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Jill McOwen
Updated June 10, 2025

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili

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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili combines the best flavors from both chili and pulled pork for a hearty meal that’s also perfect for tailgating.

If you like this recipe, check out my Easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili next!

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October is National Pork Month. But I don’t need a month to remind me to put pork on our dinner menu. Pork is an economical way to feed my family, plus it’s delicious and a lean protein choice too. These ground pork tacos are one of my favorite tacos ever. Pork isn’t a usual choice for tacos, but it should be. Pork should be a more popular choice for chili too. That’s what I’m proving today with this recipe for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili.

Close-up of pulled pork chili with a spoon in the bowl
The flavors in this chili are bold, with just enough heat from the chili powders and just enough sweetness from the BBQ sauce. I wanted to make a good “rub” for the pork, to season it while it slow cooks, before shredding it and creating a chili. The combination of ancho and chipotle chili powders, smoked paprika, garlic salt and little cayenne did the trick. I thought about adding some brown sugar, but the sweetness comes from the BBQ sauce so it wasn’t necessary. But it is necessary for you to try this Pulled Pork Chili right away!

Tips for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili:

  • Look for a small pork loin, just about 1 1/3 pounds. When shredding the pork, I was able to remove the obvious fat before putting it back into the chili. There wasn’t much!
  • Use your favorite BBQ sauce in this chili. I put a regional spin on my recipe by using Montgomery Inn Barbecue Sauce.
  • If you are opposed to cooking with alcohol, replace the 12 ounces of beer with chicken stock.
  • I like to top this chili with shredded cheddar cheese and Fritos. Serving it with some homemade cornbread would be great too.
  • I like a crockpot with a lid that seals, for transporting this chili for tailgating or watch parties at friends’ houses.
  • Want to see how Ohio farmers are raising their pigs? Visit HERE for a virtual field trip to an Ohio Pig Farm.

FAQ’s

What cut of pork do I use for pulled pork chili?

A small pork loin, about 1 1/3 pounds. When shredding the pork, I was able to remove the obvious fat before putting it back into the chili. There wasn’t much!

How long does it cook?

Cook the pork on LOW for 6 to 8 hours in a 6 or 8 quart slow cooker. Then shred it, return it to the sauce with the beans and corn, and heat on HIGH for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour.

Can I make it without beer?

Yes. If you are opposed to cooking with alcohol, replace the 12 ounces of beer with chicken stock.

What BBQ sauce do I use?

Use your favorite. I put a regional spin on my recipe by using Montgomery Inn Barbecue Sauce.

What do I serve with it?

I like to top this chili with shredded cheddar cheese and Fritos. Serving it with some homemade cornbread would be great too.

Storage Directions

Store leftover Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

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A bowl of slow cooker pulled pork chili
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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili combines the best flavors from both chili and pulled pork for a hearty meal that's also perfect for tailgating.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 311kcal
Author Jill McOwen

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 lbs pork loin
  • 1 yellow onion peeled and finely chopped
  • 15 oz petit cut diced tomatoes 1 can
  • 1 tbsp liquid smoke
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ancho chili powder
  • 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
  • 12 oz beer
  • 15 oz white cannellini beans 1 can, drained
  • 15 oz white corn 1 can, drained
  • Fritos and shredded cheddar cheese for serving

Instructions

  • Place the pork loin in a 6 or 8 quart slow cooker.
  • Top with the onions, tomatoes, liquid smoke, all the seasonings (salt through cayenne pepper), barbecue sauce and beer. Stir to combine.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook the pork on LOW for 6 - 8 hours.
  • Remove the pork loin to a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat. Remove any visible fat and discard.
  • Return the pulled pork to the sauce in the slow cooker. Add the drained beans and corn. Stir well to combine. 
  • Place the lid back on the slow cooker and heat on HIGH for at least 30 minutes - or up to 1 hour.
  • Serve the pulled pork chili topped with shredded cheddar cheese and Fritos.

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 1075mg | Potassium: 922mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 431IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 3mg

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  5. Tera Leiding says

    5 stars
    I had never made chili and pulled pork together…im anxious to try this ASAP!!☺☺It sounds delicious!!!

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  6. MaryB says

    Pork is a huge favorite in our house. Pulled pork and carnitas are high on the list, as is good old fashioned pork roast.

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  7. Margaret Naslund says

    5 stars
    Being a lifelong Midwestern, currently living in a semi-tropical environment, means at times the calendar dictates my food cravings such as ……….
    autumn months bring on the desire for slow cooker pulled pork chili ………….with Lots of Iced Tea! YUM!

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  11. Annette says

    5 stars
    I don’t have a lot of experience with pork, but one thing I’ve had success with is country ribs. I cook them in the slow cooker to make pulled pork.

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  13. Amy says

    4 stars
    This looks like an excellent idea for pork! I love pork bbq made with a pork loin, so I bet this will be awesome (as almost all your recipes are!).

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  16. Ben Myhre says

    5 stars
    Easy recipes are 10 times better when they are delicious! And this looks absolutely delicious. I am already a big fan of chili and pulled pork separately, so putting them together seems absolutely natural.

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  18. Adrianne says

    5 stars
    National Pork Month, I didn’t know this existed!! I love the sound of this recipe and you are right, it is great to have pork on your dinner menu for all of the reasons you listed. In Australia they have a saying about ‘getting pork on your fork!’, in a bid to eat less red meat and more lean proteins. Can’t wait to try your recipe!

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  19. Ginny says

    5 stars
    The slow cooker is my little darling year round. I love all of the chili and paprika you put into this for seasoning. Sounds delicious!

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