Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken (Juicy, Versatile & Family-Friendly)

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 6 hours | Total: 6 hours 10 minutes | Serves: 4–6
Best For: meal prep, busy days, family dinners

An Easy Set-and-Forget Family Meal

This slow cooker pulled chicken is one of those recipes that quietly saves the day. With just a few simple ingredients and almost no hands-on time, the chicken cooks low and slow until it’s tender enough to fall apart.

It’s a flexible, no-fuss meal that fits beautifully into everyday family life. Whether it’s tucked into wraps, served over rice, or enjoyed as leftovers the next day, it’s a reminder that simple food, made with care, can be both comforting and nourishing.

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken

• 1 kg chicken breast or chicken thigh fillets

• 1 onion, sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup chicken stock

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Optional:

• 1 teaspoon dried herbs (Italian or mixed herbs)

• BBQ sauce or gravy for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Add the chicken to the slow cooker in a single layer.

2. Scatter over the onion and garlic.

3. Pour in the chicken stock and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Cook on LOW for 6 hours or until the chicken is very tender.

5. Shred the chicken using two forks directly in the slow cooker.

6. Stir well to coat the chicken in the cooking juices and serve.

Helpful Tips

• Chicken thighs stay extra juicy if you prefer dark meat

• A quick cheat is to use frozen diced onion if you’re short on time

• Add sauce after shredding if serving in wraps or rolls

• This freezes well for easy future meals

Why This Recipe Works

• Slow cooking keeps the chicken tender

• Simple ingredients with big flavour

• Extremely versatile for different meals

• Beginner-friendly and hard to get wrong

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