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Pulled BBQ Chicken

This pulled BBQ chicken is a flavorful and easy dish made in a crock pot, resulting in tender, shredded chicken infused with a smoky-sweet barbecue blend.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce Use your favorite barbecue sauce.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Place all the ingredients in a crock pot and stir to combine.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
  • Shred the chicken directly in the crock pot, then stir to combine with the sauce. Serve the pulled BBQ chicken on buns, over salads, or with your favorite sides.
  • For best results, use your favorite barbecue sauce in this recipe. You can also adjust the amount of sauce and seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
  • The pulled chicken freezes well, so consider making a double batch to enjoy later.
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Notes

This dish is customizable; consider adding extra veggies like shredded carrots or chopped kale to amp up nutritional benefits.
Keyword BBQ chicken, pulled chicken, slow cooker