Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Hi, I’m Brooke! You have probably seen me on Social Media as Meals and Munchies. I’m a busy stay at home mom who loves sharing easy, family-friendly meals that come together fast—because let’s be honest, we don’t always have time for complicated. Whether you’re chasing toddlers, working from home, or just trying to get dinner on the table after work without a fuss, you’re in the right place. Meals and Munchies is where I share real-life recipes that are quick, comforting, and made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Easy recipes for every day life- let’s get cooking!Slow cooker meals are my secret weapon for stress-free days. These set-it-and-forget-it recipes are perfect for busy every day life. Simply toss in the ingredients into your slow cooker, and dinner’s done by the time the day winds down. They’re comforting, flavorful, and made to fit real-life schedules.This pulled pork grilled cheese sandwich is the ultimate comfort food mash-up. Tender, slow-cooked pork tenderloin is seasoned with BBQ rub and smothered in tangy barbecue sauce, then piled high between layers of melted white cheddar cheese and crispy, golden-grilled bread. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or game day, this easy Crockpot recipe brings together the smoky flavor of pulled pork with the gooey goodness of a classic grilled cheese. Make it ahead for meal prep or enjoy it fresh off the skillet—either way, it’s a cheesy, savory sandwich that hits the spot every time.
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
- 1 Stand or Hand Mixer
- 1 Griddle Pan
Ingredients
- 2 lb Pork Tenderloin
- BBQ Rub, to taste
- Pork Rub, to taste
- 2 1/2 cups BBQ Sauce
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1/2 Onion, sliced
- Bread, sliced
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise, per sandwich
- 4-6 slices White Cheddar Cheese, per sandwich
Instructions
- Lightly grease your Crockpot.
- Place the pork tenderloin in the Crockpot. Season generously with BBQ rub or your preferred pork seasoning.
- Pour in about 1½ cups of BBQ sauce and a splash of water. Layer the sliced onions on top of the pork.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours, until the pork is tender and pulls apart easily.
- Remove the pork from the Crockpot and shred it using a hand mixer, or a stand mixer. As you shred, mix in about 1 cup of additional BBQ sauce for added moisture and flavor.
- Spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice (this helps create a crispy, golden crust). On the other side, layer white cheddar cheese slices and a generous scoop of the pulled pork. Drizzle a bit more BBQ sauce over the pork, then top with another few slices of cheese and the second slice of bread (mayo side out).
- Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich on the griddle and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, flipping once (about 3–4 minutes per side).
- Slice in half and serve hot.
Yum!
I’m such a huge fan of anything grilled cheese😅
You were actually the inspiration for me to start doing this with my leftovers of pulled pork from nights before, but I usually substitute the pork with chicken.
I’ve been craving this for a couple weeks.. might have to make some soon!
@browsingtheuniverse
Just found this recipe!! Going to pair it with the your chili recipe for our bbq potluck next week!!!!
Super easy comfort food that everyone loves! Keeping in my rotation and I took it to a bbq & it was a big hit!