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Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

A heaping pile of tender, shredded Slow Cooker Pulled Pork drizzled with rich BBQ sauce on a white plate.
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Make tender, flavorful pulled pork using your slow cooker. This set and forget recipe is perfect for BBQ sandwiches or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lb pork shoulder (Boston butt)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Place the pork shoulder in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the water, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to create the cooking liquid.
  3. Pour the liquid mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the pork is easily shredded with a fork.
  5. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Discard any excess liquid from the slow cooker.
  6. Shred the pork using two forks.
  7. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss it with about half of your favorite BBQ sauce. Stir to coat.
  8. Serve hot on buns with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use a pork shoulder with some fat cap remaining.
  • You can shred the pork and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for easy meal prep.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce coating, drain off most of the cooking liquid before adding the BBQ sauce back to the meat.

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