Dutch Oven Pulled Pork Sliders

Dutch Oven Pulled Pork Sliders are the ultimate comfort food—tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. Slow-cooked in a rich blend of spices, broth, and BBQ sauce, this pulled pork is incredibly juicy and falls apart effortlessly.

Whether you’re making these for a summer cookout, game day, or a cozy family dinner, they’re sure to be a hit!

The Dutch oven helps infuse deep flavors while keeping the meat moist and tender. Serve the pulled pork on soft slider buns with coleslaw and pickles for a perfect bite.

Best of all, this recipe is easy to prepare with minimal hands-on effort!


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Incredibly Tender & Juicy – Slow-cooked for perfect texture.
  • Easy One-Pot Meal – Made entirely in a Dutch oven.
  • Crowd-Pleaser – Great for parties, gatherings, or meal prep.
  • Bold, Smoky BBQ Flavor – A delicious mix of sweet, tangy, and savory.
  • Customizable – Serve on sliders, tacos, or over rice.

Ingredients

  • 3-4 lb pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for serving)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 12 slider buns
  • 1 cup coleslaw (for topping)
  • Pickles (optional, for serving)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork

  • In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.

2. Sear the Pork

  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

3. Slow Cook the Pork

  • Pour chicken broth, BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce into the Dutch oven.
  • Cover and cook on low heat (300°F) for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is fall-apart tender.

4. Shred the Pork

  • Remove the pork from the Dutch oven and shred it using two forks.
  • Return the shredded pork to the pot, stirring to coat it in the sauce.

5. Assemble the Sliders

  • Toast the slider buns if desired.
  • Pile the pulled pork onto each bun, drizzle with extra BBQ sauce, and top with coleslaw and pickles.

6. Serve & Enjoy

  • Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Expert Tips

  • For Extra Flavor: Let the pork sit with the spice rub for at least an hour before cooking.
  • Make It Crispier: Broil the shredded pork for a few minutes before serving for crispy edges.
  • Slow Cooker Alternative: Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  • Best Buns: Use brioche or Hawaiian rolls for a soft and slightly sweet contrast.
  • Leftover Ideas: Use the pulled pork in tacos, nachos, or over baked potatoes.

Dutch Oven Pulled Pork Sliders

Dutch Oven Pulled Pork Sliders are the ultimate comfort food—tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. Slow-cooked in a rich blend of spices, broth, and BBQ sauce, this pulled pork is incredibly juicy and falls apart effortlessly.

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lb pork shoulder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 12 slider buns
  • 1 cup coleslaw
  • Pickles optional

Instructions
 

  • Rub pork with smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Sear pork in a Dutch oven with olive oil until browned.
  • Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Cover and cook at 300°F for 3-4 hours until tender.
  • Shred pork and mix it with the sauce.
  • Serve on toasted slider buns with coleslaw and pickles.

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