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Dr Pepper Crock Pot Pulled Pork

Dr Pepper Crock Pot Pulled Pork

Sweet, tender, and full of BBQ flavor, this Dr Pepper Pulled Pork crock pot recipe is a family-favorite, slow-cooked to juicy perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Servings 8

Equipment

  • Crock pot (6-8 quart)
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp chef’s knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Two forks (for shredding)
  • Mixing spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lb pork shoulder
  • 1 can 12 oz Dr Pepper
  • 1 large yellow onion sliced
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce plus more for serving
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Pork: Place the sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker. Season the pork shoulder all over with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Add Ingredients: Place the seasoned pork on top of the onions. Pour the Dr Pepper over the meat.
  • Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is very tender and easy to shred with a fork.
  • Shred the Pork: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Discard any large pieces of fat.
  • Add BBQ Sauce: Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker. Stir in BBQ sauce and let it warm through for another 15–20 minutes.
  • Serve: Serve on buns, over rice, or with your favorite sides.

Notes

For best results, trim excess fat from pork shoulder before cooking. This recipe freezes beautifully!
Keyword Dr Pepper Crock Pot Pulled Pork