Name: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 485 min
Ingredients: 4 pound pork roast; 1 cup water; 1 white onion (chopped); 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon Cajun spice

Quick! Pull out the slow cooker because you are absolutely going to want to try this delicious Slow Cooker Pulled Pork recipe!

One of the things I love most about this recipe (and there are several things to love...just keep reading below) is that it packs an incredible amount of flavor with just a few ingredients! Pork, onions, and spices such as cumin and Cajun make this pork irresistible.

I absolutely love to cook, but there are days when I look at a recipe with an ingredients list as long as my arm and quickly say, "next"! Don't get me wrong.

There are days, moods and times when those lengthier recipes are just the thing I'm looking for, but during an action-packed, busy week of work, school, games, and appointments, the simpler the better.

And that's exactly what you get with this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork.

closeup photo of shredded pulled pork topped with cilantro

What's to Love About Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

First off, it's super easy!!! Life is busy. Let's all admit it's hard to put yummy food on the table for our families each and every night.

That's the beauty of this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork recipe. 5 minutes of prep and the slow cooker does the rest while you are at work, or while you clean, or play catch with the kids, or do whatever else you need (or want) to do.

This pork is moist and super flavorful! Thanks to being cooked "slow and low", the meat stays moist and juicy.

Plus who can resist the amazing flavor that cumin imparts? Coupled with the [easyazon_link identifier="B005D8T1BS" locale="US" tag="allshecooksblog-20"]Cajun seasoning[/easyazon_link], the taste of this pork is amazing.

Here are Some of Our Best Slow Cooker Recipes

We're doing a 30-Day Slow Cooking Challenge. Here is a list of the recipes we're cooking up. Let me know if you try one of them by leaving a comment on that recipe post and rating the recipe!

There are several types of recipes that we are making during the challenge, from chicken slow cooker recipes, beef recipes, and even vegetarian recipes.

One of the things I love best about this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork recipe is its awesome flexibility. Here are just a few ideas on how to serve:

Serve this pulled pork as a "bowl"meal like I did. Pair it with rice, cheese, and tomatoes for a delicious and hearty meal.
Make a classic pulled pork sandwich on fresh bread and serve with coleslaw and a side of pickles.
Top it with your favorite barbecue sauce, or spice things up with a little Sriracha or other favorite hot sauce.

This pork plays well with so many other flavors. Have fun with it and think outside the box! There are no rules, just tender, juicy deliciousness.

Slow Cooker Supplies and Resources

One of the best investments for slow cooker cooking is a slow cooker with a locking lid. You can also use a slow cooker liner to make dinnertime clean up easier. There are a variety of sizes available.

How to Make Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Step By Step

Step #1: Cut pork roast in a criss-cross fashion.

Scored pork roast for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork sitting on a white plats

Step #2: Place pork into slow cooker and top with chopped onions.

Pork roast for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork sitting in slow cooker with chopped onions on top

Step #3: Next, rub spices into crevices of meat.

Pork roast for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork sitting in slow cooker with chopped onions and seasonings on top

Step #4: Add water to slow cooker and then cook on low for 8 hours.

Water being poured into slow cooker on top of pork roast for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with chopped onions and seasonings on top

Step #5: Remove pork from slow cooker and shred with a fork.

Step #6: Serve "bowl style" with rice, shredded cheese, tomatoes and green onions. Enjoy!

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork served with rice, cheese, green onions and tomatoes in blue ceramic bowl.

Other Delicious Recipes Similar to Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Looking for another delicious, easy to fix recipe? How about this Instant Pot Pork Chops with Tomato Cream Sauce recipe? It checks all the quick, easy and tasty boxes.

Or maybe a family member is simply not a fan of pork. Then offer up this Mexican Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken instead. Same easy preparation and shredded presentation.

And to not leave out the beef, here's a great recipe for Slow Cooker Pot Roast!

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