Easy Slow Cooker Pineapple Chipotle Pulled Pork
This Slow Cooker Pineapple Chipotle Pulled Pork is a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Sweet, smoky, and slightly spicy, it’s a versatile recipe that will become a family favorite!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 320kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 lbs 1.4 kg pork shoulder
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups fresh pineapple diced
- 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chopped
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Season the Pork: In a small bowl, mix cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over the pork shoulder.
- Assemble in Slow Cooker: Place chopped onion and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the seasoned pork shoulder on top. Pour in pineapple, chipotle peppers, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred and Serve: Remove the pork, shred it, and return it to the slow cooker to mix with the sauce. Serve hot.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust the number of chipotle peppers to control the heat.
- Make Ahead: This dish tastes even better the next day. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Substitutions: Use canned pineapple if fresh isn’t available.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve in tacos, sandwiches, or over rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 450mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g