Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
3 hrs 55 mins
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Total Time
4 hrs
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Servings
6 sandwiches
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Calories
274 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
Description
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken utilizes boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked in a rich blend of barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and warm spices. This combination creates a balanced sweet, tangy, and subtly smoky flavor profile. Cooking on low heat for several hours allows the chicken to become tender enough to shred easily. The shredded chicken is then returned to the sauce to soak up the flavors, resulting in juicy, flavorful pulled chicken.
The resulting pulled chicken can be used in sandwiches, wraps, or served with sides for a simple meal. The method requires minimal hands-on time and is suitable for preparing meals ahead of time. Additionally, the recipe includes alternative Instant Pot instructions for faster cooking, maintaining the quality and flavor.
Make sure to thoroughly coat the chicken with the sauce mix before cooking to ensure even seasoning. After shredding, stirring the chicken back into the sauce enhances moisture and flavor throughout the meat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless
Instructions
- In the bottom of a slow cooker, whisk together barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in the slow cooker. Add chicken breast and turn to coat.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 6 to 7 hours.
- Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks or a hand mixer. Return to slow cooker and stir to coat with sauce.
Notes
- For a quicker alternative, this recipe can be made using an Instant Pot following the provided pressure cooking instructions.
- Shred chicken after cooking by using two forks or a hand mixer for easier preparation.
- Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker or pot to thoroughly coat with sauce before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 274kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 667mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 694mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 316IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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