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2-Ingredient Pulled Pork – Simple, Tender, and Full of Flavor

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–8 hours (slow cooker)
  • Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 68 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner, Slow Cooker
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Sometimes, less is more! This 2-Ingredient Pulled Pork is proof that you don’t need a long list of ingredients for a flavorful, tender dish. Just toss everything into your slow cooker and let it do the work—perfect for sandwiches, tacos, salads, and more!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 45 lb pork shoulder (or pork butt)
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pork:

    • Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker. (You can trim excess fat if desired, but it helps keep the meat moist.)
  2. Add the BBQ sauce:

    • Pour BBQ sauce over the pork, covering it as evenly as possible.
  3. Cook it low and slow:

    • Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours (or HIGH for 4–5 hours) until the pork is fork-tender.
  4. Shred & mix:

    • Use two forks to shred the pork directly in the slow cooker. Stir it into the sauce for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Best cut of meat: Pork shoulder or pork butt is ideal for slow cooking due to its fat content, which keeps it juicy and flavorful.
  • Oven option: Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 4–5 hours, covered, until tender.
  • Flavor variations: Swap BBQ sauce for a vinegar-based sauce, mustard sauce, or even a simple broth for a different twist.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 400
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Protein: 35g