Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder (trim excess fat)
• 1 teaspoon salt (for seasoning)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (for seasoning)
• 1 tablespoon paprika (for seasoning)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for seasoning)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for seasoning)
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

1. Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and season it generously with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Place the seared pork shoulder into the slow cooker.
4. In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is very tender and easily shredded with a fork.
7. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
8. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the juices.
9. Serve warm on buns, tacos, or your favorite side dishes.