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    Recipes » Slow Cooker Recipes » Crock Pot Pork Loin – BBQ Pulled Pork

    Published: Feb 23, 2019 · by: jenniferbanz · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases

    Crock Pot Pork Loin – BBQ Pulled Pork

    Only 3 ingredients needed for this easy crock pot pork loin. Make it shredded in the slow cooker with BBQ sauce. Low carb and keto friendly!

    crock pot pork loin

    Can you make pulled pork with a pork loin?

    Definitely!!  I think this is the easiest way to make pulled pork…especially with the slow cooker.  Slow cooking the pork loin helps it stay moist and it is so tender.

    This Crock Pot Pork Loin has so much flavor thanks to the easy BBQ Rib rub that I shared a few months ago.  You could also use a store bought rub to make this even easier!

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    The reason I use a homemade rub is because most rubs have sugar, so if you are following a low carb or keto diet, make your own!

    I love using my crock pot to make an easy BBQ pulled pork.  No need to fire up the grill or the smoker!

    I also love using pork loin because it is so affordable!

    Can I use a pork tenderloin?

    I would not recommend using a pork tenderloin for this recipe because a tenderloin is an amazingly tender piece of meat and cooking it in the slow cooker is not doing it justice!  It is much better seared and then baked until it is a medium internal temperature of 145F.

    How to make pork loin pulled pork in the slow cooker

    pork loin with rub

    The hardest part of this recipe is lugging out your slow cooker.  We place the pork loin into the slow cooker and cover it with BBQ rub and rub it in.  Then flip it over and cover the other side and rub it in.

    Now we just place the lid and set it to cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.

    crockpot pork loin

    The meat will literally fall apart when it is finished.  I like to shred the meat right in the crock pot with the juices to keep this crock pot pork loin extra moist.

    Most pork loins are around 5 pounds so I like to make the pulled pork and then freeze half of it for future recipes.  You can freeze it for up to 6 months in a freezer safe container.

    slow cooker pork loin

    After it is all shredded, top it with your favorite BBQ sauce.

    crockpot bbq pulled pork

    Then you can serve it however you want!  I love to have mine with some crispy keto coleslaw on top.  So good!

    Into easy Crockpot meals?  Check these out: Cube Steak Recipe, Crockpot Swedish Meatballs, Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce, Crockpot Chicken Fajitas, Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos, and Crack Chicken

     

    crockpot bbq pulled pork

    Crock Pot Pork Loin - BBQ Pulled Pork

    Only 3 ingredients needed for this easy crock pot pork loin. Make it shredded in the slow cooker with BBQ sauce. Low carb and keto friendly! 
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: gluten free, how to make pulled pork in the slow cooker
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 4 hours
    Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 206kcal
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    INGREDIENTS

    • 3-5 pound Pork loin
    • BBQ Rub
    • BBQ Sauce (Click here for the one I love)

    EQUIPMENT

    • Slow Cooker (Click here for the one I love)

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Place the pork loin in the crock pot and cover with BBQ rub and rub into the pork.  Flip to the other side and repeat.  Place the crockpot lid and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
    • When finished cooking, shred the pork directly in the crock pot.  Top with BBQ sauce and serve.

    WATCH HOW TO MAKE IT

    JENNIFER'S TIPS

    A 3 ounce portion of pork loin (without seasoning) is: 206 calories / 12g fat / 4.4g sat fat / 0 carbs / 23g protein
    Nutrition will vary depending on the brand of rub and BBQ sauce you use.
    Most pork loins are around 5 pounds so I like to make the pulled pork and then freeze half of it for future recipes.  You can freeze it for up to 6 months in a freezer safe container.

    NUTRITION

    Calories: 206kcal
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    1. Patrick McNees says

      June 29, 2022 at 5:21 am

      5 stars
      Add chopped onion to bottom of crock and top of dry rubbed roast. Sliced fresh jalapenos will add an extra kick to the finished product also.

      Reply
    2. Susie Jeroski says

      May 03, 2022 at 1:11 pm

      This looks delicious, I’m going to make it tomorrow. I went ahead and made the BBQ rub recipe you have the link for and I have a 6 pound pork loin roast. Do I use the entire amount of the BBQ rub? I don’t want to scrimp but also not overdue it. Your help appreciated! Thanks so much.

