High Protein Pulled Barbecue Chicken
Elevate your mealtime with this High Protein Pulled Barbecue Chicken recipe, a perfect choice for a wholesome and flavorful dish. Seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, and slow-cooked in a tangy mix of barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth, this dish delivers bold barbecue flavors and tender, juicy chicken that shreds effortlessly. Ideal for meal prep or family dinners, this protein-packed recipe is cooked low and slow in a crockpot, ensuring maximum ease and taste. Serve it hot on sandwiches, tacos, or alongside your favorite side dishes for a nourishing and delicious meal that is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mix evenly over the chicken breasts, coating them well.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, sear the chicken breasts for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are browned. This will lock in the juices and flavor.
In a slow cooker, pour in the chicken broth, barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
Add the seared chicken breasts to the slow cooker and ensure they are submerged in the sauce.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and easily shredable with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauce, ensuring every piece is well-coated.
Allow the chicken to absorb the sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes on low heat before serving.
Serve the pulled barbecue chicken hot on sandwiches, tacos, or alongside your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 4939 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.4 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.3 g | ||
| Protein | 286.7 g | 573% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 3219 mg | 68% | |
*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.
