Crockpot Pulled Chicken

Holiday & Special OccasionsCrockpot Pulled Chicken

Crockpot Pulled Chicken

This tender and juicy pulled chicken is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or salads, made effortlessly in the slow cooker.

Servings: 6 | Cook Time: 240 minutes

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 250 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a bowl, combine barbecue sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add sauce to chicken: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  6. Mix with sauce: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce. Let it cook for an additional 10 minutes on low.

Tips

  • For extra flavor, sear the chicken breasts in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker.
  • Adjust the barbecue sauce or add hot sauce for a spicier version.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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