Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

This easy and versatile slow cooker pulled pork is great for entertaining a crowd! Serve as is or use in tacos, sandwiches, soups and more.

One of my best weapons in the kitchen for healthy eating is my trusted slow cooker. Whether it’s for prepping a bunch of meat on the weekend to use throughout the busy work week, or for getting ahead when hosting a crowd, the slow cooker always seems to make my life easier.

One of my go-to recipes for meal prepping AND entertaining is slow cooker pulled pork. Easy, affordable, versatile and delicious – there are truly endless ways to enjoy pulled pork.

Of course, nothing beats a simple pulled pork taco topped with onions and shredded cabbage but I also love pulled pork on its own, in a salad, in soup or in a sandwich with a soft roll.

What’s great about my slow cooker pulled pork recipe is that it’s perfect for making ahead of time. In fact, I swear it tastes even better on days two or three.

Whether you decide to host friends for a casual taco night or simply want to have a bunch of ready-to-eat shredded pork on hand for your busy work week, give this slow cooker pulled pork recipe a try. You’re going to love it!

Your fork is waiting.

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Course: Dinner, Entree, Slow Cooker

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Keyword: pulled pork tacos slow cooker

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 183kcal

Author: Liz Della Croce

This easy and versatile slow cooker pulled pork is great for entertaining a crowd! Serve as is or use in tacos, sandwiches, soups and more.

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Ingredients

• 1 large onion peeled and sliced
• 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder roast also known as Boston Butt
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne optional
• 12 ounces light beer or chicken broth

Instructions

• Scatter onion slices in the bottom of a slow cooker insert; set aside.
• In a small bowl, mix together spice rub: cumin through cayenne. Rub pork shoulder evenly with spice mixture then place on top of onions. Pour in beer or broth then turn slow cooker on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.
• Before serving, carefully shred pork with two forks, discarding any large chunks of excess fat. Serve as is or in tacos, sandwiches, pasta, salads, soups and more. 

Nutrition Facts

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Amount Per Serving (4 ounces)

Calories 183 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Cholesterol 61mg20%

Sodium 852mg37%

Potassium 423mg12%

Carbohydrates 7g2%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 19g38%

Vitamin A 655IU13%

Vitamin C 2.6mg3%

Calcium 33mg3%

Iron 2.2mg12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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