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High Protein Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken

High Protein Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken


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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 370
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

This high-protein, nutrient-dense meal is the ultimate solution for healthy meal prep. By slow-cooking lean chicken breasts with a blend of low-sugar barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar, you achieve perfectly tender, juicy results every time. It is a simple, effective way to ensure you have a clean, protein-rich staple ready to fuel your body throughout the busy work week.


Ingredients

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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1.5 cups low-sugar BBQ sauce
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp sea salt


Instructions

Place fresh chicken breasts into the bottom of the crockpot.
Whisk together BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken until evenly coated.
Set crockpot to low for 6 hours.
Remove chicken once cooked and shred using two forks.
Return shredded chicken to the sauce to coat before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Perfect for salads, wraps, or as a standalone protein source.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 360
  • Category: Trending
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg