Description
Savor the flavors of our Shredded BBQ Chicken, a deliciously tender and juicy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This effortless recipe utilizes a slow cooker, allowing you to set it and forget it while the chicken simmers in a smoky, sweet barbecue sauce. Ideal for family dinners, game days, or potlucks, this versatile dish can be served on toasted buns for mouthwatering sandwiches, over rice for a hearty meal, or atop fresh salads for a lighter option. With easy cleanup and minimal prep time, this shredded BBQ chicken is bound to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (18 oz) bottle Sweet Baby Ray’s Hickory & Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the Crock-Pot.
- In a bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and spices.
- Pour sauce over the chicken and stir to coat.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken directly in the Crock-Pot and mix with the sauce before serving on toasted buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg