Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
A delightful dish of tender, juicy chicken shredded and mixed with spicy barbecue sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless recommended
- 250 ml barbecue sauce Your choice of barbecue sauce
- 1 piece onion, sliced Any variety of onion can be used
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Can be adjusted to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika for added flavor
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For Serving
- Buns, wraps, or rice Choose according to preference
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add the sliced onion, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the cooker.
- Pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and mix it well with the sauce left in the pot.
Serving
- Serve it on buns, in wraps, or with a side of rice.
Notes
For spicier options, add a dash of hot sauce to the barbecue sauce or sprinkle chili flakes during cooking. Leftovers can be used in quesadillas or as nacho toppings.