crockpot shredded chicken

A simple recipe for slow cooked shredded chicken with a Carolina-style tangy bbq sauce. 

Carolina BBQ Crockpot Shredded Chicken

lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast

C (60 grams) Yellow Mustard

C (60 grams) Apple Cider Vinegar

C (60 grams) Worcestershire Sauce

Tbsp (30 grams) Hot Sauce, I used Valentina's

C (96 grams) Swerve Brown Sugar, or light brown sugar

tsp Ground Mustard

tsp Black Pepper

tsp Onion Powder

Mix everything together in a bowl or crockpot...

Mix everything together in a bowl or crockpot before adding the chicken. Flip the chicken a few times to fully coat both sides.

Cover and cook on low for 1.5-2.5 hours...

Cover and cook on low for 1.5-2.5 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temp of 165F. Be careful not to overcook or the chicken will be difficult to shred and rubbery. (You can cook on high, but the longer cook time will produce more flavorful chicken.) 

After the chicken is cooked, shred it with...

After the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks or use a stand mixer with a flat beater attachment. (You can also chop the cooked chicken with a knife.)

Set the crockpot to its keep warm function...

Set the crockpot to its keep warm function and add the chicken back to the crockpot. Let the chicken rest in the juices for an additional hour. 

Remove the chicken and add the sauce to...

Remove the chicken and add the sauce to a small sauce pan over medium-high heat. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes. (If you're using an Instant Pot, use the sauté function.) 

Pour the sauce over the chicken, stir, and...

Pour the sauce over the chicken, stir, and enjoy! 

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Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

1 1/2lbs of boneless skinless chicken breast

chicken broth

tbsp dark chili powder

tsp cumin

tsp smoked paprika

oregano

garlic powder

tsp kosher salt

tsp Fresh ground black pepper

Combine all the spices in a small bowl...

Combine all the spices in a small bowl and mix to evenly combine.

Add chicken broth to slow cooker, then add...

Add chicken broth to slow cooker, then add chicken breasts. Pour half the seasoning over the chicken and then flip over to add the rest of the seasoning on top of chicken.

Place lid on the slow cooker. Cook on...

Place lid on the slow cooker. Cook on low setting for 8 hours or on high setting for 4 hours.

Once it’s ready, use tongs to remove chicken...

Once it’s ready, use tongs to remove chicken and place on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken breasts. Add the shredded chicken back into the crockpot and stir to combine with all the liquid. Use immediately or store in airtight container for use throughout the week.

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Easy Crockpot Shredded Chicken

chicken breasts*

salt

black pepper

Place all ingredients in crockpot (this is the slow cooker that I use).

Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and shreds easily with a fork. You can use an instant read thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken has reaches a safe 165 degrees F.

Remove the chicken from the slow cooker, leaving the broth in the pot. Let the chicken cool slightly and then shred the chicken. Stir in about 1/2 cup of the broth from the pot for flavor and moisture.

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