Slow Cooker Pulled BBQ Chicken
Slow Cooker Pulled BBQ Chicken is the ultimate easy weeknight meal that delivers on flavor and convenience. This dish features tender, shredded chicken simmered in a rich barbecue sauce, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for serving on sandwiches, tacos, or enjoying on its own, this crowd-pleaser is sure to create lasting memories at gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 24 minute
- Yield: Serves about 4–6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Layer sliced onions and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour BBQ sauce generously over the top.
- Sprinkle with cayenne pepper if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken using two forks right in the pot and mix with sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by using different types of BBQ sauces or adding chopped bell peppers for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; this dish tastes even better the next day!