Shredded BBQ Chicken Crockpot
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this shredded BBQ chicken crockpot recipe. Juicy, tender chicken is slow-cooked in a tangy barbecue sauce, creating a dish that’s bursting with flavor and aroma. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make meal will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve it on sandwiches, tacos, or even over rice for a satisfying feast that requires minimal effort!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced onion in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Layer sautéed onions and garlic at the bottom of the crockpot. Place chicken on top and pour in barbecue sauce and chicken broth.
- If desired, sprinkle cayenne pepper over the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken using two forks directly in the crockpot and stir to combine with the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg