With just 3 ingredients, this easy Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork recipe creates a tender pulled pork masterpiece that will tease and please you to the very last bite! Drenched in a barbecue sauce infused with a secret ingredient, it’s the ultimate shredded pork! Serve with your favorite sides, or pile it high on a toasty bun for a sensational saucy sandwich!
It’s high time to conquer your pulled pork cravings, and this juicy shredded pork is up to the challenge. Bathed in barbecue sauce and topped with coleslaw it’s just begging to be tucked inside a bun and devoured!
So prepare for sauce city and make sure to have a towering pile of napkins handy, because things are about to get finger-licking fantastic!
“We made this over the weekend and it was such a hit! So easy to throw together in the slow cooker and the pork turned out incredibly tender and juicy. We piled it onto buns for pulled pork sandwiches and they were delicious!”
Seriously, if you’ve got a hankering for some seriously saucy barbecue… brace yourself! Because you’ve just hit the jackpot.
This recipe is perfect for those days when you’re dreaming of a delicious home-cooked dinner, but don’t have all day to spend in the kitchen. That’s because your loving slow cooker crockpot will gladly do all the work for you!
Just like when you make my Crock Pot Ribs with Coke, easy Coca Cola Drumsticks, and tender Cola Pork Chops.
Cooked low and slow to perfection, this brilliantly easy slow cooker bbq pulled pork recipe truly is a game changer!
You see, with two perpetually hungry boys and a barbecue-obsessed hungry husband, we’ve consumed a lot of pulled pork around here. I mean, a LOT!
And when my family is craving an exceptional bbq pulled pork sandwich, this is the recipe we always turn to.
Even after visiting countless famous barbecue restaurants all across Texas, North Carolina, and South Carolina… THIS is the tried and true recipe we always come back to, because it always feeds our hunger for bbq so marvelously!
I have a feeling this melt-in-your-mouth pork is about to become one of your very favorite Crockpot Dinner Recipes too!
Trust me… making fall-apart, juicy bbq pulled pork in a slow cooker has never been so easy!
Now go grab your slow cooker and let’s get this recipe for slow cooker bbq pulled pork perfection started!
All you’ll need are these simple ingredients…
Ingredients
You’ll just need 3 simple ingredients to make the BEST crockpot bbq shredded pork!
- Pork Tenderloin – Fresh or thawed, just like I use with my Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin Tacos.
- Barbecue Sauce – Sweet Baby Ray’s sauce works outstanding in this recipe!
- Coca-Cola – The SECRET ingredient that will send it over the top! It adds the perfect kiss of sweetness, while keeping your slow cooker bbq pulled pork ridiculously tender! (Dr. Pepper or Root Beer can be substituted.)
Optional…
- White Onion – This is optional. If you choose to add an onion, it will cook down to infuse and elevate the meat with a most wonderful sweet and savory bite.
- Hamburger Buns – If making pulled pork sandwiches, these Easy Hamburger Buns will take your BBQ pulled pork sandwich to the next level!
- Slider Buns – If making pulled pork sliders, these Hamburger Slider Buns are absolute perfection!
- Coleslaw – When making sandwiches or sliders, my Sweet and Sour Coleslaw Recipe and Easy Coleslaw Recipe for Pulled Pork will send your sammies out of the stratosphere!
Just like most of my easy 5 Ingredient Crock Pot Recipes, you’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.
How To Make BBQ Pulled Pork in a Slow Cooker
Trust me, when it comes to slow cooker bbq pork recipes, it doesn’t get any simpler or EASIER than this 3 Ingredient Crockpot Recipe!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. If you have two smaller tenderloins, place side by side in the slow cooker. If you have one large tenderloin, cut your pork loin in half and place the two pieces in your slow cooker.
2. Mix your sauce, then pour it over the pork loin before placing the lid on your slow cooker.
3. Cook the pork loin as specified, until done.
4. Remove the pork from your slow cooker and shred. (Use these tips for How to Shred Pulled Pork)
5. Once shredded, add the pork back to the slow cooker and mix with the remaining sauce. (I like to use tongs for this.)
6. Serve it up with a side of coleslaw, corn on the cob and BBQ beans… or on buns, topped with fresh coleslaw.
That’s it. It really is that simple to prepare one of the most amazing Easy Pork Recipes ever!
Scroll down for the printable slow cooker bbq pulled pork recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Storing Leftovers
This simple slow cooker pulled pork tenderloin is perfect for meal prep, makes the BEST leftovers, and freezes beautifully!
In the Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container, and use within 3 days.
In the Freezer: Store in a freezer-safe airtight container or sealed freezer bag, and use within 3 months.
How to Reheat
When ready to serve, just microwave the leftovers from this pulled pork crock pot recipe for 30 seconds at a time (stirring in between) until hot. Talk about some totally tasty High Protein Meal Prep!
How to Serve Pulled Pork
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich – Top with my Easy Coleslaw Recipe for Pulled Pork or Sweet and Sour Coleslaw Recipe, and serve my Easy Hamburger Buns for the most sensational sandwich!
BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders – Serve on my Hamburger Slider Buns for the ultimate tiny but mighty pulled pork sliders!
