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    Home » Recipes » Paleo Recipes

    Paleo Pulled Chicken (Slow Cooker) Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Pulled pork, pulled beef, pulled duck, pulled chicken. There is absolutely no meat that cannot be slow-cooked to perfection and pulled between two forks without the desire to snatch a hearty forkful while it is still hot.

    Paleo Pulled Chicken in a white dish

    And when it is smothered in ketchup, molasses, and mustard? Well, then consider yourself an official taste taster and get to work. After all, you need to make sure that is worthy of serving - and this Paleo-pulled chicken most certainly is!

    For starters, make sure to buy the best chicken you can afford. If you are Paleo on a budget, know that there are options for eating healthy. It may take some creativity in the beginning, though you will quickly get the hang of it, and meal planning has a lot to do with being thrifty.

    When you are able to cook amazing food in batches, not only do you save time in the kitchen, but you can also save money. For example, by buying in bulk. It may seem strange at first to buy pounds of meat at a time, even directly from the farmer, yet it does make an impact on your food budget.

    While chicken breasts are ideal for simmering in a slow cooker, they can be pricey. Don't let that hold you back from indulging every once in a while! Of course, you can always opt for a bone-in recipe to save a little; slow-cooked jerk-style chicken is perfect for that.

    Paleo Pulled Chicken Recipe

    Serves: 6 Prep: 15 min Cook: 6 hr

    Ingredients

    • 1 medium onion
    • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 cup ketchup
    • ½ cup chicken stock
    • 2 tbsp. cider vinegar
    • 2 tbsp. molasses
    • 1 tbsp. mustard
    • ¼ tsp. black pepper
    • 1 tsp. onion powder
    • ¼ tsp. cumin
    • ½ tsp. garlic powder
    • ½ tsp. Tabasco sauce
    • Salt to taste

    Preparation

    1. Remove the ends and skin of the onion. Halve it and thinly slice. Place the sliced onion on the bottom of the slow cooker, being sure to distribute them evenly. Then place the whole chicken breasts atop the bed of onions. Try to prevent any overlapping of the chicken.
    2. Combine all the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk together to ensure an even consistency and no clumping. Pour over the chicken.
    3. Cook on low setting for 6 hours.
    4. While the chicken is still hot, use two forks to shred and pull it apart. Once it is all shredded, coat well in the sauce and serves hot.

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    Paleo Pulled Chicken Recipe

    Paleo Pulled Chicken Recipe

    What if you came home to an amazing pot of Paleo pulled chicken, slowly simmering away on low? Would it entice you to chop up a salad and bake a dessert?
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 6 hours hrs
    Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 251 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 medium onion
    • 4 chicken breasts skinless , boneless
    • 1 cup ketchup
    • ½ cup chicken stock
    • 2 tbsp. cider vinegar
    • 2 tbsp. molasses
    • 1 tbsp. mustard
    • ¼ tsp. black pepper
    • 1 tsp. onion powder
    • ¼ tsp. cumin
    • ½ tsp. garlic powder
    • ½ tsp. Tabasco sauce
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Remove the ends and skin of the onion. Halve it and thinly slice. Place the sliced onion on the bottom of the slow cooker, being sure to evenly distribute them. Then place the whole chicken breasts atop the bed of onions. Try to prevent any overlapping of the chicken.
      1 medium onion
    • Combine all the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk together to ensure an even consistency and no clumping. Pour over the chicken.
      4 chicken breasts, 1 cup ketchup, ½ cup chicken stock, 2 tbsp. cider vinegar, 2 tbsp. molasses, 1 tbsp. mustard, ¼ tsp. black pepper, 1 tsp. onion powder, ¼ tsp. cumin, ½ tsp. garlic powder, ½ tsp. Tabasco sauce, Salt to taste
    • Cook on low setting for 6 hours.
    • While the chicken is still hot, use two forks to shred and pull it apart. Once it is all shredded, coat well in the sauce and serve hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 37gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 156mgPotassium: 441mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 31IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword paleo chicken, pulled chicken
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    Filed Under: Paleo Chicken and Poultry Recipes, Paleo Recipes Tagged With: cooking: fast prep, cooking: slow-cooker, diet: dairy-free, diet: no sweeteners, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free, good for leftovers, Paleo Dinner Recipes, Paleo Kid-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Low-Carb Recipes

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