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BBQ pulled chicken in a slow cooker.
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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken (Easy Pulled Chicken Recipe)

The ultimate slow cooker BBQ pulled chicken recipe made with boneless chicken breasts and a homemade BBQ sauce! Perfect for any gathering, this recipe is a real crowd-pleaser.
Course Main Course
Cuisine British
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 2 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 314kcal
Author Beth Sachs

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Equipment

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 4 Chicken Breasts skinless and boneless
  • 250 ml Tomato Ketchup
  • 2 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 125 ml Honey
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker basin.
    4 Chicken Breasts
  • Mix together the BBQ sauce ingredients in a jug and pour it over the chicken.
    250 ml Tomato Ketchup, 2 tablespoon Dijon Mustard, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, 125 ml Honey, 2 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce, ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, 1 teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • Cook on low for 6-7 hours then shred the chicken with two forks.

Notes

Expert Tips:
  • You want to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for this recipe. Avoid using chicken with bones or skin.
  • Make sure you set your slow cooker to the right temperature. Cooking on high will result in dry and tough chicken, while cooking on low will ensure tender and juicy chicken. Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 6-7 hours for best results.
  • Once you've shredded the chicken, let it sit in the BBQ sauce in the slow cooker for a little while longer. This allows the chicken to absorb more flavour.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasonings in the BBQ sauce to suit your personal taste. You might prefer it sweeter, tangier, or spicier - so experiment!
 
Variations:
  • Swap chicken with a pork shoulder. Keep in mind that pork may take a bit longer to cook thoroughly.
  • Use a beef brisket in place of the chicken for a more robust flavour. You might like this easy pulled beef recipe made in the slow cooker.
  • Use boneless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.
  • Add more cayenne to the BBQ sauce, or throw in some hot sauce or chopped jalapenos for an extra kick.
 
Storage:
Let it cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container. You can store it in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
 
Nutrition:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
 

Nutritional Information (Approximate)

Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 1076mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 288IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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