Low Sodium Pulled Barbecue Chicken
Transform your barbecue game with this irresistible Low Sodium Pulled Barbecue Chicken recipe, designed to deliver big flavor without the extra salt. Tender, succulent chicken breasts are slow-cooked to perfection in a homemade, low sodium barbecue sauce that combines tangy apple cider vinegar, smoky paprika, and a touch of natural sweetness from molasses and honey. This heart-healthy dish requires minimal prep time and lets the slow cooker do the work, making it perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve this mouthwatering pulled chicken on whole wheat buns, wraps, or atop a crisp salad for a lighter yet satisfying meal. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or simply craving a wholesome twist on a classic favorite, this recipe is a delicious, guilt-free choice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup tomato paste (no salt added)
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (low sodium)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the low sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, molasses, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Mix well.
Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, ensuring that they are well coated.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce.
Allow the chicken to soak in the sauce on low heat for an additional 15-20 minutes.
Serve the pulled barbecue chicken on whole wheat buns, in wraps, or over a bed of greens for a low sodium meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 244 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 47.9 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 649 mg | 14% | |
*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.
