Crock Pot Pulled Pork

Tender, juicy, and bursting with smoky-sweet flavor, this Crock Pot Pulled Pork recipe is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it dish for any occasion. Made with seasoned pork shoulder slow-cooked to perfection for 8-10 hours, it melts in your mouth and is loaded with rich, aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin. A base of sliced onions, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth ensures every bite is infused with savory, tangy flavor. Whether served on soft hamburger buns with a drizzle of barbecue sauce or paired with your favorite sides, this easy pulled pork recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or game day gatherings. Plus, it’s a versatile masterpiece that stores beautifully for leftovers you’ll look forward to!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless or bone-in)
• 1 large Yellow onion, sliced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce (optional, for serving)
• 8 buns Hamburger buns or rolls (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the crock pot, creating a flavorful base layer.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, ground cumin, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is well coated on all sides.

Step 4

Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onion and garlic layer in the crock pot.

Step 5

Pour the apple cider vinegar and chicken broth around the pork, making sure not to wash off the spice rub.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to low heat. Cook for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 7

Once the pork is cooked, use two forks to shred the meat directly in the crock pot. Stir the shredded pork into the juices for extra moisture and flavor.

Step 8

If desired, serve the pulled pork with barbecue sauce on the side and spoon it onto hamburger buns or rolls to make sandwiches.

Step 9

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3130.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6350.9

Total Fat 381.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1270.1mg	0%
Sodium 10340.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 152.3g
Protein 367.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 809.0mg	0%
Iron 39.7mg	0%
Potassium 6490.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 23.0%