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
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.