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There’s nothing quite like coming home to the smell of tender, slow-cooked barbecue pork. This Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Butt recipe is one of those easy meals that practically makes itself. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll end up with juicy, flavorful pulled pork that’s perfect for sandwiches, tacos, baked potatoes, or piled high on nachos.

Whether you're feeding a crowd, meal prepping for the week, or looking for an easy dinner that everyone will love, this recipe delivers every time.

One of my favorite kitchen appliances is my slow cooker. I use it all the time to make so many delicious meals. I also use my slow cooker as a way to break down tough meat and make it tender and juicy.

That is what happens when I make my amazing Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Butt.

How to Make My Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Butt

I love cooking a big pork butt for my family. It's my favorite cut for so many delicious recipes. The best part, is you can also cook it in an Instant Pot (Instant Pot BBQ Pork Sandwiches).

I like to take the pork butt and coat it in my special bbq dry rub seasoning before cooking. This makes the Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Butt have an added depth of flavor

Then, I just add 1/4 cup of water to the bottom of the slow cooker. Put on the lid and either cook on low for 10-12 hours or on high for 6 to 7 hours.

When it gets done, I shred it all and toss it with a little of my homemade bbq sauce.

Then, I put it back in the slow cooker pot with the juices and let it sit there on warm until we are ready to use it.

How I plate Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Butt

You can serve this food a number of ways. You can make up sandwiches ahead of time if you want. I like to serve mine on Hawaiian Rolls or slide buns, topped with Cole slaw.

You can also serve it on the side as a plate lunch or dinner, with just the bbq pork butt, some green beans, Mac and cheese and a slice of white bread. That's how I grew up eating it.

Then, if you are really adventurous — you can do like we've been doing and make a plate of homemade French fries. Then, top with the bbq pork and my 2 ingredient cheese sauce.

This is my favorite way to eat my Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Butt!

Storage

Refrigerator

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freezer

Freeze shredded pork in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently with a little extra barbecue sauce or broth.

Tips for the Best Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

• Don't trim all the fat. It helps keep the meat moist.
• Cook on low when possible. Low and slow produces the most tender results.
• Save the juices. Mixing the shredded meat back into the juices keeps it from drying out.
• Finish under the broiler. For crispy edges, spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes before serving.

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• Perfect Slow-Cooker Pot Roast
• Slow Cooker Porkchops and Gravy
• Slow Cooker Lasagna Pasta
• Best Slow Cooker Beef Stew
• Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken