BBQ Bacon Pulled Pork

Make the best BBQ Bacon Pulled Pork in 5 easy steps with simple ingredients like barbecue sauce, onions, bacon, and of course you'll need pork!

I love simple pork recipes that burst with great flavor and these pork sandwiches do that when you combine pork and bacon all in one shredded pork recipe. You can even learn how to do this in the Instant Pot too to avoid hours of slow cooking.

So if you are looking for new recipes to make, or maybe just an easy recipe to cook this weekend in the crock pot, give this recipe a try with your favorite BBQ sauce and toppings!

Recipe Ingredient Notes:

Pork roast
Bbq sauce
Coca Cola
Onion chopped
Bacon bits
Hamburger buns

How to make BBQ Bacon Pulled Pork:

Place pork roast in the slow cooker and put onions on top of the pork roast. Pour 1 cup of BBQ sauce on top of the roast, then pour on Coca-Cola.
Cook on low for 8 hours or until it is fall apart tender.
Shred pork and add bacon bits.
Mix well and let the bacon bits get warmed through.
Serve on Buns

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of pork cut do you use for pulled pork?

When we make this pork recipe, we tend to stick to a 4-5 lb pork tenderloin or roast. However, you can also use a pork shoulder as well, especially if you already have one ready to go!

How do you add flavor to pulled pork?

If your pulled pork seems to be a bit too sweet, you can always add a little bit of apple cider vinegar or liquid smoke to cut the sweetness a bit, or even a little bit of hot sauce or smoked paprika if you enjoy a little kick in the dish. However, I would avoid using anything like soy sauce or coconut aminos as it might make the pulled pork too salty.

What toppings do you serve with pulled bacon and pork sandwiches?

You can get as simple or as fancy as you desire! Popular toppings include the following: green onions, cheddar cheese, full size pieces of bacon, coleslaw, BBQ sauce, and more! If serving a crowd, a great way is to set up a toppings bar and let everyone pick out what they like best.

Can you cook pulled pork on high?

We don’t recommend it. Pork is the most tender when cooked on low. If you want a quicker option, try our Instant Pot Pulled Pork Recipe.

Serving Suggestions

These BBQ Bacon Pulled Pork sandwiches pair well with the following side dishes:

BBQ Bacon Pulled Pork Recipe

A delicious twist on BBQ pulled pork. You will love the bacon bits and the added flavor it brings to the pork recipe.

12 servings

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 10

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Ingredients

Equipment

Instructions

Place Pork Roast on the Slow Cooker and put onions on top of the pork roast. Pour 1 cup of BBQ sauce on top of the roast, then pour on Coca Cola.
Cook on low for 8 hours
Shred pork and add bacon bits.
Mix well and let the bacon bits get warmed through.
Serve on Buns

Notes

Storage Tip: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 425 kcal · Carbohydrates: 39 g · Protein: 42 g · Fat: 10 g · Saturated Fat: 3 g · Cholesterol: 95 mg · Sodium: 710 mg · Potassium: 704 mg · Fiber: 2 g · Sugar: 15 g · Vitamin A: 54 IU · Vitamin C: 2 mg · Calcium: 103 mg · Iron: 3 mg

Cuisine: American

Cost: $20

Author: Steph Loaiza

Course: Main Course

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Questions & Reviews

Ron says:

Can this be done in Instant Pot? if yes how any minutes? Thanks!
Cyd says:

Here is a post we did on converting recipes to the Instant Pot. https://www.sixsistersstuff.com/how-to-convert-recipes-into-instant-pot-recipes/
Cris says:

This sounds amazing! Do you have a suggestion for what I can use besides Coke? I'm sensitive to an ingredient in it. Would I want a different fizzy beverage?
Steph @ Six Sisters says:

Any non-diet dark soda would work (Dr. Pepper or even root beer would work!)