Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: sliced onions or bell peppers for additional flavor
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker BBQ Shredded Chicken is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
3. Add Sauce to Chicken: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring all the pieces are well coated.
4. Add Vegetables (Optional): If using, add sliced onions or bell peppers on top of the chicken.
5. Set the Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
6. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred it. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
7. Final Adjustments: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or BBQ sauce as desired.
This simple process will lead you to a delicious and tender BBQ shredded chicken that’s ready to serve!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 servings
- Calories: 250 kcal (per serving)
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 30g