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Tender Never-Dry Crockpot Pulled Chicken Breast Recipe with Brown Sugar Chipotle Sauce Easy and Flavorful

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A slow-cooked pulled chicken breast recipe that stays tender and juicy with a smoky-sweet brown sugar chipotle sauce. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50 grams), packed
  • 2 small chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, minced chipotle peppers, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and olive oil. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the crockpot. Trim or arrange larger pieces toward the sides if uneven.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, coating well.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is tender enough to shred.
  5. Remove chicken and shred using two forks or meat claws.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot with the sauce and stir gently. Let sit on ‘Keep Warm’ for 10-15 minutes to absorb sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice as desired.
  8. Serve warm on buns, tacos, or over rice with optional sides like cucumber salad.

Notes

Use fresh or thawed chicken breasts for best results. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to prevent heat loss. If chicken seems dry after shredding, add a splash of chicken broth or reserved cooking liquid. For more heat, add extra chipotle or cayenne. Can be cooked in a covered oven-safe dish at 300°F for 1.5 to 2 hours as an alternative method.

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Keywords: pulled chicken, crockpot chicken, slow cooker chicken, chipotle sauce, brown sugar chicken, easy dinner, meal prep, tender chicken breast

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