Description
BBQ Pulled Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender, juicy chicken and rich, smoky barbecue sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for any gathering, whether it’s a backyard barbecue or a cozy family dinner. Imagine succulent pieces of chicken that can be served in soft buns, stuffed in tacos, or over a bed of fluffy rice—guaranteeing that every bite is an explosion of flavor. With minimal prep and cooking time, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or spontaneous get-togethers. Elevate your meal with BBQ Pulled Chicken—a dish that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in the barbecue sauce to cover the chicken completely and add chicken broth to maintain moisture.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
- Remove from heat and shred the chicken using two forks; mix back into the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg