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May 18, 2016

Skinny Crockpot BBQ Pulled Pork

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Skinny Crockpot Barbecue Pulled Pork: Love pulled pork but don’t want all the fat? Try this easy recipe for skinny slow cooker BBQ pulled pork and serve it on top of buns, in a salad or as a pizza topping!

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skinny crockpot recipe for pulled pork

Lately, I’ve been noticing ridiculously inexpensive pork roasts on sale at the store. Like $1.59 per pound. They are pork sirloin tip roasts and are very lean. I’ve found them at Costco and and Smith’s. Anyhow, I bought a package that had about 6 pounds in it and divided it up into 3 separate freezer bags. That way it’s ready to go in the portion that I need it.

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low fat recipe for bbq pulled pork in the slow cooker

I wanted to try the good old standby of bbq shredded pork in the slow cooker with this particular cut of meat to see if it would work. What I found out is that it does work. This is how I did it!

pork sirloin tip roast in the crockpot

Start by cutting a 2 lb roast into 4 or 5 equal pieces and placing them in a slow cooker that has been filled with some chicken broth and onions. I used a couple of cups of broth but next time I may use more. The liquid is key in this recipe to keeping the very lean piece of meat moist. I seasoned the meat with liquid smoke, salt and pepper and garlic powder. Nothing too crazy.

low fat shredded pork in the crockpot

After many hours the meat will be tender and you’ll be able to shred it. I like to reserve the juices in the crockpot and pour a bit over the top of the meat to keep it from drying out. I also like to add BBQ sauce to the meat to give it some moisture and some flavor. I have really liked the Sweet Baby Ray’s brand lately. But use whatever you prefer or better yet make your own bbq sauce from scratch.

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pulled pork recipe in the crockpot using pork loin

We served our BBQ pulled pork on PIZZA and it was absolutely amazing. I just used the little pitas as crusts, swirled some sauce on, topped with mozzarella and the pork. Simply amazing and took me about 5 minutes to bake. Another idea is to serve this low fat pork over salad. BBQ pork salads are so good and a perfect summer meal. Of course, you can always make a good old pulled pork sandwich too. However you serve, it I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!


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skinny crockpot recipe for pulled pork

Skinny Crockpot BBQ Pulled Pork


  • Author: 365 Days of Slow Cooking
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
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A low-fat recipe for bbq pulled pork. Perfect for sandwiches, salads or pizza!


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs pork sirloin tip roast
  • 2–3 cups chicken broth (enough so that meat is mostly submerged in it)
  • 1 onion, sliced into quarters
  • 2 tsp liquid smoke
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup (or to taste) Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Cut the pork into 4 or 5 equal pieces. Place in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth. It should mostly cover the meat. Place the onions around the meat.
  3. Drizzle liquid smoke over the meat and then sprinkle with kosher salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours, or until meat is very tender. If you’re home and able, turn the meat over halfway through.
  5. Remove the meat and place on a cutting board. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Pour the juices and onion out of the slow cooker but reserve about 1 cup of the juices.
  7. Shred the meat and then put it back into the slow cooker. Pour in reserved juices so that the meat is moist.
  8. Stir in desired amount of BBQ sauce.
  9. Serve meat on top of buns, on a salad or on top of pizza.

Notes

I use my 6 quart slow cooker for this recipe.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings

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Serve this recipe with crockpot cornbreadย and crockpot cheesy corn and peppers. And you can always make your own hamburger buns (in 40 minutes) if you’re serving the shredded pork as sandwiches.

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11 Comments Filed Under: 6 or More Hours, Pork, Healthy, Summer, Slow Cooker Tagged With: 5 stars

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  1. Jayme Hardy says

    August 15, 2019 at 2:35 pm

    How would I convert this recipe if I wanted to do it in my pressure cooker? Thanks! You’re always my go to for recipes!

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    • Karen says

      August 16, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      I would use the same recipe and cook for 30 minutes in pressure cooker with a full natural pressure release.

      Reply
  2. Cheryl Duchnowski says

    June 14, 2017 at 6:07 am

    Where is the nutrition chart for this recipe?

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  3. Jennifer says

    December 2, 2016 at 2:44 am

    The recipe is very simple. The food is very delicious. Thanks

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  4. Michaela says

    June 16, 2016 at 9:27 pm

    We love crock pot meals like this in the summer — no heating up the kitchen, and dinner is quick, simple and delicious!

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  5. Frost says

    May 25, 2016 at 6:14 am

    I’m a powerlifter, also a college student, I bought a slow cooker and follow your recipes, it saved lots of time! I can easily prepare my protein and fat, mix it with carbs, it’s so easy ! So delicious ! I will my chalky chicken breast anymore! Thanks a lot !

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    • Frost says

      May 25, 2016 at 6:15 am

      I will not eat my chalky chicken breast anymore. LOL

      Reply
      • Karen says

        May 31, 2016 at 9:46 pm

        haha!!

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    • Karen says

      May 31, 2016 at 9:46 pm

      wow, that is so cool! I love it ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  6. Liz says

    May 23, 2016 at 11:57 am

    Thank you – sounds nice and easy too.

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    • Karen says

      May 23, 2016 at 12:54 pm

      Yep!

      Reply

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