Dr Pepper Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
493 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Dr Pepper Chicken
Description
Dr Pepper Chicken features chicken breasts cooked in a slow cooker alongside BBQ sauce, minced garlic, chopped onion, and a can of Dr Pepper. The cooking process breaks down the chicken to a tender shreddable texture while the soda and BBQ sauce add a sweet and tangy depth of flavor. The included onions are chopped to blend into the sauce, minimizing texture for those who prefer it less noticeable. This mixture pairs nicely with soft Hawaiian rolls, giving a sandwich-style serving option that balances savory, sweet, and smoky notes.
The slow cooker method allows the chicken to absorb all the sauce flavors over several hours, resulting in moist meat and concentrated sauce. Adding toppings such as sliced red onion or sharp cheddar cheese before serving introduces textural contrasts and extra flavor complexity if desired.
This recipe is practical for a family meal, especially since the onions are hidden by chopping and the sauce is straightforward. It works well as an easy make-ahead option if timed right with slow cooker settings.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless
- 2 cups BBQ sauce any kind will work
- 1 Dr Pepper canned
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 onion I do chopped to help "hide" them from the kids, chopped or sliced
- 24 hawaiian rolls
- Topping ideas sliced red onion, sharp cheddar cheese, more BBQ sauce
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, bbq, onion, minced garlic and Dr Pepper.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Shred.
- Serve on hawaiian rolls with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Chopping the onion finely helps reduce its presence, making it more acceptable to children.
- Serve the shredded chicken hot on Hawaiian rolls for best texture and flavor.
- Additional toppings like sharp cheddar cheese or sliced red onions can complement the sandwich.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 493 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 493kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 75g | 25% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 1023mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 36g | 72% |
| Vitamin A | 207IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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