04/16/2026
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Set it tonight, wake up to something wonderful tomorrow morning 🥩
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large onion, chopped
Directions:
1. Combine chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl.
2. Rub the spice mixture over the entire pork shoulder.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork on all sides until browned.
4. Place the chopped onion in the bottom of a slow cooker and set the seared pork on top.
5. Whisk together barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl.
6. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork.
7. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 5 to 6 hours until the meat is tender and pulls apart easily.
8. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
9. Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker and toss with the juices before serving.
Cook Time: 480 minutes | Servings: 8