How to Make BBQ Pulled Chicken in the Crockpot
When I tell you this is the easiest BBQ pulled chicken in the crockpot, I’m not lying. In fact, this is the easiest crock pot meal I have ever found! It takes just two ingredients. Chicken and barbecue sauce. That’s it! Make it into a sandwich, top a baked potato, feed a crowd. Whatever you fancy.
As a homeschooling mother to four children, slow cooker meals are my absolute go to! It’s such a quick, easy, inexpensive, and effective way to get supper on the table. This is one of the first recipes I ever came across on Pinterest. I used to make it at least once a week. My family has grown and it has become a staple in our household and meal rotation.
We like to use this to make BBQ pulled chicken sandwiches. We will usually have a baked potato and corn on the side. The cost of this is just as much as a couple of chicken breasts and a bottle of BBQ sauce, seriously that’s it!
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Is BBQ pulled chicken low carb?
That all depends on what type of BBQ sauce you buy. If you use a homemade or a low carb option, then yes, this chicken would be perfect for salads or a on a low carb wrap.
What is the best type of BBQ sauce to use for pulled chicken?
I am no fancy gal. I use the finest BBQ sauce that Aldi or Walmart store brand have to offer. In all seriousness though, this is totally up to preference. I think the chicken will taste great with any flavor you choose. We sometimes go with a Carolina Gold or just a regular honey flavor.
Can I use frozen chicken for crockpot BBQ pulled chicken?
You will hear a variety of opinions, but I have always bought chicken on sale and froze it. I don’t like to thaw my chicken, especially for crockpot meals. This means, my chicken goes right in the crockpot. Some may say it’s not good for whatever reason, but after 10 years of doing so, I have never had an issue.
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What You’ll Need
- 1 bottle BBQ Sauce
- 2 Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Spray your crockpot with non-stick spray
- Add your chicken to the crockpot
- Top with BBQ sauce (save some for adding to your sandwich later)
- Cook on low for about 6-8 hours or high 4-6 hours
- When chicken is falling apart, turn on warm setting and shred chicken with two forks or with a handheld mixer
- That's it! Top to buns for a delicious sandwich, a baked potato, or salad!
BBQ Pulled Chicken in the Crockpot
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot or slow cooker
Ingredients
- 1 bottle BBQ Sauce
- 2 Boneless skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Spray your crockpot with non-stick spray
- Add your chicken to the crockpot
- Top with BBQ sauce (save some for adding to your sandwich later)
- Cook on low for about 6-8 hours or high 4-6 hours
- When chicken is falling apart, turn on warm setting and shred chicken with two forks or with a handheld mixer
- That's it! Top to buns for a delicious sandwich, a baked potato, or salad!
There you have it! The easiest BBQ pulled chicken in the crockpot! Have you ever tried it? Let me know down in the comments!
