16 Pulled Pork Recipes That Bring the Heat, the Sauce, and the Flavor
Pulled pork is the kind of comfort food that never goes out of style—and these recipes turn up the flavor like never before. Whether you like it smoky, spicy, sweet, or dripping in tangy sauce, this lineup has something to satisfy every craving. Each recipe is packed with tender, juicy pork that delivers on bold taste and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Get ready to fire up your appetite—these 16 pulled pork recipes bring the heat, the sauce, and serious flavor.
BBQ Pulled Pork Hash
Right now my food phases are any type of potato hash prepared in a cast iron skillet with drippy eggs and watermelon (on the side). What a pair, huh?And while I enjoy most of my hashes (I’ve created a few without cheese, not recommended), BBQ Pulled Pork Hash seems to stick with me. I crave it throughout the week and instead of cleaning out the fridge, have been known to visit the store just for its ingredients.
Sweet Pulled Pork in Crock Pot
This version of pulled pork has a very unique and sweet flavor. It isn’t your typical pulled pork recipe and you may question the ingredients, but just trust me. You’ll love it. It’s sweet, but not the typical drowning-in-bbq-sauce sweet. Don’t get me wrong. I am from Texas after all and we love our smokey, sweet, moist BBQ. But, this adds a different flare than you’d normal have.
Pulled Pork Chili
What’s better than a bowl of chili on a chilly day? One packed with smoky BBQ flavor and tender pulled pork, of course! This Pulled Pork Chili is a game-changer, combining the best of two comfort food worlds – classic chili and BBQ pulled pork. Whether you’re serving it for a weeknight dinner or dishing it up for game day, this hearty chili will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
With a perfect fusion of creamy homemade cheese sauce, filling pasta, and smoky bbq, this Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese is a dinner dream come true. The irresistibly mouthwatering combination of lusciously rich mac and cheese with pulled pork deliciousness is certain to have the whole family coming back for seconds (or thirds!). Now that I think about it, you may wanna make a double batch!
Crock Pot Pork Loin – BBQ Pulled Pork
Only 3 ingredients are needed for this easy crock pot pork loin BBQ. Make it shredded in the slow cooker with your favorite sauce. Pork loin makes amazing pulled pork so let me show you how!
Pork Carnitas (Mexican Slow Cooker Pulled Pork)
These Crispy Mexican Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas are the best carnitas you will ever make! They’re tender and juicy, packed with flavor, and easy, too. Perfect for parties and amazing in tacos, nachos, salads, and burritos!
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Pasta
Make this slow cooker pulled pork pasta! It’s such a different dinner idea. It features a flavorful, tender pork loin served with egg noodles.
BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos
BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos are made up of a giant pile of layered tortilla chips that are loaded with juicy shredded meat, filling black beans, all our favorite toppings, and of course lots of melty cheese!
Easy Cuban Sandwich Recipe
Get ready for the best sandwich of your life! This Cuban pulled pork sandwich is the stuff dreams are made of. It’s a great way to use leftover pork. And it can feed up to 4 people with 1 sandwich. Four!
Kalua Pulled Pork (Instant Pot and Crock Pot)
This ridiculously easy, smoky and salty Kalua Pork (aka Kalua Pig) is made with only 3-ingredients in the slow cooker or instant pot. The mouth-watering meat is tender, juicy, and delicious all on its own, but it can also be used for burritos, salads, tacos, and more!
BBQ Pulled Pork Totchos (Loaded Tater Tot Nachos)
Crispy seasoned tater tots are the star of the show in these savory BBQ Pulled Pork Totchos! They are loaded with plenty of melted cheddar cheese, shredded pulled pork, BBQ sauce, pico de gallo, sour cream, and more for a show stopping Game Day appetizer or a fun casual dinner for the fam!
Honey Balsamic Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Honey Balsamic Instant Pot Pulled Pork is a sweet and unctuous dish that is fall-apart tender. Perfect for salads, sandwiches, and all on its own.
Barbecue Pulled Pork Shepherd’s Pie
Welcome to your next comfort food adventure with a Southern twist! Today, we’re diving into the flavors of the South with a unique dish that combines the smoky allure of barbecue with the homely warmth of a shepherd’s pie – BBQ Pulled Pork Shepherd’s Pie.
Pulled Pork Stuffed Pretzel Rolls
I love trying new food. I love cooking new food, eating new food and coming up with fun new food ideas. Pulled Pork Pretzel Rolls are one of these fun, new recipes.
Slow Cooker Apricot Pulled Pork
Tender, juicy shredded Apricot Pulled Pork made in the slow cooker is delicious atop buttery buns with coleslaw for sandwiches, in burritos or salads, or on loaded nachos for your next game day party! The sweet & tangy sauce made with apricot preserves, mustard, and vinegar goes perfectly with the savory meat. Serve with some potato salad and a side of fruit for an easy meal on busy weeknights!
Smoked Pulled Pork Recipe
This Carolina-style Smoked Pulled Pork recipe is made with a pork shoulder (aka Boston butt) in a wood smoker or pellet grill using a homemade, easy barbecue spice rub made from pantry ingredients you already have on hand. Smoked low and slow with apple, cherry, or hickory wood, and slathered with Carolina mustard BBQ sauce, this recipe makes the best pulled pork sandwiches ever!
