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Savory Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken

Savory Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken You’ll Crave

Discover the irresistible Savory Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken that fills your home with mouthwatering scents and flavorful tender chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2.5-3 pounds Chicken Breasts for tender, juicy results that shred beautifully
  • Salt to taste, enhances the flavors of the chicken
  • Pepper to taste, adds a hint of spice to balance the sweetness of the BBQ sauce
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion finely diced, brings a touch of sweetness and depth to your dish
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or use fresh garlic for a bolder flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce choose your favorite brand or make homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika use smoked paprika for an added smoky dimension

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing the 2.5 to 3 pounds of chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Generously season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Finely dice 1 medium sweet onion and sprinkle it evenly over the seasoned chicken.
  3. Pour 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce over the chicken and onions, ensuring that everything is coated nicely.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook for 4 to 5 hours.
  5. Once cooking time is complete, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it into bite-size pieces.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it thoroughly with the remaining sauce and onions.
  7. Let it sit for an additional 10-15 minutes on warm to absorb more BBQ flavor before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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