Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Juicy and flavorful slow cooker pulled pork recipe that you set in the morning and then forget about it until dinner time. It’s the perfect addition to your weekly meal prep rotation because it stores excellent, and you can use it in so many recipes.

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Course: dinner, dinner recipe, slow cooker

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crockpot pulled pork, slow cooker pulled pork, slow cooker shredded pork

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 10 20

Servings: people

Calories: 181kcal

Author: Organize Yourself Skinny

Ingredients

1 tablespoon brown sugar can substitute coconut sugar
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 3 - 4lb pork butt or roast
¾ cup orange juice
salt to taste

Instructions

Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, chipotle chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper into a small bowl. Set aside.
Place the pork butt onto a cutting board. If needed, trim off any excess fat from the top and sides.
Pour the orange juice into the bottom of the slow cooker insert
Place the pork butt into the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours. Or on high for 5-6 hours. When the pork is pull-apart tender it's done cooking.
Remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it into a large bowl. Using two forks or claws, shred the pork. Spoon extra liquid from the slow cooker for added moisture
Use in your favorite pork recipes.

Notes

How to Store and Reheat Pulled Pork

To store

You can safely store pulled pork in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Place the cooked pork into airtight containers or bags and refrigerate.

To freeze

You can freeze shredded pork for up to 6 months. Portion out the cooked pork using Souper cubes or in freezer bags and freeze. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

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