Easy Crock Pot Barbecue

Savor the smoky-sweet flavors of this Easy Crock Pot Barbecue, a fuss-free slow cooker recipe that's perfect for busy days or casual gatherings. Featuring tender, fall-apart pork shoulder or beef chuck roast simmered in a rich blend of barbecue sauce, chicken or beef broth, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, this dish is bursting with bold, comforting flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the magic of low-and-slow cooking, you'll enjoy irresistibly juicy, shredded barbecue meat that's perfect for piling onto soft sandwich buns or slider rolls. Add a dollop of crunchy coleslaw on top for a delightful contrast. Whether served at a weeknight dinner or a backyard picnic, this recipe promises maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for fans of slow cooker meals, easy barbecue recipes, and make-ahead comfort food classics!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:490 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Boneless pork shoulder (or beef chuck roast)
• 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce
• 0.5 cups Chicken or beef broth
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 6 pieces Sandwich buns or slider rolls
• 1 cup Optional coleslaw for topping

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the meat. Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder or beef chuck roast.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly over the meat.

Step 3

Place the finely chopped onion in the bottom of the crock pot, creating a bed for the meat.

Step 4

Lay the seasoned meat on top of the onions.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce and broth, then pour the mixture over the meat.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for 8 hours, or on high heat for 4 hours. Cooking on low gives the best tender, flavorful results.

Step 7

After cooking, use two forks to shred the meat directly in the crock pot. Stir the shredded meat into the sauce to coat evenly.

Step 8

Serve the barbecue meat on sandwich buns or slider rolls. Optionally, top with coleslaw for added crunch and flavor.

Step 9

Enjoy your easy crock pot barbecue!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1815.7 grams (1815.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3761

Total Fat 196.70g	252%
Saturated Fat 66.80g	334%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 635mg	212%
Sodium 8896mg	387%
Total Carbohydrate 313.50g	114%
Dietary Fiber 12.90g	46%
Total Sugars 158.70g
Protein 193.50g	387%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 511mg	39%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 3908mg	83%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 33.0%