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Home » Recipes » Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

by Mike Hultquist · Aug 29, 2019 · 17 Comments

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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

This post has been sponsored by KC Masterpiece®. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

The ultimate BBQ sandwich! Tender, juicy pulled pork cooked low and slow, drenched in sweet and spicy BBQ sauce. BBQ joint flavor in your own kitchen.

Break out the slow cookers, my friends. We’re cooking up BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches today and you’re going to love them. Whether it’s family time, party time, game day or a special occasion, pulled pork is a meal that always satisfies. It’s especially delicious when paired with a great BBQ sauce that’s spicy and smoky.

Lucky for us, I’m cooking with KC Masterpiece® 816 Hot BBQ Sauce. It’s perfect for this!

KC Masterpiece® 816 Hot BBQ Sauce.

What I love about the NEW KC Masterpiece 816 Hot BBQ Sauce is that it's the perfect balance of smoky, sweet and heat. It is kettle cooked with real sugar, and it is part of a lineup of BBQ joint style sauces inspired by the Kansas City region. You know they LOVE their BBQ in KC.

It’s outstanding on ribs, burgers, chicken—just about anything you can grill! And when you pair it with tender pulled pork? Heaven.

Head on down to your local Walmart and grab yourself a bottle of KC Masterpiece 816 Hot BBQ Sauce today. Then, get cooking! Bring that awesome BBQ joint flavor to your own kitchen.

You can also try their two other flavors: KC Masterpiece® 816 Original BBQ Sauce and KC Masterpiece® 816 Sweet BBQ Sauce.

KC Masterpiece® 816 BBQ Sauces.

Let’s talk about how we make this recipe, shall we? It’s so good! Gather up your ingredients

Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches Ingredients

  • Pork Shoulder. 6-pound.
  • Olive Oil. 2 tablespoons.
  • Chili Powder. 1 tablespoon.
  • Smoked Paprika. 1 tablespoon.
  • Garlic Powder. 1 tablespoon.
  • Salt. 1 tablespoon.
  • Black Pepper. 1 tablespoon.
  • Chicken Broth. 1 cup, or flavorful lighter beer.
  • KC Masterpiece® 816 Hot BBQ Sauce (20 oz). 1 bottle, or more as needed.

For Serving:

  • 12 warmed buns, tangy coleslaw, or any of your favorite toppings.

How to Make Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches - the Recipe Method

First, trim the pork shoulder and rub it down with olive oil.

Sprinkle on the chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Rub it into the meat thoroughly.

Set the pork shoulder into a slow cooker and pour in the broth or beer and half of the bbq sauce.

Cover and heat to low. Cook low and slow for 6-8 hours or until the pork shoulder easily pulls apart with a fork.

Shred the pork, then mix in more BBQ sauce as desired - KC Masterpiece 816 Hot BBQ Sauce is easy to squeeze on.

Pouring KC Masterpiece® 816 Hot BBQ Sauce.

Serve onto buns with more BBQ sauce. Top with tangy coleslaw and enjoy!

Makes 12 hearty BBQ pulled pork sandwiches.

Delicious, juicy pulled pork in a slow cooker.

Easy enough, isn’t it?

I’ve served mine with extra spicy BBQ sauce and topped it all with a tangy oil and vinegar coleslaw, but feel free to choose your own favorite toppings for this recipe. Want to add in some shredded cheese? Go for it! Roasted jalapeno peppers? Yes, please. The choice is yours.

Just don’t forget the extra sauce. The sauce is key!

Head on over to your nearest Walmart to grab yourself some KC Masterpiece 816 Hot BBQ Sauce. Why go out for BBQ when you can make it this good at home?

Let me know how you like it!

Storage & Leftovers

Storing your Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches in an airtight container in the fridge may allow you to store the leftovers for up to 3-4 days. To maximize the storage life, make sure to refrigerate them promptly.

Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches.

Don't forget the Jalapeno Cornbread for serving!

Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! - Mike H.

Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches
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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipe

The ultimate BBQ sandwich! Tender, juicy pulled pork cooked low and slow and then drenched in sweet and spicy BBQ sauce. BBQ joint flavor in your own kitchen.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: barbecue, bbq, pork shoulder, pulled pork, slow cooker
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours hours
Calories: 484kcal
Author: Mike Hultquist
Servings: 12
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Ingredients

  • 6 pound pork shoulder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth or flavorful lighter beer
  • 1 bottle KC Masterpiece® 816 Hot BBQ Sauce 20 oz—or more as needed
  • FOR SERVING: 12 warmed buns tangy coleslaw, or any of your favorite toppings

Instructions

  • Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and rub it down with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle on the chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Rub it into the meat thoroughly.
  • Set the pork shoulder into a slow cooker and pour in the beer and half of the bbq sauce.
  • Cover and heat to low. Cook low and slow for 6-8 hours or until the pork shoulder easily pulls apart with a fork.
  • Shred the pork, then add in more BBQ sauce as desired.
  • Serve onto buns with more BBQ sauce. Top with tangy coleslaw and enjoy!

