Low Fat Shredded BBQ Chicken
Satisfy your barbecue cravings guilt-free with this Low Fat Shredded BBQ Chicken recipe that's packed with bold flavors, yet easy on the calories. Made using lean, boneless chicken breasts and seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and tangy apple cider vinegar, this dish is simmered to perfection in low-sodium chicken broth for ultimate tenderness. A drizzle of low-sugar BBQ sauce ties all the flavors together for a zesty finish. Ready in under an hour, this versatile recipe is perfect for meal prep, sandwich fillings, or as a topping for salads and veggie bowls. Healthy, delicious, and simple to prepare, it's a comfort food classic reimagined for clean eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup low-sugar BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Start by trimming any excess fat off the chicken breasts to help maintain the low-fat characteristic of this dish.
In a large pot or a deep skillet, add the teaspoon of olive oil and heat over a medium-high setting.
Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts to the pot and sear them on both sides until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring that the chicken breasts are partially submerged.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to be shredded.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing the low-sugar BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt in a bowl.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the pot and pour the prepared BBQ sauce mixture over it.
Stir well to ensure all the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
Cover the pot again and let the chicken and sauce simmer together for an additional 8-10 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve the shredded BBQ chicken warm with your choice of sides or as a filling in your favorite dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2825 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 165.0 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1473 mg | 31% | |
*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.
