Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Tenderloin (5-Ingredients!)
Ingredients
- 2 lbpork tenderloin
silver skin removed
- 2 tspsmoked paprika
- 2 tspgranulated garlic powder
- 1 tspkosher salt
- ⅓ cbbq sauce
Directions
- 1
Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Nestle tenderloins into the slow cooker, side by side, alternating thicker end to thinner end.
- 2
Sprinkle all sides evenly with the smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Pour over ⅓ cup BBQ sauce, spreading to evenly coat the pork.
- 3
Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours, or low for 6-7, or until the pork shreds easily with a fork.
- 4
When the pork is done, carefully transfer to a cutting board. Shred or small dice the pork, then add back to the slow cooker with any accumulated juices.
- 5
Stir to combine and taste. Add additional BBQ if desired, then serve.
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Tenderloin (5-Ingredients!)
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About this Recipe
Craving epic slow cooker BBQ pulled pork without the fuss? This 5-ingredient recipe transforms pork tenderloin into melt-in-your-mouth perfection with just minutes of prep, delivering a dinner that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.
Say goodbye to dry, tough pulled pork! This recipe focuses on pork tenderloin, a leaner cut that, when slow-simmered, becomes incredibly succulent and easily shredded. It’s a true game-changer for weeknight dinners, requiring only 5 minutes of hands-on effort before your crock pot does all the work, infusing every bite with rich flavor.
What can you expect from this slow cooker BBQ pulled pork tenderloin? You'll be greeted with smoky, savory flavors, beautifully balanced by your favorite BBQ sauce. The tenderloin cooks down to an unbelievably melt-in-your-mouth texture, easily shredded with a fork, and coated in that rich sauce. Despite its gourmet taste, this dish is incredibly straightforward, perfect for cooks of all levels. It yields 6 satisfying servings, each coming in at just 214 calories.
Customization & Serving
While this bbq pulled pork recipe is fantastic as written, you can easily adjust it to your taste. Feel free to use your preferred brand of store-bought BBQ sauce, or elevate it with a homemade blend. The smoked paprika and granulated garlic powder are essential for that classic BBQ flavor, but you can always tweak the kosher salt to your liking. This recipe is specifically calibrated for pork tenderloin, ensuring the perfect texture.
This crockpot bbq pulled pork is perfect for casual family dinners, game day gatherings, or feeding a crowd with minimal stress. Serve it piled high on soft buns for classic sandwiches, alongside creamy coleslaw, mac and cheese, or as a protein-rich addition to hearty bowls.