Sugar-Free Pulled Barbecue Chicken
Indulge in the savory and tangy flavors of Sugar-Free Pulled Barbecue Chicken, a healthy twist on a classic comfort dish. This slow-cooker recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a bold homemade barbecue sauce crafted from wholesome ingredients like tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness—no added sugar required! Perfectly seasoned with a smoky, slightly spicy blend of spices and a splash of liquid smoke, this dish delivers all the barbecue flavor you love without the guilt. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and slow-cooked to perfection, this recipe is ideal for meal prep or crowd-pleasing dinners. Serve it on whole-grain buns, in low-carb wraps, or atop a crisp salad for a versatile, satisfying meal that supports your healthy lifestyle.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, mustard powder, black pepper, salt, liquid smoke, olive oil, unsweetened applesauce, and water.
Step 3
Mix the ingredients in the bowl until well blended.
Step 4
Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 5
Cover the slow cooker with a lid and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to pull apart.
Step 6
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce as you shred.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Step 8
Serve the pulled barbecue chicken on whole-grain buns, in wraps, or over a bed of lettuce for a sugar-free, delicious meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1748.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2098.7 |
| Total Fat 63.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 771.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3228.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.3g | |
| Protein 293.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 293.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4686.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories