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Instant Pot Pulled Pork Dinner

This tender, fall-apart pulled pork is a total lifesaver for busy weeknights! Just season, pressure cook, and shred for the easiest dinner that'll have your family asking for seconds. Serve it on buns, over rice, or with your favorite sides for a cozy winter meal everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lb pork shoulder pork butt, cut into 3-4 large chunks
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
  • 8 hamburger buns for serving

Method
 

  1. Mix together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create a dry rub.
  2. Pat the pork chunks dry with paper towels and rub the spice mixture all over the meat, coating all sides.
  3. Pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot and place the seasoned pork pieces in the pot.
  4. Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 60 minutes.
  5. Allow natural pressure release for 15 minutes, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
  6. Remove pork from the pot and shred with two forks. Discard most of the cooking liquid, leaving about ΒΌ cup.
  7. Return shredded pork to the pot, stir in BBQ sauce, and let sit on the warm setting for 5 minutes to soak up the sauce. Serve on buns with coleslaw if desired.