5-Ingredient BBQ Pulled Pork (Printable)

Tender pulled pork slow-cooked with smoky barbecue flavors and simple ingredients for versatile meals.

# 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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Simple 5-ingredient recipe
  • Perfect for sandwiches or rice
02 -
  • Use gluten-free BBQ sauce to keep the dish gluten-free
  • Leftovers freeze well for up to 2 months
03 -
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper for extra spice
  • Serve with coleslaw or over baked potatoes
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