Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
This Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken is an easy and flavorful dish that transforms chicken breasts into tender, juicy pulled chicken in a rich barbecue sauce, perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts Boneless and skinless for best results.
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) Adjust for more heat if desired.
- 1/2 cup chicken broth Can be adjusted for moisture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts directly into the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, diced onion, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Cooking
- Secure the lid on your slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mixing it with the remaining sauce.
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Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For reheating, add a splash of chicken broth to restore moisture.