Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 18 oz BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Season Chicken: Evenly sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts to ensure the meat is well flavored.
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the slow cooker, then pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken, making sure it is completely covered.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on high for 2.5 hours or on low for 4 to 5 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and infused with BBQ flavor.
- Shred Chicken: After cooking, use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. If it resists shredding, cook it a bit longer until tender.
- Serve: Enjoy the pulled BBQ chicken on buns, over nachos, baked potatoes, pizza, or alongside your favorite meal for a delicious, versatile dish.
Notes
- The chicken can be cooked on high or low depending on your schedule—low and slow results in juicier meat.
- Use your favorite brand or homemade BBQ sauce to adjust sweetness and spice levels.
- Leftover pulled chicken keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- For extra smoky flavor, consider adding a dash of liquid smoke to the BBQ sauce.
- Check seasoning after shredding and add more salt or pepper if necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
