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Slow Cooker Chipotle Copycat Carnitas

Easy Crock Pot Chipotle Copycat Carnitas

This Crock Pot Chipotle Copycat Carnitas recipe delivers tender, flavorful shredded pork with smoky spices and bright citrus, all made easily in the slow cooker. The pork cooks low and slow until it’s fall apart tender, then finishes under the broiler for those signature crispy edges. Perfect for tacos, bowls, meal prep, or feeding a crowd with minimal effort.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds Pork shoulder roast
  • 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 medium Yellow onion  diced
  • 4 Garlic cloves  minced
  • 1 large Jalapeno pepper
  • 2 Navel oranges

Instructions

  1. Combine the oregano, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

  2. Rub the seasoning all over the pork and place it into the slow cooker.

  3. Add the diced onion, garlic, and jalapeño around the pork. Squeeze the juice from both oranges over the top.

  4. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours, until the pork shreds easily with a fork.

  5. Shred the pork directly in the slow cooker and let it rest in the juices for 5 minutes.

  6. Spread some of the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes until crispy. Repeat as needed and serve hot.

Recipe Notes

  • Broiling adds the best crispy texture
  • Great for tacos, bowls, and meal prep
  • Easily adjustable for spice level
  • Freezer friendly and crowd approved