Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken! Easy Dinner Recipe

Introducing a mouthwatering easy dinner that will make your taste buds sing… Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken!

This easy dinner recipe combines the convenience of a slow cooker with the irresistible flavors of tender chicken breast, seasonings, and BBQ sauce.

With just a few simple steps and a little bit of patience, you’ll have a succulent dish that is sure to please family and friends.

A tantalizing aroma fills your home as the chicken simmers in the slow cooker soaking up all the delicious flavors. And you’re rewarded with juicy, melt-in-your-mouth chicken that practically falls apart with the touch of a fork! 😉

After slow cooking all day comes the pièce de résistance – drenching the chicken in a generous amount of high-quality BBQ sauce, enveloping each morsel in a tantalizing blend of sweet, smoky flavors.

To complete this culinary masterpiece, assemble your creation on a warm, homemade bun.

Whether you choose to enjoy this delightful creation as a pulled chicken sandwich, perfectly nestled between the warm buns, or simply savor each forkful on its own, this Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken recipe is a surefire way to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (approx. 900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• smoked paprika
• garlic powder
• onion powder
• black pepper
• salt
• high-quality BBQ sauce
• Homemade buns, for serving

How to Make Crockpot BBQ Chicken

First, Season the Chicken. – Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Ensure that the seasonings are evenly distributed, gently rubbing them into the chicken for maximum flavor.

Place in the Slow Cooker. – Transfer the seasoned chicken breasts to the slow cooker, arranging them in a single layer. Make sure to coat the bottom of the slow cooker with a thin layer of cooking spray for easy cleanup.

Slow Cook the Chicken. – Set the slow cooker to low heat and let the chicken cook for 6 – 8 hours, until it’s tender shreds with a fork. Cooking times may vary depending on your slow cooker, so adjust accordingly.

Shred the Chicken. – Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken into smaller, bite-sized pieces. The chicken should be incredibly tender and practically fall apart effortlessly.

Add the BBQ Sauce. – Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and pour the BBQ sauce over it. Ensure that every piece of chicken is coated generously with the delectable sauce. Stir gently to combine, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Cook with the BBQ Sauce. – Turn the slow cooker to high heat and let the chicken cook with the BBQ sauce for 30 minutes. This infuses the chicken with the flavors of the sauce, creating a blend that will make your taste buds sing.

Serve and Enjoy. – The moment has finally arrived… Scoop a generous portion of the tender, saucy pulled chicken onto a warm homemade bun serving it as a filling for a pulled chicken sandwich. Pair it with your favorite side dishes and relish in the irresistible combination of flavors.

Pairings

My favorite side to serve this BBQ Pulled Chicken is Baked Beans, but so many other sides go perfect, like:

Loaded Potato Salad

Strawberry Salad

Green Goddess Salad

Waldorf Salad

Corn On The Cobb

Fruit Salad with Citrus Dressing

Homemade Soft Sourdough Rolls

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Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken

With this fantastic Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken recipe…You're ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will satisfy cravings and leave everyone wanting seconds.

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Course: Meats

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 8 hours hours

Additional Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 8 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 259kcal

Author: Juliea Huffaker

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Ingredients

• ▢ 2 pounds approx. 900g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• ▢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ▢ 1 tsp garlic powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 cup high-quality BBQ sauce
• ▢ Homemade buns for serving

Instructions

• First, Season the Chicken. Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Ensure that the seasonings are evenly
• Place in the Slow Cooker. Transfer the seasoned chicken breasts to the slow cooker, arranging them in a single layer.
• Slow Cook the Chicken. all day. Set the slow cooker to low heat and let the chicken cook for 6 to 8 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork
• Shred the Chicken with 2 forks.
• Add the BBQ Sauce.
• Cook with the BBQ Sauce for 30 more minutes so it absorbs the bbq sauce flavors.
• Serve on a bun or by it's self and Enjoy.

Notes

You can substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs for breasts! Thighs stay extra juicy during long slow-cooking times and yield a slightly richer flavor.

Store leftover pulled chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of extra BBQ sauce to keep it moist.

This chicken freezes wonderfully! Allow the cooked, sauced chicken to cool completely, then freeze in a Ziploc freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 861mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 317IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg