Description
Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken is a crowd-pleaser that brings warmth and flavor to any gathering. With tender, juicy chicken slowly cooked in a smoky barbecue sauce infused with garlic and spices, this dish is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or even over a salad. Effortlessly prepare this recipe in your crockpot, allowing you to enjoy delicious homemade comfort food without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Buns or tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and garlic.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your crockpot.
- (Optional) Sauté onions and garlic in a pan until fragrant; then add to the crockpot.
- Pour BBQ sauce over the chicken along with chicken broth and spices; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks, mixing well with juices before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in BBQ sauce. You can experiment with different sauces or add pineapple for a tropical twist. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.