Pulled Pork Recipe

Craving tender, juicy, fall-apart pulled pork? This pulled pork recipe is one of the easiest and most flavorful ways to make classic BBQ-style shredded pork at home. Whether you prefer bbq pulled pork, smoked pulled pork, crockpot pulled pork, or oven-roasted pulled pork, this slow cooker method guarantees melt-in-your-mouth perfection with minimal effort.

It’s perfect for sandwiches, tacos, nachos, burritos, meal prep, parties, and game day. This recipe also works beautifully with different seasonings and sauces, making it a versatile base for countless pulled pork recipe ideas.

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 (4-pound) pork shoulder roast
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• ½ cup apple cider vinegar
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ¼ cup light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 extra-large onion, chopped
• 2 large garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
• 8 hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting buns)

Directions

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker
   Pour the vegetable oil into the bottom of your slow cooker, spreading it evenly.
2. Add the Pork & Ingredients
   Place the pork shoulder roast into the slow cooker. Add barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, chopped onion, garlic, and thyme.
3. Slow Cook the Pork
   • Low: 10–12 hours
   • High: 5–6 hours
     Cook until the pork easily shreds with a fork.
4. Shred the Pork
   Remove the pork, shred with two forks, then return the meat to the slow cooker. Mix well so the pork absorbs the flavorful juices.
5. Toast the Buns
   Spread butter on the buns and toast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
6. Serve
   Load the buns with warm pulled pork and enjoy!

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 5–12 hours (depending on slow cooker setting)
• Total Time: 5 hrs 15 mins – 12 hrs 15 mins
• Servings: 8
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cooking Method: Slow Cooker