Indulge in the smoky, tangy flavor of Sugar-Free Pulled BBQ Chicken, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are slow-cooked to tender perfection in a homemade sugar-free BBQ sauce made with stevia or erythritol, sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and a dash of liquid smoke for an authentic barbecue flair. This low-carb and keto-friendly recipe is ideal for health-conscious eaters looking for delicious, guilt-free meal options. Serve this flavorful pulled chicken on whole wheat buns, in crisp lettuce wraps, or paired with your favorite sides for a satisfying and crowd-pleasing dish. With minimal prep and the ease of a slow cooker, this delectable recipe is as simple as it is wholesome!
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
In a slow cooker, place the seasoned chicken breasts and drizzle olive oil over them.
In a bowl, prepare the BBQ sauce by mixing sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and stevia or erythritol until well combined.
Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
Stir well to ensure the shredded chicken is evenly coated with the BBQ sauce.
Serve the pulled BBQ chicken on whole wheat buns, lettuce wraps, or as desired.
Calories |
1415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 5788 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 218.2 g | 436% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2690 mg | 57% | |
*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.