Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
This slow cooker pulled pork recipe is incredibly easy and results in tender, flavorful shredded pork perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or any meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 lb Pork shoulder (Boston butt)
- 1 cup Apple cider
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce Your favorite kind
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub this mixture all over the pork shoulder.
- Place the seasoned pork shoulder in your slow cooker.
- Pour the apple cider and BBQ sauce over the pork.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board or in a large bowl. Shred the pork using two forks.
- Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the cooking liquid. Let it heat through for about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the pulled pork on buns, in tacos, or as desired.
Notes
For an extra smoky flavor, you can add a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the slow cooker. You can also add your favorite vegetables like onions or bell peppers during the last hour of cooking.