Whole30 Shredded BBQ Chicken
Savor the bold, smoky flavors of this Whole30 Shredded BBQ Chicken, a mouthwatering and healthy twist on a classic comfort food dish. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a flavorful blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders, then seared to golden perfection before slow-cooking to ensure maximum moisture and taste. Finished with a Whole30-compliant BBQ sauce for a tangy kick, this easy slow cooker recipe is the perfect meal prep solution or weeknight dinner. Ready in just over 4 hours with minimal hands-on effort, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted veggies, cauliflower rice, or a crisp coleslaw for a wholesome and satisfying meal that’s paleo, dairy-free, and gluten-free. Get ready to enjoy a fuss-free, flavor-packed BBQ chicken recipe you’ll make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Whole30 compliant BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
Instructions
Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the seasoning blend.
Rub the seasoning blend evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring that each piece is well coated.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the coconut oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear each side for about 3-4 minutes, until they are golden brown. This step is for flavor enhancement.
Place the seared chicken breasts at the bottom of a slow cooker.
Pour the chicken broth over the chicken, which will help keep it moist during cooking.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook the chicken for about 4 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and shreds easily.
Once the chicken is cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred it on a cutting board.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and add the Whole30 compliant BBQ sauce.
Stir the chicken well to ensure it is completely coated in the BBQ sauce.
Continue to cook the shredded BBQ chicken in the slow cooker on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Whole30 Shredded BBQ Chicken warm, either on its own or as a part of your favorite Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 46.9 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 4889 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 284.0 g | 568% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2539 mg | 54% | |
*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.
