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Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Recipe
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This Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and tender chicken dish cooked low and slow to perfection. With a blend of smoky paprika, garlic, and BBQ sauce, this easy-to-make recipe yields juicy shredded chicken perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or salads. Ideal for a comforting, hands-off dinner that packs big taste with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Optional for Serving

  • Extra 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (optional, for saucier chicken)
  • Buns, tacos, or greens to serve

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker to ensure even cooking and to allow them to absorb maximum flavor. For extra depth, sear the chicken breasts in a hot pan before slow cooking.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together chicken broth, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until fully blended. Pour evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  3. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is easily shredded. Avoid opening the lid frequently to maintain temperature.
  4. Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir well so the shredded meat soaks up the sauce. Add extra BBQ sauce if you prefer a saucier texture.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the pulled chicken piled on buns for sandwiches, wrapped in tacos, or over a salad for a lighter meal. Enjoy the versatility and rich flavors!

Notes

  • For bolder flavor, sear the chicken breasts before slow cooking.
  • Do not lift the slow cooker lid often, as heat loss will increase cooking time.
  • Adjust seasoning after shredding if desired—more salt or BBQ sauce can enhance taste.
  • Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • This recipe is freezer friendly; freeze cooked shredded chicken in portions for up to 3 months.

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