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Delicious BBQ Pulled Chicken served on a bun with coleslaw

BBQ Pulled Chicken

BBQ Pulled Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish, featuring tender chicken coated in flavorful barbecue sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion in olive oil until it becomes translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add the minced garlic and cayenne pepper; sauté briefly until fragrant.
  4. Transfer the onion mixture to a slow cooker. Add the chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika. Stir well to combine.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 4 hours until the chicken easily shreds with forks.
  2. Use two forks to shred the chicken and mix it with any extra sauce before serving.

Notes

Serve BBQ Pulled Chicken on a bun or over rice. Can be accompanied by coleslaw, pickles, or corn on the cob. For storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.