Crockpot Pulled Pork Recipe
This crock pot pulled pork recipe is an easy, flavorful meal that practically cooks itself.
The slow cooker method ensures the meat turns out juicy, tender, and packed with seasoning. It’s a great make-ahead option since leftovers can be used for quick meals throughout the week.
Serve it on sandwiches, in tacos, or over rice—there’s no wrong way to enjoy it. Plus, you can customize the flavors with different spices or sauces to suit your taste.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just want an easy dinner, this recipe is a go-to for delicious, stress-free cooking.
Making this pulled pork recipe couldn’t be easier! This 8-10 hour crock pot recipe lets you set it and forget it, so you can come back to a tender, flavorful meal ready to be shredded and served!
Start by patting the pork shoulder dry with paper towels.
Mix up the dry rub with all those bold spices and brown sugar, then coat the pork generously, pressing it into the meat.
Place it in the crock pot fat-side up, so it stays extra juicy.
Let it cook low and slow for 8-10 hours until it’s fall-apart tender.
Once it’s done, shred it with two forks, mix in your favorite BBQ sauce, and you’re good to go!
Serve it up on buns, in tacos, or however you like. You should try our personal favorite – pulled pork sweet potatoes — just pile the juicy, seasoned pork onto a roasted sweet potato for an easy and flavorful meal!
Store leftover pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze portions in sealed bags for up to 3 months.
Reheat pulled pork in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of broth or water to keep it moist. Alternatively, microwave in short bursts, stirring in between to ensure even heating.
Yes! You can season the pork a day ahead and refrigerate it overnight. This enhances the flavor and makes for an even easier cooking process the next day.
Looking for easy meal ideas? Check out these 4th of July crockpot meals for effortless holiday cooking and crock pot pork chop recipes for a hearty dinner.
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Crock Pot Pulled Pork
Ingredients
Dry Rub Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
Pork Ingredients
- 1 4-7lb whole Boston Butt or pork shoulder (bone-in with a layer of fat on the bottom)
- BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Pat dry the shoulder with paper towels.
- Mix together the seasonings in a bowl.
- Place the pork in the crock pot, with the fat stop on the top.
- Then sprinkle the dry rub over the pork, making sure it adheres to the meat.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours.
- Shred the pork with two forks and serve with your favorite BBQ sauce.
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