5-Ingredient BBQ Pulled Pork (Printer-friendly)

Tender pulled pork, slow-cooked with smoky barbecue sauce, great for sandwiches or rice dishes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pork

01 - 3.3 pounds 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

# How to Make It:

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 meat.
04 - Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
05 - Remove pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
06 - Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker, mix thoroughly with the sauce, and heat for 10 minutes before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple 5-ingredient recipe
  • Perfectly tender pulled pork every time
02 -
  • Use gluten-free BBQ sauce for a gluten-free dish
  • Leftovers freeze well for up to 2 months
03 -
  • Choose the right cut of pork shoulder for best flavor
  • Let the pork rest before shredding for juicier meat
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