Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with this mouthwatering Slow Cooker BBQ Peach Pulled Chicken! Imagine tender, juicy chicken infused with the perfect balance of smoky BBQ sauce and sweet, succulent peaches, all effortlessly prepared in your slow cooker. This recipe is about to become your new summer obsession, promising maximum flavor with minimal effort – it's so delicious, your family and friends will think you've been secretly training as a professional chef!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- BBQ sauce
- Peaches, sliced
- Onion, chopped
- Garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper
- Buns for serving
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, sliced peaches, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and buns for serving.
- Prepare the slow cooker by lightly greasing the inside with cooking spray or a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the chopped onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. This will create a flavorful base for the chicken.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. This will enhance the flavor of the chicken as it cooks.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the onions and garlic in the slow cooker.
- Pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated. Reserve a small amount of BBQ sauce for serving, if desired.
- Add the sliced peaches on top of the BBQ sauce-covered chicken. This will add a sweet and fruity flavor to the dish.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6 hours. This slow cooking process will make the chicken tender and flavorful.
- After 6 hours, check the chicken for doneness. It should be tender and easily shred with a fork. If it’s not ready, allow it to cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour as needed.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the BBQ sauce and peaches.
- After shredding, let the mixture sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavors before serving.
- To serve, scoop the pulled chicken mixture onto buns. You can add extra BBQ sauce on top if desired.
- Enjoy your Slow Cooker BBQ Peach Pulled Chicken with your favorite sides or as a delicious sandwich!
Tips
- Choose ripe, fresh peaches for the most vibrant flavor – they'll add natural sweetness and a gorgeous texture to your dish.
- For extra tenderness, make sure to season your chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper before cooking.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- Don't rush the cooking process – the 6-hour slow cook is crucial for achieving that melt-in-your-mouth pulled chicken texture.
- Experiment with different BBQ sauce varieties to customize the flavor profile to your liking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, making this a perfect meal prep recipe.
- For a low-carb option, serve the pulled chicken over a salad or in lettuce wraps instead of buns.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 95mg
