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7) Slow-Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken for Sandwiches

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts about 3-4 breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite bottle
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6-8 sandwich rolls or hamburger buns
  • Optional: coleslaw for topping

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic, and onion powders. Place in slow cooker.
  2. Whisk BBQ sauce, vinegar, broth, and brown sugar; pour over chicken.
  3. Cook on low 4–6 hours or high 2–3 hours, until chicken shreds easily.
  4. Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to sauce to absorb juices.
  5. Serve on rolls with extra sauce and optional coleslaw.