Break out that slow cooker! From stuffed potatoes to tacos and more, these slow cooker pulled pork recipes are the perfect weeknight dinner solution.
34 Fun Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipes
Updated on Apr. 19, 2024
Korean Pulled Pork Tacos
I created this surprising pulled pork recipe to replicate our favorite food truck tacos at home. They’re a little sweet, a little spicy and totally delicious any time of year. —Julie Orr, Fullerton, California
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PB&J Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this recipe for one of my daughters who loves peanut butter and pork! The result has become a favorite—kids and grown-ups alike often request it for dinner. —Jill Cox, Lincoln, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 862 calories, 49g fat (15g saturated fat), 145mg cholesterol, 1207mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 3g fiber), 51g protein.
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Pulled Pork Taters
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is as hearty as it gets. Part barbecued pork, part potatoes, the taters are as wholesome as they are delicious. My family can't get enough of this comforting dish. —Shannon Harris, Tyler, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 795 calories, 29g fat (18g saturated fat), 145mg cholesterol, 1677mg sodium, 89g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 7g fiber), 44g protein.
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Pineapple Mango Pulled Pork
Total Time
8 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love mangoes and pineapple. They go so well with pork. Serve these little sandwiches with a spring salad. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup meat mixture on 1 bun: 249 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Spiced Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
6 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pulled pork is tender and has a fabulous spice rub on it. It is my sweetie's favorite meal, and I love that it is so easy. What a fantastic way to warm up a chilly afternoon. Add more or less salt to taste if you'd like. —Katie Citrowske, Bozeman, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 386 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 669mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein.
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Root Beer Pulled Pork Nachos
Total Time
8 hours 50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I count on my slow cooker to do the honors when I have a house full of summer guests. Teenagers especially love DIY nachos. Try cola, ginger ale or lemon-lime soda if you’re not into root beer. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 391 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 287mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Italian Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
8 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Enjoy all the flavors of Italian sausage sandwiches with this healthier alternative. —Lia Dellario, Middleport, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 288 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 454mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch.
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Pulled Pork with Ginger Sauce
Total Time
7 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It's almost sacrilegious for a South Carolinian from the capitol city to make any sauce for pulled pork except mustard-based. But we love this Asian-inspired Ginger Sauce. Wonderful in a sandwich it's also great over rice. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without buns): 479 calories, 25g fat (10g saturated fat), 141mg cholesterol, 1115mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 39g protein.
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Caribbean Chipotle Pork Sliders
Total Time
8 hours 35 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our favorite pulled pork sliders combine the heat of chipotle peppers with a cool tropical coleslaw. The robust flavors make these a big hit with guests. —Kadija Bridgewater, Boca Raton, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 265 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 430mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork
Total Time
8 hours 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to share this dish at potlucks because it can be made ahead, which I especially appreciate during the busy holiday season. The sweet-and-spicy sauce is always a hit. —Martha Anne Carpenter, Mesa, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 536 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 1304mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 42g protein.
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Baja Pork Tacos
Total Time
8 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious pork tacos recipe is my copycat version of the most excellent Mexican food we ever had, when we were visiting Flagstaff, Arizona. The original recipe used beef instead of pork, but this comes mighty close to the same taste. —Ariella Winn, Mesquite, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 320 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 starch.
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Apple Cider Pulled Pork
Total Time
8 hours 30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For potlucks and tailgates, we slow-cook pork with cider, onions and spices. These tangy sliders make a winning barbecue plate with sweet potato fries. —Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
2 sliders: 375 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 563mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
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Southwestern Pulled Pork Crostini
Total Time
6 hours 45 min
Servings
32 crostini
From the Recipe Creator:
As a different take on crostini, these apps are fantastic for tailgating and casual parties alike. —Randy Cartwright, Linden, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 121 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 362mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Cuban Sandwich
Total Time
2 hours 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you want a hearty sandwich that won't "overstuff" you, then the Cubano is for you. Tangy pickles, tender pork, savory ham, gooey melted Swiss cheese and a hint of mustard are layered between two toasty pieces of bread for the ultimate panini. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 726 calories, 40g fat (16g saturated fat), 168mg cholesterol, 2153mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 54g protein.
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Conga Lime Pork
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dinner guests won’t be too shy to get in line when this yummy chipotle pork moves to the buffet table. —Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup pork mixture with 1 muffin and 1/2 cup slaw: 514 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 877mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 3g fiber), 31g protein.
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Sweet & Smoky Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
8 hours 45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My primo pork is smoky, tender and tastes like it came from a barbecue joint. Without much help from me, it basically shreds itself. —Lauren Adamson, Layton, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 436 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 827mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein.
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Southern Loaded Sweet Potatoes
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a taste of a southern classic, we make sweet potatoes stuffed with pulled pork and coleslaw and manage to sidestep the calorie overload. —Amy Burton, Cary, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 potato with 2/3 cup pork mixture and 1/4 cup coleslaw: 428 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 784mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 6g fiber), 28g protein.
