An easy Southern favorite, this Instant Pot pulled pork is so authentic and full of flavor, you’ll feel like you’re in Texas .
It’s made simple thanks to some help from the Instant Pot. We start with pork loin, barbecue, apple cider vinegar, and spices. When it’s done, the delicious, tender shredded pork gets more BBQ before being made into sliders.
Instant Pot pulled Pork:
My dear friend lives in Texas, and any time I head down for a visit, I can’t wait to eat all the Southern BBQ. It’s so delicious that I crave it all the time. Pulled pork sliders with extra barbecue poured on top is my favorite.
Today, I’ll be sharing a simple homemade Instant Pot pulled pork that you’ll love creating at home — it’s the best. It’s so easy and quick to make and offers a great big flavor along with tender, juicy shredded pork.
With a little help from the Instant Pot, you’ll have a meal on your hands that is a great option for a busy weeknight dinner or take along to a potluck.
If you’re doing keto and looking for a healthy version, you can keep this low-carb by omitting the sugar and leaving it off the buns. You could also use the Instant Pot to cook your pork loin and make carnitas for tacos instead of adding barbecue sauce. Everyone loves this easy crockpot shredded beef as well. The possibilities are endless!
Instant Pot Pulled Pork Ingredients
- 4 lbs pork tenderloin, quartered
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups hickory BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons Paprika
- 3 teaspoons onion powder
- 3 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
Some recipes call for Dr. Pepper, Sweet Baby Ray’s or to make with Coke. I love this homemade, from scratch recipe — I think it offers the most authentic, classic flavor.
How to Make Pulled Pork in an Instant Pot
Begin by greasing your Instant Pot with olive oil, then place pork pieces in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
Mix the BBQ sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl.
Sift all seasoning together in a separate small bowl.
Pour sauce and seasoning mixes over pork in Instant Pot.
Add apple cider vinegar and chicken broth.
Place and lock lid then set the valve to sealing.
Instant Pot Pulled Pork Cooking Time
Press Manual, set to High pressure for 1 hour. Allow to naturally release for 10 minutes.
Carefully release any remaining pressure by turning the valve to venting.
More Tips for making Instant Pot Pulled Pork:
Remove cooked pork to a cutting board and shred. I prefer to use two large forks.
While shredding, reduce the remaining liquid in the instant pot by half by turning on the saute function and simmering for approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the pork back to remaining liquid, stir well to combine, then serve on buns.
How to Reheat
If you happen to have leftovers, you can heat it on the stove, in the microwave, or the oven easily without drying it out.
Be sure to save the leftover sauce and warm it with the sauce to keep the meat juicy and moist.
You’ll love how delicious and easy this Instant Pot pulled pork is!
More Instant Pot Recipes
- INSTANT POT DINNERS: Instant Pot Turkey | Instant Pot Chili | Instant Pot Pot Roast | Instant Pot Lasagna | Instant Pot Beef Stew | Instant Pot Mac & Cheese
- INSTANT POT SIDE DISHES: Instant Pot Brown Rice | Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
- INSTANT POT APPETIZERS: Instant Pot Little Smokies | Instant Pot Chicken Wings
- INSTANT POT DESSERTS: Instant Pot Cheesecake
Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Ingredients
- 4 lbs pork tenderloin quartered
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups hickory BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons Paprika
- 3 teaspoons onion powder
- 3 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Grease Instant Pot with Olive oil
- Place pork pieces to bottom of Instant Pot
- Mix BBQ sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl
- Sift all seasoning together in a separate small bowl
- Pour sauce and seasoning mixes over pork in Instant Pot
- Add apple cider vinegar and chicken broth
- Place and lock lid
- Set valve to sealing
- Press Manual, set to High pressure for 1 hour
- Allow to naturally release for 10 minutes
- Carefully release and remaining pressure by turning the valve to venting
- Remove cooked pork to a cutting board and shred
- While shredding, reduce the remaining liquid in the instant pot by half by turning on the saute function and simmering for approximately 15 minutes, stir occasionally
- Add pork back to remaining liquid, stir well to combine
- Serve on buns
Nutrition
YES!!! My mouth is watering just thinking about this. One of my favorites!