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Crock Pot Pulled Pork

A bowl filled with flavorful crock pot pulled pork, glistening with barbecue sauce.
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Make tender, flavorful pulled pork in your slow cooker. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 lb boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.
  4. Place the seasoned pork shoulder in your slow cooker.
  5. Pour the BBQ sauce over the pork.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  7. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board or in a large bowl.
  8. Using two forks, shred the pork.
  9. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss with the cooking liquid and BBQ sauce.
  10. Serve hot on buns for sandwiches, in tacos, or as a protein for meal prep.

Notes

  • For best results, use a boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt).
  • You can adjust the spice rub to your preference.
  • If you don’t have BBQ sauce, you can use chicken broth or apple cider vinegar for a less saucy result.
  • This pulled pork is a great make-ahead option for busy weeks, similar to using meal planning services.

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