Four Ingredient Crockpot Pulled Pork Recipe

This crockpot pulled pork recipe is so delicious and easy to make that it is sure to become a family favorite! We love recipes that you can set in the crockpot and forget for the rest of the day.

We loaded bakery fresh cheese buns up with tender pork shreds and locally grown, homemade coleslaw for a complete meal in minutes. This meal was so simple and absolutely loaded with flavor.

You can find the full recipe on the recipe card below.

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If you want to add a side dish or two to this easy crockpot pulled pork, baked beans are a classic. I think this grilled corn salad, mac and cheese, or potato salad would be delicious choices too.

Use leftovers to make these delicious pulled pork sliders, pork tacos, burrito bowls, pulled pork nachos, or easy pulled pork pizza!

Crockpot Pulled Pork

I won bonus points with the in-laws when I made them these pulled pork sandwiches during their last visit. It was voted to be a keeper by all. It’s a simple meal that is sure to wow your guests.

Ingredients

For Pork

• Pork shoulder from Costco – this cut of meat is flavorful, and makes dinner ridiculously easy.
• Your favorite pork rub – we like this homemade rub or the Pork Rub from Traeger.
• Can of beer – beef broth or even water works as well.
• Homemade BBQ Sauce (we also like Sweet Baby Rays) – This rich, tangy sauce ties everything together with a smoky, sweet kick.

For Coleslaw

• Green cabbage, cut into thin strips – Crisp and fresh, this is the classic base that gives coleslaw its crunch.
• Red cabbage, cut into thin strips – Adds a pop of color and a slightly peppery flavor.
• Carrots, cut into thin strips – Sweet and crunchy, these brighten up the slaw both in taste and look.
• Miracle Whip salad dressing – The creamy, tangy binder that brings the dressing together.
• Extra virgin olive oil – Just a bit of oil adds richness and blends with the dressing.
• White sugar – Just the right touch of sweetness to balance the flavors.
• White vinegar – A little zing that gives the coleslaw its signature tangy bite.
• Salt and black pepper – The simple seasoning duo that ties everything together.

6-8 bakery fresh buns

Serves 6-8 with lots for leftovers the next day.

Instructions

1. Cover the pork shoulder in rub. Be sure to coat all sides.

2. Add the pork to the slow cooker and pour the entire beer in the crockpot as well.

3. Set on low and cook for 10 hours.

4. Drain the excess liquid from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the pork into pieces.

5. Add barbecue sauce and stir to combine and coat all of the pulled pork.

I like to put the lid back on and leave the crockpot on warm until we are ready to build our sandwiches.

6. Mix the dressing ingredients for the coleslaw and toss with the thinly sliced vegetables. Allow the coleslaw to rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour. Toss before serving.

7. Layer the pulled pork and coleslaw on a bakery fresh bun and watch as your family devours every single bite.

Tips and Tricks

• Make your own smoked pulled pork with a pork butt roast, apple cider vinegar, BBQ sauce, and dry rub.
• Always check the internal temperature of your meat using an instant read thermometer to make sure it is safe to eat.
• Feel free to adjust the seasonings in your pulled pork according to your tastes. Try including garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, or cumin. You could even add some liquid smoke, root beer, or Coca-Cola.
• Store your leftover meat in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Tips for Making Crockpot Freezer Meals

• Use 1-gallon, large freezer bags. Label bags with the date, recipe, and cooking instructions.
• Lay ingredients flat in the bag for easier storage in the freezer.
• This 7-Quart Oval Crockpot is the only one that I use and it has lasted for over ten years!
• Defrost meals in the refrigerator or place frozen into the crockpot. If the meal is defrosted, reduce the cooking time accordingly (subtract two hours for most crockpot meals).
• Crockpot meals can easily be converted to Instant Pot recipes using this handy guide from Taste of Home – How to Convert Slow Cooker Recipes for the Instant Pot.
• Store meals for up to three months in the freezer.

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Crockpot Pulled Pork Recipe

This crockpot pulled pork recipe is so delicious and easy to make that it is sure to become a family favorite!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 hours hours

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 8 servings

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Ingredients

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• 8 pound Pork shoulder
• 1/4 cup of your favorite pork rub
• 350 ml can beer
• 2 cups homemade bbq sauce
• 1/2 green cabbage
• 1/2 red cabbage
• 3 peeled carrots
• 2/3 cup Miracle Whip salad dressing
• 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 Tbsp white vinegar
• Salt and black pepper

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Instructions

• Cover the pork shoulder in rub. Be sure to coat all sides.
• Add the pork to the slow cooker and pour the entire beer in the crockpot as well.
• Set on low and cook for 10 hours.
• Drain the excess liquid from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the pork into pieces.
• Add barbecue sauce and stir to combine and coat all of the pulled pork.
• I like to put the lid back on and leave the crockpot on warm until we are ready to build our sandwiches.
• Mix the dressing ingredients for the coleslaw and toss with the thinly sliced vegetables. Allow the coleslaw to rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour. Toss before serving.
• Layer the pulled pork and coleslaw on a bakery fresh bun and watch as your family devours every single bite.

Nutrition

Serving: 8servings | Calories: 10764kcal | Carbohydrates: 157g | Protein: 850g | Fat: 728g | Saturated Fat: 259g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 69g | Monounsaturated Fat: 331g | Cholesterol: 3121mg | Sodium: 2628mg | Potassium: 13841mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 130g | Vitamin A: 5381IU | Vitamin C: 431mg | Calcium: 1389mg | Iron: 58mg

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