Shredded BBQ Chicken
Packed with bold, smoky flavors, this Shredded BBQ Chicken recipe is the ultimate comfort food that's fall-apart tender and irresistibly saucy. Made with juicy, seasoned chicken breasts slow-cooked to perfection in a rich blend of barbecue sauce, chicken broth, sautéed onions, and garlic, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfectly spiced with a touch of paprika and a hint of cayenne, it offers just the right balance of sweetness and heat. With only 15 minutes of prep and hands-off slow-cooking, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve this versatile shredded chicken on soft buns, in tacos, or alongside your favorite sides for a mouthwatering meal everyone will love!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups bbq sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper on both sides.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until each side is golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a slow cooker.
Step 3
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Step 4
Add the sautéed onions and garlic to the slow cooker with the chicken.
Step 5
Pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring that the chicken is well coated.
Step 6
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and easy to shred with a fork.
Step 7
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
Step 8
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
Step 9
Let the chicken sit in the slow cooker for an additional 15 minutes on low to absorb more of the sauce.
Step 10
Serve the shredded bbq chicken on buns, in tacos, or with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1770.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2288.6 |
| Total Fat 47.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 771.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5048.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 147.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 121.7g | |
| Protein 301.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 45.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 462.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3818.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories