot Pulled Pork

Crockpot Pork

Simply Crockpot • Pork

This crockpot pulled pork is juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. Slow cooked until fall-apart tender and finished with your favorite sauce, it’s a dependable recipe perfect for sandwiches, sliders, bowls, and meal prep. IngredientsInstructionsTipsStorageFAQ

Crockpot Pulled Pork

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 8 hours

Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes

Servings 8

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Fall-apart tender pork every time.
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd.
  • Great for sandwiches, sliders, and bowls.
  • Freezer-friendly and great for leftovers.

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ cup chicken broth or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for serving)

Ingredient notes:
• Pork shoulder is best for shredding.
• Vinegar balances the richness of the pork.
• Use your favorite BBQ sauce for serving.

Instructions

  1. Mix paprika, brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Rub seasoning mixture all over the pork.
  3. Place pork in the crockpot and pour broth or vinegar around it.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 5–6 hours.
  5. Remove pork and shred with two forks.
  6. Return shredded pork to the crockpot and stir in BBQ sauce.

Tip: Let the pork sit in the sauce for 20 minutes before serving for maximum flavor.

Tips & Variations

  • For sandwiches: Serve on buns with coleslaw.
  • For sliders: Use Hawaiian rolls.
  • For meal prep: Portion into containers with rice or veggies.
  • For spicy pulled pork: Add cayenne or hot sauce.

Storage & Reheating

  • Refrigerator: Store up to 4 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze up to 3 months.
  • Reheat: Warm gently with sauce to prevent drying.

FAQ

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes—pulled pork tastes even better the next day.

Is this recipe sweet?

It’s lightly sweet, but you can control sweetness by choosing your BBQ sauce.

Can I cook this overnight?

Absolutely. LOW for 8–10 hours delivers the best texture.

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