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BBQ Pulled Chicken

Tender chicken thighs simmered in barbecue sauce, perfect for gatherings and casual dinners.

  • Total Time: 375 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup Barbecue sauce
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Buns for serving (optional)
  • Coleslaw for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the chopped onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker.
  2. Place the chicken thighs on top of the mixture and pour the barbecue sauce over everything.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  4. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
  6. Serve on buns and top with coleslaw if desired.

Notes

Use quality barbecue sauce for the best flavor and consider letting shredded chicken sit in sauce for better incorporation.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: N/A

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: pulled chicken, BBQ chicken, slow cooker recipes, American cuisine