BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
The great American barbecue sandwich is typically made with pulled pork, but chicken can make a lighter, more tender version. This paleo spin on the classic recipe uses a flavorful BBQ sauce made with compliant ingredients like honey, spices and tomato paste. Serve with paleo-friendly buns or over rice for a satisfying meal.
In the annals of Southern cuisine, there is perhaps no dish more iconic than the barbecue sandwich. For generations, families have gathered around backyard smokers and grills to enjoy this simple yet delicious meal. Pulled pork is the traditional protein of choice, but chicken can make an equally satisfying sandwich. It has a milder flavor than pork, and it is naturally leaner, making it a healthier option. This paleo version of the classic recipe uses a flavorful BBQ sauce made with compliant ingredients like honey, spices and tomato paste. It is slow cooked until the chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender. Serve with compliant buns or over rice for a satisfying meal.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 240 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts
  • 1 cup paleo-friendly BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Paleo-friendly buns, for serving
Instructions
  1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.
  3. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  4. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
  5. Serve the BBQ pulled chicken on paleo-friendly buns and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of the sweet and savory BBQ sauce and the tender chicken creates an irresistible sandwich.
  • Using chicken instead of pork allows for a leaner, healthier sandwich.
  • The paleo-friendly ingredients make this recipe compliant with the paleo diet, which is popular among those looking to improve their overall health.
  • The addition of chicken broth to the sauce creates a rich, flavorful liquid that helps to keep the chicken moist and juicy.