Instant Pot Pulled Pork

Dinner is easy when you have lots of yummy instant pot recipes to utilize! Easy Pulled Pork is a family favorite around here. This is one recipe that can easily be pulled together on busy weeknights.

Some days are just crazy and dinner isn’t always planned. I can have this meal on the table fast even without any planning. This shredded meat can be used in many ways, which makes it perfect for prepping for the week.

Now, for the days I will be in and out, I love to make crock pot pulled pork sandwich recipe, roasted pork shoulder, or crockpot Dr Pepper pulled pork. You won’t be disappointed when you try this tasty recipe. Give it a try today and see why we have it on our menu plan frequently!

Why You’ll Love This Recpe

• Minimal Prep – I love that the instant pot does all the work and is quick and easy to prep.
• Simple Seasoning – You can easily change the spices to what you prefer. Add in ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika or chili powder for even more flavor.
• Meal Prep – This shredded pork freezes great. Which makes it perfect to stock your freezer so you can easily make Pork Tacos, Oven Nachos, and Cheese Quesadillas

Ingredients

• Chicken Broth – If you are out, see Chicken broth substitutes
• Boneless Pork Shoulder Chuck Roast – Feel free to change the meat and use a pork loin roast, bone-in pork roast, Boston butt or a pork butt
• Salt – For even more flavor use garlic salt or kosher salt
• Worcestershire Sauce – Learn How to Make Homemade Worcestershire Sauce Recipe
• Black Pepper – For extra spice you can also use cayenne pepper
• Large Onion – Minced onion or onion powder can also be used
• Minced Garlic – You can also use garlic powder or learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
• Your Favorite BBQ Sauce – Try this easy homemade BBQ sauce or we also like Stubb’s Sticky Sweet.

For the full list of ingredients and recipe, scroll to the bottom for the full recipe.

How to Make Pulled Pork in the Instant Pot

Here’s how you can make your own pulled pork in the instant pot.

Step 1 – First, put all of the ingredients in the instant pot. We have an  8 quart Instant pot and love it. Go ahead and put the lid on and turn the value to sealing.

Step 2 – Second, set the pressure for 90 minutes on high. Do a quick release and remove the lid. Finally, it is time to shred the pork. It is going to be really tender and everyone will think that you slow cooked it.

Flavor Variations

• Consistency – Stir in more bbq sauce if desired. I like it a little saucy so we normally add more but this is up to you and your preference.
• Hint of Sweetness – For a hint of sweetness with a spicy kick, add in 2 tbsp of honey with 1 tsp of chipotle sauce or red pepper flakes.
• Keto – If you prefer to serve this as part of your Keto diet, use sugar free BBQ sauce.

Pro Tips

• Fat Separator – You can use a fat separator if you want to easily dispose of the excess grease. This will allow you to quickly and easily separate the fat from the bbq sauce. Whenever I am cooking liquid, I use one of these. Just set it aside and you can do it less than 15 minutes.
• Shredding Pork – Also, this pork is so tender that it easily falls apart. You can use two forks but I like to use my hand mixer to shred the meat. It’s very quick and easy. If you haven’t tried this before, it’s so simple.
• Natural Release – We recommend doing a natural release instead of a quick release. Using a natural release allows for the pork to be so tender.

Serving Ideas

We love it on rolls or hamburger buns and topped with  the Best Coleslaw Recipe.  Serve it with Lazy Day Crock Pot Baked Beans and Corn on the Cob and dinner is complete! We have even just served it with potato chips on busy nights or Baked French Fries for another easy side dish.

They also make delicious sliders for parties or game day when you want a smaller portion. This recipe is a keeper and so versatile. Check out Best Sides for Pulled Pork Sandwiches for more ideas.

Try these other ideas on how to serve this tender pulled pork.

• BBQ Pizza
• Make Microwave Baked Potatoes and add shredded pork with shredded cheese and chopped scallions with a side salad.
• Make Pulled Pork Burrito Bowl with Instant Pot White Rice, Slow Cooker Black Beans and Black Bean Corn Salsa
• We love to make Pork Carnitas with Homemade Flour Tortilla Recipe topped with diced avocado and shredded cheese.