BBQ Pulled Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly tender BBQ Pulled Chicken recipe, slow-cooked to perfection and infused with rich, smoky flavors. Featuring succulent boneless, skinless chicken breasts steeped in a tangy homemade BBQ sauce, enhanced by hints of brown sugar, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce, this recipe promises bold, crowd-pleasing taste in every bite. A base of sautéed onions and garlic adds aromatic depth, while the slow cooker locks in moisture for effortless shredding. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal cleanup, this dish is perfect for family gatherings, game day spreads, or hearty sandwiches served with coleslaw. Whether piled high on warm buns or paired with fresh sides, this easy BBQ Pulled Chicken will be your new favorite comfort food classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Add the sautéed onion and garlic mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
In a mixing bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and easily falls apart.
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker so it absorbs the sauce.
Serve the BBQ pulled chicken on hamburger buns, or with sides like coleslaw or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.3 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 4257 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.9 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.8 g | ||
| Protein | 293.0 g | 586% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 3426 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
