Description
BBQ Pulled Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. This simple yet delicious recipe features tender chicken slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, smoky-sweet barbecue sauce. Imagine the enticing aroma filling your home as the chicken simmers, ready to be shredded for sandwiches, tacos, or hearty salads. With minimal effort and maximum taste, this versatile dish is ideal for family gatherings, casual dinners, or meal prepping for the week ahead. Serve it on toasted buns with crunchy coleslaw or alongside fresh greens for a delightful contrast in flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, sauté onions in oil until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour onion-garlic mixture over chicken and top with barbecue sauce, ketchup, and vinegar.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until chicken easily shreds.
- Shred chicken with two forks and mix back into the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by adding more cayenne or using a spicier barbecue sauce. For added nutrition, toss in bell peppers or carrots during cooking.