The BEST Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork and Coleslaw Sandwiches Recipe (2024)

This recipe for Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork sandwiches is SO easy and the crunchy, creamy coleslaw takes it over the top! This is the perfect recipe to make for parties with friends and family because it makes a ton.

I have always liked a good BBQ pulled pork sandwich, but it wasn’t until recently that I discovered what takes pulled pork sandwiches to a new level: COLESLAW!

Whenever we have a huge family gathering, it seems that we always serve some type of BBQ pulled pork. It is simple to make, it can make enough to feed a small army, in a family dinner and it’s always a hit.

How have I never tried this before?! It’s the perfect combination!

I don’t think that I can ever go back to just a plain BBQ pulled pork sandwich ever again . . .

Best part about this recipe? It’s so easy to make.

Related Recipe: The slow cooker does all the work with this Ranch Pork Roast recipe. This family favorite dish is so easy to make.

How to make BBQ pulled pork in the slow cooker:

Even without the coleslaw, this recipe is easy and delicious.

It literally takes 5 minutes to prep and requires simple ingredients. The main question people ask is what kind of cut to use for the pork- you can use a boneless pork shoulder or pork butt.

From there, just follow these easy steps:

1. In a small bowl, mix together seasonings and rub on the outside of the pork shoulder roast. Place pork roast in slow cooker.
2. Pour beef broth or chicken broth around the bottom of the slow cooker (don’t pour it directly on the roast or it will rinse off all the seasonings).
3. Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours (or high heat for 5-6, but I feel like the pork is more tender if you cook it on low for long time).
4. Shred the tender pork meat with 2 forks or with meat claws and pour in a bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce. Mix all together and serve on a bun with coleslaw.

What is the best BBQ sauce to use in this BBQ Pulled Pork and Coleslaw Recipe?

It really is completely up to you! You can make your own barbecue sauce in your favorite way. I really like Sweet Baby Ray’s Original BBQ sauce, but my husband prefers Famous Dave’s Devil’s Spit (it’s a little too hot for me and the kids, so I make him add it to his individual portion).

If you want to make a bottle of plain store-bought BBQ sauce taste a little better, add this to it:

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 teaspoons molasses
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce

Place bottled sauce and brown sugar in a large saucepan. You can add red pepper flakes or chili powder for extra heat. Let mixture come to a slight boil. No extra cooking liquid is needed. Reduce heat and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add ketchup, molasses, cider vinegar, onion powder, and hot sauce. Stir through and let simmer for 5 to 6 more minutes.Even with the smell, your taste buds will be stimulated for a while.

Remove from heat and use. If making ahead of time, cool sauce to room temperature and place into an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up 5 days after preparation.

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What to serve with these Pulled Pork sandwiches:

• Mom’s Potato Salad
• Mom’s Baked Beans
• Easy Pasta Salad
• Raspberry Fluff Jello Salad
• Mom’s Frog Eye Salad

Serves: 12

The BEST Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork and Coleslaw Sandwiches Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This recipe for Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork sandwiches is SO easy and the crunchy, creamy coleslaw takes it over the top!

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoons paprika
• 1½ Tablespoons salt
• 1½ Tablespoons pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 4 pound pork shoulder butt roast boneless or bone in
• 1 cup beef broth
• 18 ounces BBQ Sauce 1 bottle
• 12 hamburger buns

Coleslaw

• 5 cups shredded coleslaw mix (from the produce section)
• 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup light mayonnaise
• ¼ cup white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon celery seed
• 3 Tablespoons sugar (more or less depending on how sweet you prefer)
• salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

• Spray slow cooker with a little bit of non-stick cooking spray or olive oil.

• In a small saucepan, mix together seasonings (paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dry mustard) and rub on the outside of the pork roast. Take a larger roast. Place pork roast in slow cooker.

• Pour beef broth around the bottom of the slow cooker (don't pour it directly on the roast or it will rinse off all the seasonings).

• Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours (or high heat for 5-6, but I feel like the pork is more tender if you cook it on low).

• Shred the meat with 2 forks and pour in a bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce. Mix all together and serve on a bun with coleslaw.

• To make the coleslaw, combine coleslaw, cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. In a smaller bowl, make dressing by combining mayonnaise, vinegar, celery seed, sugar, salt and pepper. Toss dressing into cabbage mixture and let chill until ready to serve.

Notes

• This easy pork sandwich recipe is best for busy weeknights, or even for a hot summer days party.
• Any BBQ sauce will work in this recipe. I really likeSweet Baby Ray’s Original BBQ sauce, but my husband prefersFamous Dave’s Devil’s Spit(it’s a little too hot for me and the kids, so I make him add it to his individual portion).

Nutrition

Calories: 406 kcal · Carbohydrates: 48 g · Protein: 24 g · Fat: 13 g · Saturated Fat: 3 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 65 mg · Sodium: 1823 mg · Potassium: 608 mg · Fiber: 3 g · Sugar: 22 g · Vitamin A: 2085 IU · Vitamin C: 20 mg · Calcium: 130 mg · Iron: 3 mg

Equipment

• Slow Cooker

• Small Mixing Bowl

• Large Mixing Bowl

Recipe Details

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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Coleslaw recipe adapted from Food Network

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