Description
For a flavorful, hassle-free meal, try The Best Crockpot BBQ Chicken (Easy Pulled Chicken). This recipe transforms simple chicken breasts into tender, savory pulled chicken that’s perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or over rice. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, your slow cooker does all the work while you enjoy time with family or friends. The combination of barbecue sauce and spices creates an irresistible dish that can accommodate any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Whether you serve it in classic sandwiches or get creative with salads and nachos, this easy pulled chicken will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spray the inside of a large crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; place at the bottom of the crockpot.
- In a bowl, mix together barbecue sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce; whisk until combined.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on high for 2.5-3 hours or low for 5-6 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Shred the chicken in the sauce using two forks and serve as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: High for about 2.5-3 hours or Low for about 5-6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg