Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

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These Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas are tender, juicy, and packed with bold, citrusy flavor!

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The pork cooks low and slow until it's fall-apart tender, then gets finished with a quick broil for those irresistible, crispy edges.

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These carnitas are perfect for serving with your favorite tacos, bowls, salads, or nachos and require minimal effort to make!

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To make, pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the oregano, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over all sides of the pork.

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Add the onion, garlic, orange juice, lime juice, and chicken stock to the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the seasoned pork on top.

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Cover and cook: Low: 8–10 hour or High: 5–6 hours. The pork should be extremely tender and shred easily with a fork.

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Transfer the pork to a large bowl or cutting board and shred using two forks. Discard excess fat if desired and keep all liquid.

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Preheat your oven broiler to high. Line a large baking sheet with foil. Spread the shredded pork evenly on the baking sheet. Spoon about 1/2–3/4 cup of the cooking liquid over the meat to keep it juicy.

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Broil for 5–7 minutes, watching closely, until the edges begin to brown and crisp.

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Serve these crispy pork carnitas as tacos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, nachos, or your meal prep for the week!

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