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Easy Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken

A comforting and easy dish featuring tender pulled chicken breasts cooked with BBQ sauce and spices, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for serving Burger buns

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by placing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot. Make sure they are spread out evenly to allow for even cooking.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken. Then sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the top. You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  3. Pour the chicken broth into the crockpot, followed by the BBQ sauce. This combination will keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
  4. Cover the crockpot with its lid. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. You’ll know it’s ready when the chicken shreds easily with a fork.
  5. Once cooking time is up, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back to the crockpot and mix it with the remaining sauce.
  6. Serve the pulled chicken on soft burger buns and add your favorite toppings.

Notes

Substitutions: Swap the BBQ sauce with a spicy sauce for a kick, or use a homemade sauce for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze in freezer-safe bags for about 3 months.