5-Ingredient BBQ Pulled Pork (Print)

Slow-cooked pork shoulder with smoked paprika and smoky barbecue sauce, ideal for sandwiches or rice.

# 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 Make It:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Simple 5-ingredient recipe
  • Slow cooker convenience for tender results
02 -
  • Use gluten-free BBQ sauce for a gluten-free dish
  • Leftovers freeze well for up to 2 months
03 -
  • Brown the pork shoulder before slow cooking for extra flavor
  • Use two forks to shred the pork evenly and easily
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