Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork (Gluten Free + Low Carb)
If you're looking for an easy dinner that practically cooks itself, this Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is about to become a family favorite. With just a simple homemade dry rub, a pork shoulder, and a slow cooker, you'll end up with incredibly tender, juicy pulled pork that's perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, salads, tacos, meal prep, and more.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
- 2-3 pound pork shoulder
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 cup water
- olive or avocado oil spray
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker with olive or avocado oil spray.
- Combine the brown sugar, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Pat the pork shoulder dry and rub the seasoning mixture over all sides.
- Pour the water into the slow cooker and place the pork inside.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 5–6 hours.
- Remove the pork and shred with two forks.
- Return the meat to the slow cooker and toss with the cooking juices.
- Serve on gluten free buns with barbecue sauce or enjoy low carb in lettuce wraps or over salads.
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