Pulled chicken is a versatile and flavorful dish made by slow-cooking chicken until it becomes tender and easily shredded. This recipe offers a quick and straightforward method to create tender and juicy pulled chicken perfect for sandwiches, tacos, salads, or as a standalone dish.
Easy Pulled Chicken
Tender and juicy chicken cooked to perfection, shredded, and tossed in a flavorful sauce, ideal for sandwiches, tacos, or various dishes.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- slow cooker
- fork
Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- chicken broth
- barbecue sauce
- brown sugar
- smoked paprika
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth or water, barbecue sauce, brown sugar (if using), smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring it's evenly coated
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork
- Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce.
- Use the pulled chicken in sandwiches, tacos, salads, or any other preferred dish. It's ready to be enjoyed!
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Notes
- Adjust the seasoning and sauce quantity according to your taste preferences.
- Leftover pulled chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for later use.
Nutrition
Serving: 800g
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