Keto Pulled Barbecue Chicken
Savor the smoky, tangy goodness of Keto Pulled Barbecue Chicken, a mouthwatering slow-cooker recipe perfect for low-carb lovers. This dish features tender, seasoned chicken breasts bathed in a rich, sugar-free BBQ sauce, infused with the bold flavors of paprika, garlic, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick. Cooked to perfection over four hours, the chicken becomes irresistibly juicy and easy to shred. Ideal for meal prep or a hearty family dinner, this keto-friendly barbecue pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice, low-carb wraps, or lettuce cups for a guilt-free feast. Simple, flavorful, and packed with protein, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving indulgent BBQ without the carbs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 cup Sugar-free BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then evenly coat with the spice mixture.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
In a separate bowl, combine the sugar-free BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth.
Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.
Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the BBQ sauce.
Let the shredded chicken soak in the sauce for an additional 30 minutes on warm or low setting.
Serve hot, either as is or with keto-friendly breads or wraps as a sandwich alternative.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.2 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 5679 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 284.1 g | 568% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2573 mg | 55% | |
*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.
