Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 90 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready for a mouthwatering, finger-licking, and lip-smacking good time with this Instant Pot Pulled Pork recipe!
Imagine tender, juicy pork that’s been slow-cooked to perfection in a sweet and savory spice rub, then smothered in your favorite BBQ sauce. It’s a match made in heaven, folks!
And the best part? This recipe is a total game-changer for busy days when you don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. The Instant Pot does all the hard work for you, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive into the world of pulled pork and get this party started!

First things first, you’ll need to prep that pork shoulder. Don’t worry, it’s easy peasy! Just trim any excess fat, if needed, and season with salt and pepper.
Next, mix up that spice rub. It’s a magical blend of brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Yes, it’s that simple!
Now, rub that spice mix all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly. Don’t be shy; get in there and make sure it’s fully covered.

Time to get that Instant Pot fired up! Press the “Saute” button and heat up some oil. Sear that pork shoulder until it’s nice and browned on all sides. This will add some serious flavor to your pulled pork.
Once it’s browned, add in some chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir it all up, then close that lid and set the valve to “Sealing”.
Now, it’s time to let the Instant Pot do its magic. Cook on high pressure for 90 minutes, then let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.

While the pork is cooking, you can prep your favorite sides. Coleslaw, anyone? Or maybe some crispy onion rings?
Once the pork is done, remove it from the Instant Pot and shred it with two forks. It should be tender and fall-apart easy.
Now, it’s time to add some of that delicious cooking liquid to the shredded pork. This will add so much flavor and moisture. Trust us, you won’t want to skip this step!

And that’s it! Your Instant Pot Pulled Pork is ready to devour. Serve it on a bun, with some crispy onions and pickles, or however you like it.
So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to indulge in some serious comfort food and make this recipe a staple in your household!

Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 pounds pork shoulder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- 1. Trim excess fat from pork shoulder and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper for the spice rub.
- 3. Rub spice mix evenly over the pork shoulder.
- 4. Press the "Sauté" button on the Instant Pot and heat up some oil.
- 5. Sear the pork shoulder until browned on all sides.
- 6. Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot.
- 7. Stir, close the lid, and set the valve to "Sealing".
- 8. Cook on high pressure for 90 minutes.
- 9. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
- 10. Remove the pork from the Instant Pot and shred with two forks.
- 11. Add some of the cooking liquid to the shredded pork.
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