Tasty slow cooker pulled pork –Today, I’m excited to share a delightful recipe that will make your taste buds dance—Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce! This dish is incredibly easy to prepare, thanks to the slow cooker method, which allows all the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Let’s dive right into the details!
Close-Up of Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce
Look at this mouthwatering close-up of the pulled pork! It’s tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Trust me, once you take a bite, you’ll be craving more!
Ingredients
To whip up this incredible pulled pork, you will need the following ingredients:
- 3-4 lbs pork shoulder (also known as pork butt)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite kind)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Buns (for serving)
- Coleslaw (optional for topping)
Instructions
Now that we have our ingredients ready, let’s get cooking!
- Start by preparing the pork shoulder. Trim off any excess fat, and then cut it into large chunks for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the pork pieces, ensuring they are well coated.
- Place the seasoned pork in the slow cooker and pour the chicken broth over the top. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is fork-tender.
- Once the pork is done, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with forks. Discard any large pieces of fat if desired.
- Stir in the BBQ sauce, mixing well to ensure the pork is evenly coated. Let it sit for a few minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Serve the pulled pork on buns with additional BBQ sauce and coleslaw on top, if you like. Enjoy!
This pulled pork recipe is perfect for gatherings, game days, or any time you’re craving some comforting and flavorful food. The best part is, you can prepare it in advance and let your slow cooker do all the hard work while you kick back and relax!
