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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork

A flavorful and tender BBQ pulled pork, perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare using a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds pork shoulder A well-suited cut for shredding
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Can use any preferred BBQ sauce
  • 1 onion, chopped Adds sweetness and depth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Adds a smoky flavor
  • Buns or rice for serving Choose soft buns for sandwiches or rice for a hearty meal

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. Pour the mixture over the pork.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the pork is tender.
  2. Shred the pork with two forks and mix it with the sauce.

Notes

Serve the pulled pork on soft buns or over rice, and consider adding extra BBQ sauce, pickles, or coleslaw for added flavor and crunch. For best results, marinate the pork overnight in BBQ sauce.