Description
Crockpot Cherry Cola Pulled Chicken is an effortless, mouthwatering dish that transforms your busy weeknights into a culinary delight. With tender chicken simmered in a sweet and tangy cherry cola sauce, this recipe is perfect for game days, family gatherings, or casual dinners. Simply toss the ingredients into your crockpot and let it work its magic while you enjoy the delicious aroma wafting through your home. Serve it on buns or over rice for a versatile meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup cherry cola
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (for thickening)
- 2 tbsp water (for cornstarch mixture)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and season with salt and pepper.
- Layer sliced onions on top of the chicken.
- Pour cherry cola and BBQ sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and mix with juices.
- For a thicker sauce, combine cornstarch with water, stir into the crockpot, and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve on buns or over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg