Low and slow is the best way to cook a pork shoulder, which is why the slow cooker is the perfect method. The pork becomes incredibly moist and tender when cooked slowly, making the most succulent sandwiches. Plus, the slow cooker does most of the work while you attend to other tasks. Start the pork in the morning, go about your day, and your meal is ready when you are!
This amazing pulled pork is made with just a few simple ingredients. Put the pork shoulder — also known as pork butt or Boston butt — in the slow cooker with onions and water and then shred the cooked pork, add barbecue sauce, and enjoy!
Pulled pork is the perfect dish to make for visitors or extended family events. Make a big batch of pulled pork along with a pot of macaroni and cheese and everyone will be happy!
PrintBest Ever Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
This crockpot pulled pork is one of the easiest party recipes. Use it for classic pulled pork sandwiches, sliders, or appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Slow Cooker, Pork, Sandwiches
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
- 5 to 7 pounds pork shoulder roast
- 1 large onion, halved and sliced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups barbecue sauce, your favorite
Instructions
- If desired, cut the pork shoulder into 3 to 4 pieces.
- Place the pork in the slow cooker; top with the sliced onion and then drizzle with the Worcestershire sauce.
- Add 2 cups of water.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 9 to 12 hours, or until very tender.
- Remove the pork roast to a large plate or bowl.
- Strain the liquids; add the onions back to the slow cooker and discard the liquids and fat.
- Fork-shred pork, discarding pieces of fat and the bones.
- Return shredded meat to the slow cooker.
- Add as much of the barbecue sauce as you like; mix to blend and cook on HIGH for about 20 to 30 minutes, or until hot.
- Serve the shredded pork with warm split buns, extra barbecue sauce, coleslaw, dill pickle slices, and baked beans.
