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Slow Cooker Pulled Meat

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Slow Cooker Pulled Meat is a tender, juicy, and flavorful dish made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, bowls, or meal prep, this recipe transforms tougher cuts of meat into delicious, fall-apart shreds with minimal effort.

Ingredients

  • 3–4 lbs boneless pork shoulder (or beef chuck roast or chicken thighs)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil (for searing)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meat on all sides until browned (optional but recommended for added flavor).
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Place the seared meat on top of the onions.
  4. In a bowl, mix together paprika, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste or barbecue sauce, and broth or water.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the meat in the slow cooker.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or on high for 5–6 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
  7. Remove the meat from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  8. Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker and mix with the juices before serving.

Notes

  • Can be made with pork, beef, or chicken.
  • Searing the meat first adds extra depth of flavor.
  • Adjust seasonings and sauce based on your preferences.
  • Freezes well for future meals.

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