5-Ingredient BBQ Pulled Pork (Printer view)

Slow-cooked tender pork with smoky barbecue sauce, ready in 8 hours for hearty meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pork

01 - 3.3 lbs boneless pork shoulder or pork butt

→ Seasonings

02 - 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
03 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Sauce

04 - 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)

→ Liquid

05 - 1/2 cup chicken broth

# Directions:

01 - Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
02 - Sprinkle smoked paprika and salt evenly over the pork.
03 - Pour barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the seasoned pork.
04 - Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until the pork is tender and shreddable.
05 - Remove pork, shred with two forks until finely pulled.
06 - Return shredded pork to slow cooker, mix with sauce, and heat through for 10 minutes before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to make with just 5 ingredients
  • Perfect for sandwiches or served over rice
02 -
  • Use gluten-free BBQ sauce for a gluten-free dish
  • Leftovers freeze well for up to 2 months
03 -
  • Cook on low for best tenderness
  • Mix shredded pork with sauce to keep moist
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