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Notes

Makes 12 hearty BBQ pulled pork sandwiches.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 484kcal   Carbohydrates: 51g   Protein: 34g   Fat: 15g   Saturated Fat: 4g   Cholesterol: 93mg   Sodium: 918mg   Potassium: 701mg   Fiber: 2g   Sugar: 17g   Vitamin A: 599IU   Vitamin C: 1mg   Calcium: 95mg   Iron: 4mg
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches
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  1. Mary Jane McDermott says

    June 16, 2025 at 11:43 pm

    5 stars
    Cooked in my slow cooker and it was a big hit. Everyone said it was the best BBQ pulled pork they’ve ever eaten and it was so delicious! I love watching your videos because even at 72 I’m still learning something new from you. Thanks for sharing this recipe with us!

    Reply
    • Mike H. says

      June 17, 2025 at 5:02 am

      You are very very welcome, Mary Jane! =)

      Reply
  2. Rachel says

    April 05, 2025 at 12:50 pm

    Hello, I usually like to sear most my meats prior to being put in the slow cooker. Do you sear your pork shoulder first?

    Reply
    • Mike Hultquist says

      April 05, 2025 at 1:05 pm

      Yes, I usually do.

      Reply
  3. Cowboy Bob says

    September 17, 2024 at 10:37 pm

    5 stars
    How well does this freeze? I know some things don't do well. I'm having an event in 3 weeks but I won't be able to cook the 2 weeks before it so I thought I would put some into a food saver bag, freeze and then drop into a pot of boiling water for about 30 minutes to heat it back up.

    Reply
    • Mike H. says

      September 18, 2024 at 5:23 am

      Hey, Cowboy Bob - it should work. Pulled pork can last 2-3 months in the freezer, so 2-3 weeks should definitely work. When ready for action, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat in a pan or microwave: warm the pulled pork on low heat in a pan, adding a little extra BBQ sauce if needed to maintain moisture. You can also microwave it, covered, to retain moisture. Let me know how the event goes. Enjoy!

      Reply
      • Cowboy Bob says

        September 18, 2024 at 10:00 am

        5 stars
        Mike, thank you for getting back so quickly, Can you guess what's in my slow coo0ker right now? 😉

        Reply
        • Mike Hultquist says

          September 18, 2024 at 12:02 pm

          Awesome!!!!!

          Reply
  4. Stacy says

    April 23, 2022 at 5:00 pm

    I am planning on making this tomorrow, but I can not find that bbq hot sauce.
    Any other suggestions?

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Mike Hultquist says

      April 23, 2022 at 5:01 pm

      Stacy, you can use your favorite BBQ Sauce for this particular recipe. Let me know how it goes for you. Enjoy.

      Reply
  5. Savannagal says

    September 02, 2019 at 6:52 am

    The shredded pork turned out great, or so says my husband. I don’t eat pork, or beef for that matter. I had 3lbs of pork so I cut the spices by half, but otherwise followed your directions, pressure cooking for 40 mins and letting it depressurize for 20 minutes or so. I did throw in a hot pepper from my garden that had been languishing on my counter, and I had a different brand of BBQ on hand so that’s what I used. We do like KC, so I’ll have to pick some up the next time. I’ll definitely make this again. Thanks for your help

    Reply
    • Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says

      September 02, 2019 at 7:49 am

      Great! Happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  6. Savannagal says

    August 31, 2019 at 5:46 pm

    Can this be made in a 6 at Instapot? I jumped on the bandwagon but I’ve yet to use the thing. I bought a 3lb pork roast and I’m hoping to use your recipe and my Instapot. What do you think? Advice?

    Reply
    • Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says

      September 01, 2019 at 11:30 am

      Absolutely, yes. You can use this exact recipe on the slow cooker setting, or for pressure cooking, you can cube up the meat and pressure cook 40 minutes or so. Let me know how it turns out for you.

      Reply
      • Savannagal says

        September 01, 2019 at 4:16 pm

        Thanks. Will do.

        Reply
  7. Savannagal says

    August 31, 2019 at 6:38 am

    What size slow cooker?

    Reply
    • Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says

      August 31, 2019 at 11:29 am

      5 quart, though you can use larger.

      Reply

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