Dairy-Free Pulled Barbecue Chicken

Experience the smoky, tangy, and satisfying flavors of Dairy-Free Pulled Barbecue Chicken, a slow-cooked masterpiece perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Made with tender boneless chicken breasts, a rich dairy-free barbecue sauce, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this recipe combines pantry staples like smoked paprika and apple cider vinegar to create a flavor-packed dish free of dairy but full of comfort. With just 15 minutes of prep and hands-off slow cooker convenience, this pulled chicken shreds effortlessly and pairs beautifully with sandwiches, wraps, or atop crisp salads. Ideal for family meals or gatherings, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a delicious, allergen-friendly spin on the classic barbecue favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups dairy-free barbecue sauce
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by trimming any excess fat from the chicken breasts and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Transfer the sautéed onions and garlic to the slow cooker. Place the chicken breasts on top.

Step 5

In a bowl, combine the dairy-free barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.

Step 6

Pour the barbecue sauce mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, ensuring they are fully covered.

Step 7

Cover the slow cooker with a lid, set it to low heat, and let cook for about 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily pulled apart with a fork.

Step 8

Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it well with the sauce.

Step 9

Serve the pulled barbecue chicken warm. It can be used in sandwiches, wraps, or over salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1477.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2612.5

Total Fat 61.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 6590.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 164.0g
Protein 284.4g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 185.1mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 2683.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.8%

Protein: 44.7%

Carbs: 33.5%