Slow Cooker Barbecue Sandwiches

Transform your weeknight meals with these irresistible Slow Cooker Barbecue Sandwiches, a crowd-pleasing recipe that’s as effortless as it is flavorful. Tender, juicy pork shoulder (or chicken for a lighter twist) is slow-cooked to perfection with a medley of barbecue sauce, smoky paprika, garlic, and a hint of spice, creating a mouthwatering filling that’s ideal for sandwich lovers. The thinly sliced onions cook down into the sauce, adding a sweet and savory depth, while the optional coleslaw topping brings the perfect balance of crunch and tang. All served on toasted buns, these sandwiches are guaranteed to become a family favorite. Perfect for busy days, meal prepping, or casual gatherings, this slow cooker recipe combines simplicity with bold barbecue flavors for a dish that’s hard to beat.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 lbs Boneless pork shoulder (or chicken breast/thighs for variation)
• 2 cups Barbecue sauce
• 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth (or water)
• 8 pieces Sandwich buns
• 2 cups Coleslaw (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Place the pork shoulder (or chicken) into the slow cooker, trimming any excess fat if desired.

Step 2

Add the sliced yellow onion over the meat.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine barbecue sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and chicken broth. Mix well.

Step 4

Pour the sauce mixture over the meat and onions in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is coated evenly.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with a lid and set it to cook on LOW for 8 hours, or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and easily shredded.

Step 6

Once the meat is cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the slow cooker. Stir the shredded meat into the juices to coat it thoroughly.

Step 7

Toast the sandwich buns lightly (if desired) for extra texture and flavor.

Step 8

Spoon the barbecue meat onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with coleslaw, if using, and cover with the top bun.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your slow cooker barbecue sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2937.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6009.8

Total Fat 332.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 976.6mg	0%
Sodium 11056.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 464.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 249.9g
Protein 281.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 834.3mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 6169.7mg	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: 50.1%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 31.1%