Soy-Free Shredded BBQ Chicken
Indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of this Soy-Free Shredded BBQ Chicken, a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe features tender, slow-cooked chicken breasts infused with a savory blend of spices, a touch of natural sweetness from honey, and a tangy kick from apple cider vinegar—all without a trace of soy. The rich, tomato-based sauce is elevated by an optional hint of liquid smoke, bringing authentic barbecue flavor to your kitchen. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time and slow-cooked to perfection, this versatile dish can be served on fluffy sandwich buns, over crisp salads, or alongside your favorite sides. Easy, allergen-friendly, and packed with mouthwatering goodness, this shredded BBQ chicken is sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional for flavor)
Directions
Step 1
In a slow cooker, add chicken breasts and pour olive oil and chicken broth over them.
Step 2
In a separate small bowl, mix apple cider vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
Step 3
Pour the spice mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Step 4
Add the honey, tomato paste, and liquid smoke into the slow cooker and stir gently to mix everything together without disturbing the chicken.
Step 5
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Step 6
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
Step 7
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
Step 8
Cover again and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Serve the soy-free shredded BBQ chicken warm on buns, over a salad, or with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1313.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2018.9 |
| Total Fat 61.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 771.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2449.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.8g | |
| Protein 288.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 165.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3186.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories