Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork: The Ultimate Crowd-Pleasing Comfort Food Feast

Delicious Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork for Any Occasion

Introduction

Few dishes are as universally loved and easy to prepare as Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork. Combining the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory, this recipe turns simple ingredients into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece. The secret? Slow-cooking pork shoulder with Coca-Cola transforms it into a crowd-pleasing favorite suitable for BBQs, potlucks, game day, or any time you want effortless comfort food.

This is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it meal: just a handful of minutes to prep, and, hours later, you’re rewarded with fork-tender pork infused with bold flavor. It’s customizable for sandwiches, tacos, salads, or even nachos—guaranteed to please any palate.

What Makes This Crockpot Pulled Pork Stand Out?

The Coca-Cola acts as a flavor booster, tenderizing the pork and infusing it with a caramelized sweetness that complements BBQ sauce perfectly. Slow-cooking delivers unbeatable juiciness, and hands-off preparation frees up your day for friends, family, or party prep.

For extra convenience, using a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher helps shred the pork evenly—no effort required. Plus, storing leftovers is a breeze with Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep that pulled pork fresh for days.

Essential Tips for Perfect Pulled Pork

– **Pork Cut:** Pork shoulder, also called Boston Butt, is the best pick for its marbling and flavor.
– **BBQ Sauce:** Choose your favorite brand or homemade version. The sauce melds beautifully with the Coca-Cola and pork juices.
– **Serving Ideas:** This pulled pork excels on buns, in wraps, loaded onto potatoes, or tossed in salads using a Bentgo Salad Container for meal prep.
– **Shredding:** For quick, uniform shreds, try the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, saving your hands from hot meat.

How to Serve Your Coca-Cola Pulled Pork

Serve the pork on fresh rolls with slaw for classic sandwiches, load it onto nachos, or pair with baked sweet potatoes. For parties or picnics, a Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack makes cleanup effortless, so you can focus on enjoying the meal with guests.

Complement with pickles, baked beans, or grilled vegetables for a hearty spread!

Nutritional Information & Servings

This recipe produces about 10 servings. Each roughly contains:
– 350–400 calories
– 25g protein
– Variable carbs (mostly from cola/BBQ sauce)

Pulled pork is protein-rich and satisfying. For lighter fare, serve in lettuce wraps or on a salad.

Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork Ingredients

Ingredients

– 4–5 lbs pork shoulder (Boston Butt), trimmed of excess fat
– 1 (12-ounce) can Coca-Cola
– 1 large onion, sliced
– 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1½ cups BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
– 2 teaspoons kosher salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– Optional: 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
– Burger buns or tortillas, for serving
– Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Place sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of your crockpot. Set the trimmed pork shoulder on top. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
  2. Pour the Coca-Cola evenly over the pork. Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the pork is fall-apart tender.
  3. Remove pork from the crockpot and place on a cutting board—using a sturdy surface like Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen makes this easy. Discard any major fat pieces.
  4. Shred the pork with two forks, a meat and potato masher, or a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen. Return to the crockpot.
  5. Add 1½ cups BBQ sauce to the shredded pork and mix to coat. Let everything warm through on LOW for an additional 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve pork hot on buns or tortillas, topped with slaw, pickles, and extra BBQ sauce as desired.
  7. For easy storage, transfer leftovers to food storage containers once cooled.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 8–10 hours (LOW) or 4–5 hours (HIGH)

Total Time: 8–10 hours, almost all hands-off

The Ultimate Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork—Recap

This recipe’s unbeatable combination of ease, delectable flavor, and crowd-pleasing versatility earns it a spot on your table for every occasion. Enjoy juicy pulled pork with minimal effort, perfect for meal prepping, feeding a crowd, or just guaranteeing a delicious dinner any time.

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