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Shredded BBQ Chicken – Healthyish Foods

Shredded BBQ Chicken

Looking for a quick and delicious meal? Then you have to try my shredded BBQ chicken recipe. The BBQ sauce is homemade and has been in my family for years. Tossed with the juicy shredded chicken and this is one quick and tasty dinner.
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Ingredients

Shredded Chicken

BBQ Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter, salted
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¾ cup sweet onion, diced small, 1 medium onion
  • ¾ cup green pepper, diced small, 1 medium green pepper
  • ½ cup celery, diced small, about 2 stalks
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon, apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon liquid smoke
  • few turns cracked black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Charred corn kernels
  • Avocado, sliced or smashed
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Spicy pickle chips

Equipment

  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 pot to boil chicken
  • 1 handheld mixer

Instructions 

Prepare the Chicken

  • Boil a pot of water and add the chicken breasts. Cook the chicken for 15-20 minutes or until it reaches an internal temp of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken cool, then add it to a large mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer, shred the chicken into small thin pieces. Once cool, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Prepare the BBQ Sauce

  • In an 11-inch saucepan over medium heat, add the butter, garlic, diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and diced celery. Saute until soft.
  • Next, add the tomato paste and saute for 2-3 minutes. Then, add everything else. This includes, ketchup, water, dry mustard, Worcestershire, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, liquid smoke and a few turns cracked black pepper.
    Stir well and simmer for 30-40 minutes on low heat. Frequently stir.

Assemble the Dish

  • Once the BBQ sauce has had a chance to simmer, and has reduced into a beautiful sauce, you’ll add the shredded chicken. Toss the chicken until it is well coated in the sauce. Serve with your favorite sides and toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 308kcal, Carbohydrates: 31g, Protein: 26g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 88mg, Sodium: 943mg, Potassium: 876mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 25g, Vitamin A: 748IU, Vitamin C: 41mg, Calcium: 58mg, Iron: 2mg