Low Sodium Pulled Barbecue Chicken

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of this Low Sodium Pulled Barbecue Chicken, a healthier twist on a BBQ classic that doesn’t skimp on taste. Perfectly slow-cooked to tender, juicy perfection, this recipe combines succulent chicken breasts with a rich, tangy homemade barbecue sauce crafted from low sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and no-salt-added tomato paste. Sweetened naturally with molasses and honey and seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne for a kick, this dish is ideal for those looking to reduce sodium without sacrificing flavor. Serve it on whole wheat buns, in wraps, or over fresh greens for a versatile meal that’s both delicious and diet-friendly. With minimal prep and the convenience of a slow cooker, this low sodium pulled chicken is your new go-to for wholesome comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup tomato paste (no salt added)
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (low sodium)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the low sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, molasses, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.

Step 3

Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Mix well.

Step 4

Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, ensuring that they are well coated.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.

Step 6

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken.

Step 7

Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce.

Step 8

Allow the chicken to soak in the sauce on low heat for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Step 9

Serve the pulled barbecue chicken on whole wheat buns, in wraps, or over a bed of greens for a low sodium meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1431.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1880.2

Total Fat 33.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 1467.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 77.2g
Protein 288.6g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 258.9mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 3885.5mg	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: 16.7%

Protein: 63.9%

Carbs: 19.5%