There is something irresistible about a warm pulled pork sandwich piled high with tender shredded pork, smoky bacon, and rich garlic flavor. These Garlic Bacon Pulled Pork Sandwiches combine everything you love about comfort food into one easy, satisfying meal.

The pork cooks low and slow until it becomes incredibly tender and easy to shred. As it cooks, the garlic infuses every bite with savory flavor while the bacon adds a delicious smoky richness that takes these sandwiches to the next level.

One of the best things about this recipe is how simple it is to prepare. Whether you’re feeding your family on a busy weeknight, hosting a game day party, planning a summer cookout, or looking for a meal that can serve a crowd, these sandwiches fit the bill perfectly.

Serve the pulled pork on soft toasted buns with coleslaw, pickles, and your favorite barbecue sauce for a meal that’s hearty, flavorful, and guaranteed to disappear quickly. Plus, leftovers store beautifully, making this recipe ideal for meal prep and easy lunches throughout the week.

If you’re looking for an easy slow cooker dinner that delivers big flavor with minimal effort, these Garlic Bacon Pulled Pork Sandwiches are about to become a new family favorite.

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Cook’s Notes:

• Toast the buns.
• Cook low and slow.
• Use freshly minced garlic.
• Let the pork rest before shredding.
• Save the cooking juices.
• If you use a fattier pork, remove some of the juices before adding the roast back in. You can add more of the juices back in as needed. You do not want the pork to be to juicy, it is going on a bun.

Best Toppings for Pulled Pork Sandwiches:

• Coleslaw
• Pickles
• Crispy onions
• Pepper jack cheese
• Jalapeños
• BBQ sauce
• Honey mustard
• Dill pickle chips

What To Serve With Pulled Pork Sandwiches:

1. Potato salad
2. Mac and cheese
3. Baked beans
4. French fries
5. Sweet potato fries
6. Corn on the cob
7. Pasta salad
8. Fruit salad

Variations:

• Spicy Pulled Pork-add some heat with some red pepper flakes
• Cheesy Pulled Pork-top the meat with some grated or a slice of cheese
• Hawaiian Pulled Pork-serve with a Hawaiian barbecue sauce and some pineapple to top the sandwiches
• Smoked Pulled Pork-Adding some liquid smoke to the slow cooker when cooking, will add a smokey flavor
• Pulled Pork Sliders-use slider rolls instead of buns for a great poolside snack or meal

Equipment Needed:

• Slow Cooker
• Tongs
• Forks For Shredding

Ingredients Needed For Garlic Bacon Pulled Pork Sandwiches:

• 3.5 pound pork loin or desired cut of pork, like a pork shoulder
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 1/2 cups bacon crumbles-or crispy bacon broken up more for topping
• 2 large cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• buns toasted, optional but good
• barbecue sauce to drizzle over the meat

Instructions For Garlic Bacon Pulled Pork Sandwiches:

1. Place the pork loin into a slow cooker and add the diced onion, minced garlic, brown sugar, salt, pepper and bacon crumbles.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
3. When the pork roast has reached in internal temperature of 145℉, remove from the slow cooker and let rest for 3 minutes.
4. Place the roast back into the slow cooker and shred it with the juices.
5. Serve on soft or toasted buns. Top the meat with desired amount of barbecue sauce and extra bacon pieces. Enjoy with fries, chips, a salad or other fruits and veggies.

Storage and Reheating:

• Refrigerator storage-can store leftover in the refrigerator for up to five days.
• Freezer storage-can freeze for up to six months.
• Microwave reheating-add a little water to the meat when re-hearing to put some moisture back in.
• Slow cooker reheating-can reheat in a slow cooker.

FAQs:

1. What cut of pork is best for pulled pork? I like to use a pork loin but, you can use a fattier meat=like the shoulder or butt
2. Can I make this ahead? Yes, you can make this ahead of time and freeze it or if it is just a day or two before you want to serve this recipe, just refrigerate.
3. Can I freeze pulled pork? Yes, this will store well in the freezer for up to six months.
4. Can I use an Instant Pot? Yes, just follow the liquid directions and cooking direction on your Instant Pot.
5. Can I double the recipe? Easy! This recipe only has a few ingredients and they are easy to double.
6. What buns work best? I like to use rolls, slider buns or hamburger buns.
7. Can I make it without bacon? Yes, you can leave out the bacon.
8. How do I keep pulled pork moist? Keep the juices and add them back in. Add some extra barbecue sauce or re-heat with some water.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Easy slow cooker meal
• Great for feeding a crowd-easy to double or triple
• Budget-friendly
• Excellent leftovers
• Freezer-friendly
• Perfect for game day
• Family-approved

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