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Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken: 1 Magic Recipe

Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken

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This Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken recipe is a simple and delicious way to make tender, flavorful chicken perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or bowls. It’s a crowd-pleaser that requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in your slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
  6. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For spicier pulled chicken, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • If your BBQ sauce is very thick, you may need to add a tablespoon or two of water or chicken broth to the sauce mixture.
  • This pulled chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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