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Crockpot BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe
Marigold Voss

Crockpot BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe

A tender and juicy crockpot BBQ pulled pork made with slow-cooked pork shoulder and rich barbecue sauce. This easy set-and-forget recipe is perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Pork shoulder boneless, trimmed
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
  • ½ cup Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar packed
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked preferred
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup Chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce optional

Equipment

  • 1 Crockpot / Slow cooker 5–6 quart recommended
  • 2 Forks For shredding pork
  • 1 Cutting board Optional
  • 1 Knife Optional
  • 1 Measuring cups Optional

Method
 

  1. Place pork shoulder in the crockpot.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic over the pork.
  3. Sprinkle brown sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly.
  4. Pour chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce into the crockpot.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until pork is very tender.
  6. Remove pork and shred using two forks.
  7. Discard excess fat and return shredded pork to the crockpot.
  8. Stir in BBQ sauce until well coated.
  9. Cook for an additional 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
  10. Serve warm as desired.

Video

Notes

  • Cook on high for 4–5 hours if short on time.
  • Use pork butt as an alternative to pork shoulder.
  • Great for sandwiches, tacos, or sliders.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.