Low Sodium Shredded BBQ Chicken

Juicy, tender, and packed with smoky-sweet flavor, this Low Sodium Shredded BBQ Chicken recipe is a healthier twist on a classic comfort food. Made with lean boneless, skinless chicken breasts, low sodium barbecue sauce, and a flavorful blend of spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, this dish delivers big BBQ taste without all the salt. Cooked low and slow in a slow cooker, the chicken becomes perfectly shred-worthy, soaking up every drop of the tangy sauce enhanced with apple cider vinegar and a touch of honey. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners, this recipe fits beautifully into a heart-healthy lifestyle. Serve it on whole grain buns for a sandwich, atop a fresh salad, or tucked into soft taco shells for a versatile, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup low sodium barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Start by placing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of a slow cooker.

Step 2

Pour the low sodium chicken broth over the chicken to ensure even cooking and to prevent it from drying out.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the low sodium barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Mix well to blend the flavors together.

Step 4

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the barbecue sauce mixture. Stir until all the spices are fully integrated.

Step 5

Pour the seasoned barbecue sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, making sure all the pieces are well-covered.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours. The chicken is done when it easily shreds with a fork.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and place them onto a large cutting board.

Step 8

Use two forks to shred the chicken by pulling it apart into thin strands.

Step 9

Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Stir to coat it thoroughly with the sauce.

Step 10

Allow the shredded chicken to sit in the sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes on low heat to absorb the flavors before serving.

Step 11

Serve the low sodium shredded BBQ chicken on whole grain buns, over a salad, or in a taco shell for a delicious meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1464.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2150.1

Total Fat 33.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 1471.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 129.9g
Protein 286.0g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 148.4mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2696.5mg	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: 14.3%

Protein: 54.9%

Carbs: 30.8%