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Easy Tender Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken Recipe Perfect for Weeknight Dinners

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A fuss-free, flavorful crockpot BBQ pulled chicken recipe that is tender, juicy, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Simple ingredients and slow cooking create a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s)
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup BBQ sauce, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Arrange the 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs evenly in the bottom of the crockpot.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated. Add 1/4 cup water or chicken broth to keep the chicken moist during cooking.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Avoid opening the lid frequently to maintain heat and moisture.
  5. Check doneness and shred the chicken with two forks. If it does not shred easily, cook an additional 30 minutes on low. Drain excess liquid if too watery.
  6. Mix the shredded chicken with the sauce in the crockpot. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or extra BBQ sauce if needed.
  7. Serve immediately on toasted buns, over rice, or with coleslaw. Keep warm on the crockpot’s ‘keep warm’ setting if not serving right away.

Notes

For thicker sauce, remove shredded chicken and simmer the liquid on the stove for 5-10 minutes before mixing back in. Avoid opening the crockpot lid frequently to maintain moisture and cooking time. Use low and slow cooking for best tenderness. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months (freeze shredded chicken without sauce).

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