5-Ingredient BBQ Pulled Pork (Printable)

Tender pulled pork cooked with smoky spices and barbecue sauce for a flavorful main dish.

# 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

# How-To Steps:

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 for 8 hours until pork is very tender and shreds easily with a fork.
05 - Remove pork and shred using two forks.
06 - Return shredded pork to slow cooker, mix with sauce, and heat through for 10 minutes before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Simple 5-ingredient recipe
  • Perfectly tender and flavorful pork
02 -
  • Use gluten-free BBQ sauce for a gluten-free dish
  • Leftovers freeze well for up to 2 months
03 -
  • For extra smoky flavor, add a bit of liquid smoke to the sauce
  • Use two forks to shred pork easily after cooking
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