The Best Instant Pot Pulled Pork Recipe

By: Kristen Yard

Craving a juicy pulled pork sandwich, but short on time? This flavorful Instant Pot pulled pork recipe is so quick and easy, you will have dinner on the table in no time!

Pulled pork is the perfect combo of savory and sweet! Served on a yummy bun with cabbage and coleslaw, my family fights for the last Instant Pot pulled pork sandwich, every time! 

I have made pulled pork recipes, both the traditional way, and with my Instant Pot, and the Instant Pot wins every time, as far as superior flavor and saved time goes! 

Spend less time in the kitchen, and more time around the table with your family enjoying this delicious Instant Pot pulled pork recipe!

How To Make Instant Pot Pulled Pork Recipe

This is hands down the easiest pork recipe you will ever make! 

Not only does the Instant Pot shave off a ton of time, it also keeps your cooking healthier, and I swear it makes the pork juicier, and it packs all of the different flavors into the meat.

The Instant Pot will also keep the meat warm if you are serving it at a party.

This Instant Pot Pulled Pork Recipe: 

• Serves: 4-6 

• Prep Time: 10 minutes 

• Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

The ingredients needed for pulled pork are so simple! You just need: pork roast, spices, brown sugar, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, oil, & salt!

Ingredients – Instant Pot Pulled Pork:

• 3-4 pound pork roast, shoulder or butt, cut into 4 chunks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth 
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 

Dry Rub

• 3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
• 3 teaspoons kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes, depending on taste
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Serving

• BBQ Sauce 
• Coleslaw
• Red Cabbage

Instructions – Instant Pot Pulled Pork:

Combine all those beautiful spices together!

Step 1

It’s best if the pork is room temperature before cooking.

This is your dry rub that will pack a mean flavor punch!

Step 2

Add spices to a large bowl and whisk together.

Cover your pork in the dry rub spices.

Step 3

Add pork to the bowl and toss until well coated.

Step 4

Turn Instant Pot to saute setting and add olive oil until hot.

Next, add olive oil and your seasoned pork to your Instant Pot.

Step 5

Add pork and brown on all sides, about 2 minutes for each side. Once all the pieces of pork are browned remove and set aside.

A wooden spoon works best for the deglazing process!

Step 6

Add the chicken broth and deglaze the bottom of the pot, scrapping with a wooden spoon. Add the apple cider vinegar and mix together.

Look at those gorgeous, golden hunks of meat! Can’t you just taste your sandwich already?!

Step 7

Place the chinks of pork into the pot and pressure cook on high pressure for 60 minutes with a 15 minute natural release. Manually release any remaining pressure.

Step 8

Remove pork to a large platter or bowl and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes and shred with 2 forks.

Step 9

Add BBQ sauce if you desire.

Look at that amazing sandwich! Serve with BBQ sauce, coleslaw, cabbage… the possibilities are endless!

Can You Freeze Leftover Pulled Pork?

Yes! Thats the best way to store your pulled pork leftovers to keep them even longer! 

Make sure the pork is  cooled all the way, and then place in airtight freezer containers or freezer bags.

Pulled pork can be frozen for up to 3-4 days if refrigerated, but up to 6 months if stored in the freezer.

**Be sure to store properly!

Yield: Serves 4-6

Pulled pork sandwiches are a classic! This party hit always goes over well, and is made even easier, thanks to the Instant Pot!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 3-4 pound pork roast, shoulder or butt, cut into 4 chunks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• Dry Rub:
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
• 3 teaspoons kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes, depending on taste
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Serving:
• BBQ Sauce
• Coleslaw
• Red Cabbage

Instructions

1. It’s best if the pork is room temperature before cooking.
2. Add spices to a large bowl and whisk together.
3. Add pork to the bowl and toss until well-coated.
4. Turn Instant Pot to saute setting and add olive oil until hot.
5. Add pork and brown on all sides, about 2 minutes for each side. Once all the pieces of pork are browned remove and set aside.
6. Add the chicken broth and deglaze the bottom of the pot, scrapping with a wooden spoon. Add the apple cider vinegar and mix together.
7. Place the chinks of pork into the pot and pressure cook on high pressure for 60 minutes with a 15 minute natural release. Manually release any remaining pressure.
8. Remove pork to a large platter or bowl and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes and shred with 2 forks.
9. Add BBQ sauce if you desire.

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