Keto BBQ Pulled Chicken

Keto BBQ Pulled Chicken is a savory and satisfying dish, perfect for a low-carb diet while still delivering that classic American BBQ flavor. Tender chicken is slow-cooked in a rich, sugar-free barbecue sauce, making it a delightful meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 500 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 240 ml
• Sugar-free BBQ sauce - 120 ml
• Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Worcestershire sauce - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Season the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, browning on both sides for about 3-4 minutes each.
5. Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 1 hour or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks.
7. In the same skillet, add the sugar-free BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine.
8. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well with the sauce, cooking for an additional 10 minutes to heat through.
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional BBQ sauce if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 50 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 125 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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