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Cozy Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork Dinner Bowl with Easy Garlic Green Beans

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A comforting and easy slow-cooker pulled pork dinner bowl paired with quick sautéed garlic green beans, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Cooked rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes for serving
  • Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Rub the seasoning mix all over the pork shoulder, covering thoroughly.
  3. Place the seasoned pork shoulder into the slow cooker.
  4. Pour chicken broth around the pork, avoiding washing off the rub.
  5. Spoon barbecue sauce evenly over the pork.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until pork is fork-tender.
  7. Shred the pork with two forks or tongs directly in the slow cooker and mix with cooking juices.
  8. If sauce is too thin, turn slow cooker to high for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
  9. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  10. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  11. Add green beans and toss to coat; cook 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
  12. Season green beans with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  13. Assemble bowls by spooning cooked rice or mashed potatoes, topping with pulled pork and garlic green beans.
  14. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Notes

Trim excess fat from pork shoulder to avoid greasiness but leave some for flavor. Cook green beans just before serving to keep them crisp and vibrant. If sauce is thin after cooking, thicken by cooking on high for 15-20 minutes. For low-carb, substitute rice or potatoes with cauliflower rice or mashed cauliflower. Use gluten-free barbecue sauce for gluten-free meal. Pork loin can be used but cooks faster and may dry out if overcooked.

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