Pulled Chicken (Stove-Top)
This pulled chicken recipe only has 5 ingredients but it's packed with flavor. Chicken, onion, garlic, brown sugar, and a bottle of your favorite BBQ is all you need for this easy stove-top chicken dish. Serve this delicious pulled chicken on a bun with slaw or plated with your favorite sides. The sky is the limit!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 323kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs seasoned with salt and pepper
- 1 1/2 cups BBQ sauce
- 1/3 cup onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
- 1 tablespoon oil of your choice
Instructions
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, approximately 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook an additional minute.
- Add the the BBQ sauce and brown sugar to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the chicken.
- Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred. Place the chicken back into the pot. Mix until well combined with the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcal