Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

5 from 2 votes

My easy recipe for pulled pork in the crock pot is made by seasoning a pork shoulder with spices and cooking it in broth and onions until tender!

Prep Time10

Cook Time4

Cooling Time10

Total Time4 20

Course: Dinner Recipes, Slow Cooker

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 308kcal

In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Rub the homemade spice rub all over the pork, ensuring it's evenly coated.
Place the seasoned pork in the bottom of the slow cooker and pour the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and diced onions into the slow cooker.
Cover and cook it on high for 4-6 hours or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork. Aim for an internal temperature of 190 degrees F for optimal tenderness.
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the pork into smaller pieces. Carefully remove the shredded pork from the slow cooker and place it on a serving platter or in a bowl.

For an extra sauce on top, strain the liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes or until the sauce reduces slightly and thickens, then drizzle it over the pork.
Place the pork fat-side up in the slow cooker. That way, the fat melts into the meat as it cooks
Leave the lid closed while the pork is cooking, and don’t flip the pork. Lifting the lid allows heat and moisture to escape.
Never leave the pork for longer than 6.5 hours because it can start to get overcooked and mushy.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Us leftovers for sandwiches, tacos, pizza, nachos, quesadillas, or just toss the pork into a salad. It's also great mixed into scrambled eggs or stuffed into baked potatoes for a quick lunch.