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Easy 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

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A simple and flavorful slow cooker recipe using just chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, and apple cider vinegar to create tender, juicy pulled chicken sandwiches perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the barbecue sauce evenly over the chicken, then drizzle the apple cider vinegar on top.
  3. Cover with the lid and set the slow cooker to low. Cook for 4 to 6 hours. Alternatively, cook on high for 2.5 to 3 hours, watching closely to avoid drying out the chicken.
  4. When the chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F), use two forks or tongs to shred the meat directly in the slow cooker.
  5. Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce. Taste and add more barbecue sauce or vinegar if desired.
  6. Toast sandwich buns if desired, then pile on the BBQ pulled chicken. Add coleslaw or pickles if preferred.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the slow cooker; place chicken in a single layer or slightly overlapping. Use fresh chicken for best shredding results. Save some cooking liquid before shredding to moisten chicken if needed. If sauce is too tangy, add a pinch of brown sugar to balance flavors. Can be cooked in a covered Dutch oven on low heat for a few hours if no slow cooker is available. Instant Pot method: cook on high pressure for 15 minutes with ½ cup water or broth.

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Keywords: slow cooker, BBQ pulled chicken, easy dinner, 3-ingredient recipe, pulled chicken sandwiches, barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar

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