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Crockpot Apple Butter BBQ Pulled Chicken

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A deliciously easy slow cooker recipe combining tender chicken with the sweetness of apple butter and the smokiness of BBQ sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts Use fresh or thawed chicken
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce Divided; recommend using Baby Ray's for flavor
  • 1.5 cups apple butter Adds sweetness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of a 5-quart or larger slow cooker.
  2. Add 1 ½ cups of BBQ sauce and apple butter on top of the chicken.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to high for 3-4 hours, or low for 5-7 hours. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. Once cooked, use a fork to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in the remaining ½ cup of BBQ sauce to combine the flavors.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 750mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat to 165°F before serving.
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