Crock Pot Dr. Pepper Pulled Chicken

This Crock Pot Dr. Pepper Pulled Chicken is a sweet and smoky recipe, which uses chicken breast and BBQ sauce with Dr. Pepper soda. It’s an easy slow cooker meal perfect for sandwiches or tacos, ready in about 7 hours and 5 minutes.

Crock Pot Dr. Pepper Pulled Chicken Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ⅛ teaspoon pepper
• 1 ½ cups Dr. Pepper
• 2 cups BBQ sauce

How To Make Crock Pot Dr. Pepper Pulled Chicken

1. Season the chicken: Place chicken breasts in the crock pot and sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper.
2. Add liquid and sauce: Pour Dr. Pepper and BBQ sauce over the chicken.
3. Cook the chicken: Cover and cook on HIGH for 4–5 hours or LOW for 6–7 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
4. Shred and serve: Shred chicken with two forks, stir back into the sauce, and serve on buns or as desired.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use thighs instead of breasts?
  Yes, boneless thighs work and will be juicier.
• What BBQ sauce works best?
  A smoky or sweet BBQ sauce pairs best with the Dr. Pepper flavor.
• Can I make it ahead?
  Yes, cook and shred the chicken, then reheat in the sauce before serving.
• How do I make it less sweet?
  Reduce the BBQ sauce or mix with a splash of vinegar for tanginess.

What To Serve With Dr. Pepper Pulled Chicken

Serve this pulled chicken with:

• Hamburger buns or slider rolls
• Coleslaw or potato salad
• Corn on the cob or baked beans
• Mac and cheese

How To Store Dr. Pepper Pulled Chicken

Refrigerate:
Store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.

Freeze:
Cool completely and freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and reheat on the stove or microwave.

Dr. Pepper Pulled Chicken Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 363 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 45 g
• Protein: 32 g
• Fat: 4 g
• Cholesterol: 96 mg
• Sodium: 1165 mg
• Sugar: 38 g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use Diet Dr. Pepper?
Yes, it works, but the flavor will be slightly different and less sweet.

Can I make this spicy?
Add hot sauce or crushed red pepper to the BBQ sauce.

Do I need to drain the liquid before shredding?
No, the sauce thickens as you shred and mix the chicken.

Can I double the recipe?
Yes, just ensure your crock pot is large enough.

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