Vegan BBQ Pulled Chicken
Get ready to indulge in the smoky, tangy, and utterly satisfying flavors of this *Vegan BBQ Pulled Chicken* made with tender, shredded jackfruit! Perfect for BBQ lovers looking for a plant-based twist, this recipe transforms canned young green jackfruit into a savory, meaty texture seasoned with smoked paprika, chili powder, and a rich vegan BBQ sauce. Cooked to perfection in a blend of flavorful vegetable broth and spices, this dish is a breeze to prepare in just 50 minutes. Pile the saucy, melt-in-your-mouth jackfruit onto toasted burger buns and top with crunchy cole slaw for a delightful contrast of textures. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or craving comfort food with a healthy spin, this recipe is a crowd-pleasing option packed with bold barbecue flavors and completely vegan.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce cans Canned young green jackfruit in water or brine
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 cup Vegan BBQ sauce
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Burger buns
- 1 cup Cole slaw (optional for serving)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the jackfruit well. Cut off the core and seeds, if present, and use your fingers or a fork to shred the jackfruit pieces to resemble shredded chicken.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add the shredded jackfruit to the pan and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
Sprinkle the smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili powder over the jackfruit mixture and stir well to ensure the jackfruit is coated with the spices.
Pour in the vegan BBQ sauce and vegetable broth. Stir everything together, ensuring the jackfruit is evenly coated.
Season with salt and black pepper, stir, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Allow the jackfruit to cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the jackfruit is tender.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
Toast the burger buns if desired. Serve the BBQ pulled jackfruit on the buns, topped with cole slaw if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.1 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 7081 mg | 308% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 323.7 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.0 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 3761 mg | 80% | |
*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.
