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Easy Crock Pot Pulled Chicken Recipe

Crock Pot Pulled Chicken

This easy Crock Pot Pulled Chicken recipe is comforting and perfect for busy days, made with tender chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pulled Chicken
  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional: for serving
  • hamburger buns for serving

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Forks for Shredding

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix together the chicken broth, barbecue sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crock pot, ensuring each piece is coated.
  4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  5. Step 5: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crock pot and shred it using two forks.
  6. Step 6: Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot and stir to combine with the sauce.
  7. Step 7: Serve the pulled chicken on hamburger buns, if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can freeze it for up to 3 months.