      Reply
    3. Katie says

      March 16, 2022 at 6:01 am

      5 stars
      Turned out wonderful. I did use real brown sugar in the bbq rub since we’re not low carb. I didn’t have quite enough time to cook on low the whole time so I did 1 hour on high and 6 on low. Meat fell apart and flavor was great even without bbq sauce. Definitely going to make again.

      Reply
    4. Shiela Bostelmann says

      January 18, 2022 at 12:43 pm

      Just made this rub, just put in crockpot. I cannot wait to eat dinner tonight! : ) will let you know later how I liked this. Thanks.

      Reply
    5. Joanne Hunt says

      October 04, 2021 at 2:48 pm

      5 stars
      Super simple and unbelievably tasty!

      Reply
    6. Christopher Zarza says

      September 27, 2021 at 8:20 am

      5 stars
      Excellent recipe. So inexpensive and delicious. Thank you.

      Reply
    7. Jill says

      September 07, 2021 at 8:11 pm

      5 stars
      BEST pulled pork I’ve ever eaten. Made as directed and it fell apart when I touched it with a fork. So flavourful and perfect texture. Didn’t have that “slow cooker flavour” at all. 10/10 thank you!!

      Reply
    8. Vicky says

      June 08, 2021 at 12:43 pm

      I’m making this now for my birthday tomorrow! It seems like it’s going to be AMAZING!

      Reply
    9. Drew says

      May 11, 2021 at 10:15 am

      5 stars
      This was delicious!!! Had a 1.5 lb pork loin and cooked for 8 hours on low. Didn’t add and sauce and it was so good! Definitely will be remaking this often! Thank you!

      Reply
    10. Lisa Petersen says

      April 16, 2021 at 8:17 pm

      I noticed there is liquid in the bottom of your crockpot when the loin is finished cooking. You started shredding it. Did you put water in the crockpot to cook in? Or is this just juices from the meat as it cooked?

      This looks amazing and I plan to make it soon!

      This low carb eating is new to me and I have been a little depressed about it. Felt like I was going to be deprived but have found you and I am feeling much better about this low carb adventure I am starting. Wish me luck….

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        April 21, 2021 at 10:43 am

        Yes, it’s the liquid from the meat. You’ve got this!

        Reply
    11. Tara says

      February 13, 2021 at 6:15 pm

      5 stars
      Awesome recipe! I added my BBQ sauce to the crock pot about 30 mins before serving. Very tasty recipe!

      Reply
    12. Kelly says

      February 07, 2021 at 9:46 am

      OMG, this was amazing! I only had season salt so I lightly sprinkled that on both sides of a 3.5 lb pork loin and cooked 8 hours on low. We don’t like the extra fat so just scraped that off after cooking and then pulled the pork. We served it without sauce (because that’s how we do it in North Carolina) and let people add their choice of sauce at the table. I highly recommend Lillie’s Smoky Barbecue Sauce (Memphis sweet) or Lillie’s Carolina Barbecue Sauce (Western North Carolina more vinegary sauce). The pork was delicious alone but these sauces put it over the top.

      Reply
    13. Mary L Kessinger says

      January 30, 2021 at 12:17 pm

      Tried this last month and was sooooo good!! Love using a leaner cut of meat. Making it again right now!
      Thanks!
      Mary

      Reply
    14. Linda says

      January 18, 2021 at 7:45 pm

      I have a piece of pork loin just 1 1/2 pounds. How long would I cook on low in crock pot for shredded pork?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 22, 2021 at 12:11 pm

        Same amount of time

        Reply
    15. Charity says

      November 24, 2020 at 3:55 pm

      This is a great recipe. My husband and I both loved it and we are making it again for Thanksgiving. We have a total of 10 people that will be at our house.

      Reply
    16. Capt. Melanie says

      November 24, 2020 at 11:20 am

      Didnt you have a recipe for texas homemade barbecue sauce , using ketchup on here at one time? I’ve been scearching for it

      Reply
    17. Shiela Bush says

      October 06, 2020 at 10:54 am

      sorry i said i had wrong. i have a bone in boston butt roast. can that be done in slow cooker? or too greasy?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        October 12, 2020 at 9:18 am

        That would be perfect for the slow cooker as the fat will melt after cooking for a long time

        Reply
    18. Teri Salsberry says

      September 29, 2020 at 8:10 pm

      Can you make this with pork roast? Im trying it tonight.

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        October 02, 2020 at 9:56 am

        Definitely!

        Reply
    19. Dayna says

      April 04, 2020 at 9:14 am

      5 stars
      A m a z I n g!!
      I’ve always made this recipe with a pork butt…and everytime I’ve said I think a lion would be better! What a relief to find this recipe and it’s even more amazing that it’s sooo delicious !! What a success!
      Thank you for sharing

      Reply
    20. Melissa Radwancky says

      February 23, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this and I have to say its scrumptious! Honestly I myself think the dry rub recipe makes the dish. I barely used any of the barbecue sauce ( I use the same sauce as stated) Whole famile enjoyef..ty!

      Reply
    21. Lauren says

      January 08, 2020 at 8:49 am

      How long would you cook it from frozen?? I freeze my meat after I get groceries and put the meat into the crock frozen. 8hrs low? 6hrs high??

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        January 08, 2020 at 9:09 am

        It really is not recommended to cook meat from frozen in the slow cooker as there’s the risk of harmful bacteria contaminating the meat before it reaches a safe temperature.

        Reply
    22. Holly says

      January 05, 2020 at 10:30 am

      What is the recipe for the rub?

      Reply
    23. Jimmy says

      December 01, 2019 at 9:05 pm

      Would you recommend increasing the cook time for an 8 lb pork loin?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        December 01, 2019 at 9:16 pm

        I think 8 hours on low should still be plenty of time

        Reply
        • Jimmy says

          December 02, 2019 at 10:06 am

          Alright, thank you, I will give it a try and test it!

    24. Del says

      November 10, 2019 at 7:05 pm

      Has anybody tried adding a liquid to the recipe? (Ex. Broth, soda, water… etc)

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        November 11, 2019 at 10:14 am

        You could but the pork releases a lot of liquid while cooking so it really isn’t necessary

        Reply
        • Jennifer says

          January 01, 2020 at 1:01 pm

          Do we drain the juice then shredded and add bbq or shred with juices included?

        • jenniferbanz says

          January 01, 2020 at 2:26 pm

          I shred with the juices but you could take it out and shred without the juices, then add some back to keep it moist.

    25. Carol says

      October 25, 2019 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      This is delish!!!!!!
      Perfect rub, so tasty.
      Happy to have found this recipe, and the fact it is made in a crock pot even better?

      Reply
    26. Cheryl says

      October 05, 2019 at 5:09 pm

      5 stars
      Just wow! I used your BBQ rub recipe which I will now make a go to. No need for BBQ sauce, it isn’t soooooo good. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    27. Heather says

      July 05, 2019 at 1:27 pm

      I have a one lb pork would you recommend doing this recipe in thirds? What about cooking time?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        July 06, 2019 at 8:32 am

        Yes, I would cut the recipe in thirds. I would check it after 2 hours on high and see if it will shred easily.

        Reply
    28. Taylor says

      June 27, 2019 at 9:41 pm

      Do you have to put any water in the crockpot?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        June 29, 2019 at 9:20 am

        Nope! The pork will release a lot of liquid

        Reply
    29. David L says

      May 27, 2019 at 10:16 am

      5 stars
      Mixing the rub was most ofvthe work. Too all of 10 minutes. 8 hours on low and the loin fell apart on its own. Flavors blended with bbq sauce perfectly. Just crazy easy and really good.

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        May 29, 2019 at 11:41 am

        So glad you liked it!

        Reply
      • Kelly says

        December 19, 2020 at 6:49 am

        I love an easy, delicious crockpot recipe and will be trying this today. Do you remove any of the fat from the pork loin before cooking?

        Reply
        • jenniferbanz says

          December 28, 2020 at 2:02 pm

          You can but it is a personal preference

    30. Noelle says

      April 05, 2019 at 11:44 am

      5 stars
      I love crock pot recipes, this looks amazing!

      Reply
    31. Taryn says

      April 05, 2019 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      I love how easy this pulled pork is! Thanks for a great recipe.

      Reply
    32. Samantha says

      March 03, 2019 at 8:50 am

      Do you add any vinegar or water when cooking it?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        March 03, 2019 at 1:50 pm

        It’s not needed. The pork will release a little of liquid as it cooks.

        Reply
    33. Lynne says

      February 26, 2019 at 10:48 pm

      Thanks for the great recipe! Do you have the recipe for your rub?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        February 27, 2019 at 11:34 am

        Here you go: https://jenniferbanz.com/the-best-bbq-rib-rub

        Reply

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