Crock Pot Pulled Pork (2024)

We love BBQpulled pork crock pot recipe! It’s so simple to make. This easy sandwich recipe is always a big hit with our family plus feeds a crowd. It is a little bit tangy and has the best flavor for an easy slow cooker recipe.

It is so tender that it shreds so easily. You can literally use your fork. It’s amazing! I have served this for parties, ballgames and more! Everyone always loves it. We also love to make Crock Pot Pulled Chicken and Crock Pot French Dip.

Why This Recipe Works

Cooking pulled pork in the slow cooker results in tender and juicy shredded pork to make the best pork sandwiches. The pork shreds easily and adding the BBQ sauce gives it amazing flavor.

If you are looking for the best meal to feed a crowd, make this pulled pork recipe.

Ingredients

• Chicken Broth – See Chicken broth substitutes if you are out.
• Worcestershire Sauce – Check out the The Best Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes if you are out
• BBQ sauce – Use your favorite BBA Sauce or make Homemade Barbecue Sauce
• Minced Garlic – If using fresh garlic cloves, learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves

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Variation Ideas

• Seasoning – Feel free to use a different spice to add to this slow cooker pulled pork recipe. You can substitute the minced garlic for garlic powder and add in tsp of paprika and cumin for delicious flavor.
• BBQ Sauce – You can easily use any type or flavor of BBQ Sauce.

How to Make Crock Pot Pulled Pork

• Step 1 – Put all of the ingredients in your crock pot. We used a 6 quart crock pot and it fit perfectly to cook the pork.

• Step 2 – Second, let this cook all day. I prefer to cook on low and it normally takes 8-10 hours. Your house will smell amazing.

• Step 3 – Next, remove the pork then shred the pork and stir into the juices. This is the time where I sometimes add a little more BBQ sauce, This is totally up to you and based on preference. I like the ones with brown sugar. We also have this super easy homemade barbecue sauce. Yum! It is literally good on everything!
• Step 4 – Finally it is time to enjoy. Serve the tender pulled pork on buns and dinner is ready.

Recipe Tips

• Crock Pot Liners – I also like to usecrock pot liners to make clean up a breeze with this pulled pork in the slow cooker. These are worth every penny and save a ton of time.
• Pork Shreds – Shred the pork easily with a fork but you can also shred pork with a mixer. This helps to easily remove excess fat.
• Cook Time – Cook time will vary depending on the size of your pork roast.

How to Store Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Can I Freeze Pulled Pork?

Yes, you can freeze this shredded pork. It takes minutes of prep work to store the leftovers in a freezer back. Make sure it has cooled to room temperature and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

How to Reheat

Reheat the leftovers in a skillet, microwave or in the oven. This will depend on how much leftover pulled pork you have left.

Can I Make in the Instant Pot?

Yes, Instant Pot Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe is another quick and easy recipe that leaves the pork tender and full of flavor.

What is the Best Pork to Make Pulled Pork?

We used a boneless Pork Shoulder Chuck Roast. Ours was about 6-7 lbs. This is perfect for a family and you should have leftovers. This recipe is perfect for parties, holidays and more. Just get a larger roast depending on how big your crowd is for the best cut of meat for pulled pork. You can also use a pork tenderloin, pork butt or Boston butt for a good pull pork recipe.

Do you need liquid in slow cooker for pulled pork?

We do recommend adding in liquid to the slow cooker to cook the pulled pork. This helps to keep the pork juicy and tender.

Can you Overcook Slow Cooker Pulled Pork?

You can overcook the pulled pork which can cause the pork to dry out. We do recommend cooking the pork on low for about 8 hours. After the pork is cook and you are still serving, make sure to put the slow cooker on warm so the meat stays moist.

Serving Suggestions

Crockpot pulled pork is really yummy topped with the Best Coleslaw Recipe.This slaw is so easy to make and better than store bought for sure. You may even like this Vinegar Coleslaw Recipe. It is even better served with these Lazy Day Crock Pot Baked Beans and Grilleed corn on the Cob and you have a complete meal idea.

Sometimes we also make Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries to serve with pulled pork for the perfect busy weeknight meal. Check out Best Sides for Pulled Pork Sandwiches for more ideas.

Find even more crock pot recipes to try, we also love Crock Pot Shredded Beef Sandwiches, pork tacos or pork nachos. We also love crock pot pork chops with delicious sauce for another amazing and easy dinner idea.