Can you use all boneless skinless chicken breasts?

Yes, but I recommend adding a tablespoon of olive oil or vegetable oil. Adding a little fat will make up for not using the thighs.

Can you make it in an Instant Pot?

Yes, you should be able to cook the chicken in the sauce in your IP. Cook it for 10 to 12 minutes on high pressure and let the steam naturally release. You can also check your manual - there may be a setting for chicken.

Can you use frozen chicken?

Yes, but they will need a longer cooking time - at least four to five hours on low.

Yes, just let it cool first and then store the BBQ shredded chicken in freezer bags or containers. It will keep for a few months. You may need to add some more BBQ sauce once it's reheated to liven it up.

Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken

Shredded BBQ Chicken

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Shredded BBQ chicken is easy to make in the slow cooker and a great way to feed a crowd or make a batch for easy dinners during the week. I like to pile the BBQ chicken on buns, but it’s also great wrapped up in tortillas or tossed with greens and veggies for a salad.

Author: April Anderson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 10 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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2 cups ketchup
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

Combine the ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and seasonings in the slow cooker. Place the chicken in the sauce and spoon some of the sauce over the top of each piece so it’s covered.
Cook the chicken on high for two to three hours (or on low for four to six hours) or until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily with a fork. Once cooked, shred all of the chicken (I do this right in the slow cooker) and then stir well to combine with the sauce.
The chicken can be cooked ahead and will keep well in the refrigerator for three to four days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: approximately 3 ounces
Calories: 191
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 633.7mg
Fat: 3.2g
Saturated Fat: 0.8g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19.8g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 19.4g
Cholesterol: 75.7mg

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