Easy Crockpot BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe
Ingredients
For Pulled Pork
- 4 lb pork shoulder steaks also sold as barbecue pork shoulder steaks
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
For BBQ Finish
- 1½ cups BBQ sauce plus extra for serving
Instructions
- Place the pork shoulder steaks in the slow cooker, arranging them in an even layer.
- Sprinkle evenly with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Pour the chicken broth around the pork.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8–9 hours or on HIGH for 5–6 hours, until the pork is very tender and easily pulls apart.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Discard excess fat if desired.
- Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Cover and cook on LOW for an additional 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Taste and add extra BBQ sauce if needed before serving.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
• Serve on brioche buns with coleslaw for classic BBQ pulled pork sandwiches
• Use for sliders, wraps, tacos, or baked potatoes
• Great for meal prep, parties, and casual gatherings Storage
• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months
• Serve on brioche buns with coleslaw for classic BBQ pulled pork sandwiches
• Use for sliders, wraps, tacos, or baked potatoes
• Great for meal prep, parties, and casual gatherings Storage
• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months