Low Sodium Pulled Chicken
Elevate your mealtime with this flavorful and healthy Low Sodium Pulled Chicken recipe, perfect for those seeking a heart-smart yet satisfying dish. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts are infused with a vibrant blend of spices like paprika, onion powder, and cumin, then slowly cooked to perfection in a rich tomato-based sauce featuring apple cider vinegar, honey, and low sodium chicken broth. With minimal prep and a hands-off cooking style in the slow cooker, this recipe makes dinner effortless while delivering maximum flavor. Serve this juicy, shredded chicken on whole wheat buns, folded into tacos, or alongside fresh coleslaw for a wholesome and versatile meal that’s sure to delight. Packed with bold taste and simple, nutritious ingredients, it’s the ultimate solution for a low sodium diet without compromising on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, ground black pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated with the spices.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. This helps to lock in the juices and enhance flavor.
Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a slow cooker.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, low sodium chicken broth, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
Cover the slow cooker and cook the chicken on low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is fork-tender and fully cooked.
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it well with the sauce.
Serve the pulled chicken warm on your choice of whole wheat buns, tacos, or as a main dish accompanied by side dishes such as coleslaw or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.6 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 1502 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 289.0 g | 578% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3405 mg | 72% | |
*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.