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Pork, Bean & Rice Burritos
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The combination of spices is key to this slow-cooked pork—it's my family's favorite burrito filling. The aroma that fills the air as the pork slowly simmers is like a Mexican restaurant. A perfect recipe for tailgate parties. —Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 575 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1717mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 34g protein.
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Asian Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
7 hours 14 min
Servings
18 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My Asian pulled pork is a happy flavor mashup of Vietnamese pho noodle soup and a banh mi sandwich. It's one seriously delicious slow-cooker dish. —Stacie Anderson, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 350 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
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Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The slow cooker not only makes this an easy meal, it keeps the pork tender, saucy and loaded with flavor. —Beki Kosydar-Krantz, Mayfield, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 402 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 1181mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
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Chipotle Carnitas
Total Time
10 hours 28 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a terrific recipe for your next weeknight dinner. Set out various toppings and garnishes so your family members can customize their own tostadas with the lime-kissed shredded pork. —Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 tostada: 269 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 1/2 starch.
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Slow Cooker Sweet & Spicy Pulled Pork
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While I don't enjoy drinking beer, I love cooking with it. This quick recipe also goes great on plain hamburger buns with a side of slaw. —Renee Herrington, Plano, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 648 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 797mg sodium, 78g carbohydrate (56g sugars, 3g fiber), 35g protein.
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Taco Pizza
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 pizzas (8 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Convenient prebaked crust makes this tasty taco pizza as easy as can be. It's a great recipe, especially if you have teenagers. I keep the ingredients on hand so that we can whip up this filling meal anytime. —Mary Cass, Baltimore, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces: 310 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 747mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.
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Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
8 hours 50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband is a huge fan of pulled pork sandwiches, so my sister shared this incredibly easy recipe with me. At potlucks and family dinners, nobody can get enough of this root beer-braised version. —Carolyn Palm, Radcliff, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 453 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 907mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
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Sweet & Sour Pork Wraps
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings (16 wraps)
From the Recipe Creator:
We always make these wraps at our family's annual party, and they're a true favorite. The cabbage and cilantro give them tempting texture and flavor. —Andrew DeVito, Hartford, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
2 wraps: 523 calories, 23g fat (6g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1357mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein.
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Southwest Pulled Pork
Total Time
8 hours 20 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made these sandwiches on a whim one Sunday when friends called to say they wanted to drop by in the afternoon. I was able to feed them and my neighbors a casual supper. If you have time, you can coat the roast with the rub and store it, covered, in the fridge several hours before cooking for even more flavor. —Deb LeBlanc, Phillipsburg, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 398 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 729mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein.
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Southwest Shredded Pork Salad
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This knockout shredded pork makes a healthy, delicious and hearty salad with black beans, corn, cotija cheese and plenty of fresh greens. —Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 233 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 321mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch.
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Sesame Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
4 hours 45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I wanted to build a better pork sandwich, and this Asian-style filling was a huge hit with my husband and coworkers. Bring on the wasabi mayo. —Jennifer Berry, Lexington, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 324 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 756mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch.
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Cajun Pork Chops
Total Time
4 hours 35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this recipe after returning home from my travels and discovering I had little food in the house. I used ingredients that were already available in the refrigerator and pantry. —Allison Gapinski, Cary, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups pork mixture with 1/4 cup pepper strips: 423 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 573mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Sweet & Spicy Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Total Time
8 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I threw some always-available condiments into my slow cooker with a pork roast to create this fantastic pulled pork. It has become a staple sandwich filler for large get-togethers. The flavor of the pork goes well with a cold glass
of white wine.—Lori Terry, Chicago, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 509 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 1175mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein.
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Southwestern Nachos
Total Time
7 hours 55 min
Servings
30 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Guests will go crazy when you serve this cheesy nacho casserole with tender chunks of slow-cooked pork. The recipe makes two heaping pans, and you don’t need to worry about filling the chip bowl—the tortilla chips are conveniently baked right in the dish! —Kelly Byler, Goshen, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 288 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Pulled Pork with Mojito Sauce
Total Time
8 hours 25 min
Servings
12 servings (1-1/2 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
Growing up in South Florida, my culinary taste buds were influenced dramatically by the Cuban culture here. Infused with Cuban flavor, this twist on slow-cooked pulled pork is knock-your-socks-off good, whether you serve it up with rice and beans on the side or press it into a classic Cuban sandwich. — Kristina Wiley, Jupiter, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup meat mixture with 2 tablespoons sauce: 409 calories, 29g fat (6g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Caribbean Chipotle Pork Sliders
Total Time
8 hours 35 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our favorite pulled pork sliders combine the heat of chipotle peppers with a cool tropical coleslaw. The robust flavors make these a big hit with guests. —Kadija Bridgewater, Boca Raton, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 265 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 430mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein.
