Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce 🐖🔥

This tender, juicy pulled pork slow-cooks to perfection, infused with smoky spices and coated in a rich BBQ sauce. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or over rice!

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏳ Cook Time: 8-10 hours (low) or 5-6 hours (high)
🍽 Servings: 6-8

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Ingredients:

For the Pork:

• 4-5 lbs pork shoulder (or pork butt)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• ½ cup chicken broth (or apple juice for sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

For the BBQ Sauce:

• 1 ½ cups BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon liquid smoke (optional, for extra smokiness)

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Instructions:

1. Prep & Season the Pork

1. Pat the pork shoulder dry and rub with olive oil.
2. In a small bowl, mix paprika, brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.
3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork.

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2. Slow Cook the Pork

1. Place the pork in the slow cooker.
2. Pour chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce around (not directly on) the pork.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours (best for tenderness) or HIGH for 5-6 hours.

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3. Shred & Sauce It Up

1. Remove the pork and shred with two forks.
2. Drain most of the liquid from the slow cooker, leaving about ½ cup for moisture.
3. Mix shredded pork with BBQ sauce, vinegar, honey, mustard, and liquid smoke.
4. Return to the slow cooker for 15-20 minutes on WARM for flavors to meld.

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Serving Ideas:

✅ Pulled Pork Sandwiches: Serve on brioche buns with coleslaw.
✅ Pulled Pork Tacos: Add to tortillas with avocado & salsa.
✅ Pulled Pork Bowl: Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

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Tips & Variations:

🔥 Make it Spicy? Add extra cayenne or use a spicy BBQ sauce.
🔥 Crispy Edges? Broil shredded pork for 5 minutes before serving.
🔥 No Slow Cooker? Roast at 300°F (150°C) for 4-5 hours.