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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork with Beans

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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork with Beans

Description

This hearty slow cooker dish combines tender, slow-cooked pulled pork with rich, savory baked-style beans. The pork becomes melt-in-your-mouth soft after hours of cooking, soaking up smoky BBQ flavors, while the beans add texture and sweetness. It’s a comforting, rustic meal perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep.

 Ingredients

  • 2–3 lbs pork shoulder (or pork butt)
  • 2 cups canned pinto or baked beans (drained slightly)
  • 1 ½ cups BBQ sauce
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
  • ½ cup chicken broth or water

 Instructions

  1. Prepare pork
    Trim excess fat and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Layer ingredients
    Place onions and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add pork on top.
  3. Add sauce & beans
    Mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and broth. Pour over pork. Add beans around the sides.
  4. Cook
    • Low: 8–10 hours
    • High: 5–6 hours
  5. Shred pork
    Remove pork, shred with forks, then return to slow cooker and mix with beans and sauce.
  6. Optional finish
    Cook uncovered for 20–30 minutes to thicken sauce.

Notes

  • Pork shoulder is best due to its fat content and tenderness.
  • You can use baked beans for a sweeter flavor or pinto beans for a more savory taste.
  • Adjust BBQ sauce based on sweetness preference.

 Tips

  • Extra smoky flavor: Add a few drops of liquid smoke.
  • Thicker consistency: Mash some beans into the sauce.
  • Crispy edges: Broil shredded pork for 5 minutes before mixing back.
  • Make ahead: Flavors deepen overnight in the fridge.

 Servings

  • Serves: 6–8 people
  • Serving size: About 1 cup

 Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 400–500 kcal
  • Protein: 28–35g
  • Fat: 20–28g
  • Carbohydrates: 20–30g
  • Fiber: 5–7g
  • Sugar: 12–18g
  • Sodium: 600–900mg

 Benefits

  • ✔ High in protein for energy and muscle support
  • ✔ One-pot meal—easy cleanup
  • ✔ Great for meal prep and leftovers
  • ✔ Budget-friendly for feeding a crowd
  • ✔ Rich, comforting flavors

 Q&A

Q1: Can I use a different cut of pork?

Yes, but pork shoulder or butt works best for shredding.

Q2: Can I make this without beans?

Absolutely—just cook the pork with sauce and serve separately.

Q3: Can I freeze leftovers?

Yes, freeze for up to 3 months in airtight containers.

Q4: How do I reduce sweetness?

Use a low-sugar BBQ sauce and skip brown sugar.

Q5: What can I serve this with?

  • Cornbread
  • Coleslaw
  • Rice
  • Mashed potatoes
  • Sandwich buns

Q6: Can I cook it faster?

You can use a pressure cooker (Instant Pot) for about 60–70 minutes.

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