Shredded Without a Bun – Or serve shredded without a bun, drizzled with a little extra sauce, and surrounded by some delicious southern Side Dish Recipes!
I highly recommend completing your southern barbecue feast with a side of my BBQ Baked Beans with Bacon, some Corn on the Cob, and a whole pile of lightly sweetened copycat Cracker Barrel Cornbread Muffins!
Then wash it all down with some lovely sips of Italian Sodas with Cream and a fresh baked Granny Smith Apple Pie.
Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this easy recipe for slow cooker bbq pulled pork…
One reader writes: “Perfect for busy weekends – a crowd pleaser.”
K writes: “Made this with homemade coleslaw. So good!”
Maria writes: “It was so tender and flavorful!!!”
Zach writes: “Delicious!! Made it for myself and my 2 and 4 year olds; it was a hit with all of us!!”
Carrie writes: “It was AWESOME. MUST use Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce–there is no substitute.”
Tonya writes: “This is a family favorite!”
Diana writes: “These sandwiches are so good. I eat the first one way too fast, and have to have a second so I can actually enjoy it.”
Valerie writes: “Delicious! A family favorite and awesome for a large family gathering.”
Janine writes: “Went great with the sweet and sour coleslaw recipe included within the post.”
Betty writes: “This is such a simple pulled pork sandwich recipe! I followed the tip to top it with the sweet and sour coleslaw, and the crunch really takes it to the next level. It tastes like it came from a restaurant.”
Susana writes: “I used a 6 lb. pork tenderloin and split in half using two crock pots, using 1 Coca Cola and one bottle of bbq sauce in each. Tastes delish!”
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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork Loin, or Pork Tenderloin
- 18 ounces Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, (1 bottle)
- 1 1/2 cups Coca-Cola, (one 12 ounce can) – Dr. Pepper or Root Beer can be substituted.
- ½ White Onion, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Gather your bbq pulled pork ingredients.
- If using sliced onions, first place on the bottom of slow cooker.
- If you have two smaller tenderloins, place in slow cooker. If you have one large tenderloin, cut your pork loin in half across width, trimming off any excess fat, and place the two pieces in your slow cooker. (or on top of sliced onions if using onions.)
- Mix together BBQ Sauce and Coca-Cola in mixing bowl and stir well.
- Pour BBQ Sauce and Coca-Cola mixture over Pork, and cover slow cooker.
- Cook on LOW for 6 – 7 hours, or until done. (larger pieces will take longer to cook)
- Remove from slow cooker, and shred on cutting board using 2 forks.
- Then place shredded meat back in slow cooker, and toss with tongs to soak up all of that delicious sauce.
- Serve on plates, burger buns, or slider buns, and drizzle with extra leftover sauce from the crockpot after shredded to keep moist. ENJOY!
Notes
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container, and use within 3 days.
- Freezer: Store in a freezer-safe airtight container or sealed freezer bag, and use within 3 months.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Like this recipe? Rate & comment below!A BIG thanks to frugal friend Amanda for sharing this fabulous recipe!
I have a family dinner that I need to plan for and these pulled pork sandwiches sound perfect! Thanks for sharing this yummy recipe!
I know you’ll love this recipe for pulled pork Kathrine. It takes all the work out of big family meals!
This is the kind of dish that makes everyone smile, so tender and yummy! 😋
I totally agree Veronica. My family devours it with a happy smile every time I make it!
We are thoroughly obsessed with this slow cooker pulled pork! My hungry sons came over last Sunday and I need the most delicious, hands-off recipe I could find so I could actually hang out with everyone. I don’t think I have seen those boys eat like that. Next day I served with baked beans and rice, so good! Can’t wait to make this pulled pork recipe again!
You are so sweet Silvia… and I am so glad your boys liked it! Mine always inhale it, too. It really is the ultimate man food feast.
Licking our lips just thinking about taking a bite! This is actually the perfect dump and go recipe for the summer and busy back to school days. Love the contrast of the tender pork and crispy slaw.
I totally agree about the contrasting flavors. Pulled pork and coleslaw are such a dreamy duo!
The easy recipe I’ve been searching for for football playoffs! Double win because it’s a way to get my family to eat pork. The easy sauce sounds delicious and this will make a great sandwich.
I am with you, it really is so perfect served on a bun!
Can you use a different soda like Mt Dew?
Hi Trudy ~ I’ve never tried this with Mt. Dew, but it is also really delicious with Dr. Pepper or Root Beer. 🙂
Can I use you diet coke?
Hi Lesa ~ This recipe works best with regular Coke. 🙂
Great recipe! I cook just pork and coca cola, and shred. Then, I let my picky eaters add however much bbq sauce they’d like afterwards (or none at all)! A teriyaki sauce or adobo could be used instead to change up the flavor.
That sounds delicious, too!
Hi Heidi! Absolutely loved this recipe! It was a big hit for my family, too! 🙂 I had some leftovers and was wondering if you can freeze the extras?
I made this for the Super Bowl. So good and easy. Served it on Hawaiian buns with a pickle.
So glad you liked it, Jennifer! 😉