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The Best Crockpot BBQ Chicken (Easy Pulled Chicken): A Complete Professional Recipe Guide

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  • Author: amanda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3–6 hours
  • Total Time: 3–6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish, Slow Cooker
  • Method: Crockpot
  • Cuisine: American BBQ

Description

Tender shredded crockpot BBQ chicken made with a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or rice bowls.


Ingredients

  • 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

  1. Spray crockpot or use liner.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder and place in crockpot.
  3. Mix BBQ sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
  4. Pour sauce over chicken evenly.
  5. Cook on HIGH for 2.5–3 hours or LOW for 5–6 hours.
  6. Check chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  7. Shred chicken directly in crockpot using two forks.
  8. Mix shredded chicken with sauce and serve warm.

Notes

  • Great for sandwiches, sliders, or meal prep bowls.
  • Add chili flakes for a spicy BBQ version.
  • Store leftovers in airtight container up to 4 days.