Description
Crockpot Cherry Cola Pulled Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that brings a delightful sweet and savory flavor to your table. With tender, juicy chicken infused with the rich aroma of cherry cola and BBQ sauce, this dish is perfect for gatherings, game days, or a cozy weeknight dinner. Simply set it and forget it in your crockpot for an easy meal that will impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 – 2 lbs)
- 1 cup cherry cola
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Chop onion and mince garlic; set aside.
- (Optional) Sear chicken breasts in a pan over medium-high heat until golden brown.
- Place chicken into the crockpot; add cherry cola, BBQ sauce, onions, and garlic. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred chicken with two forks in the crockpot, mixing well with sauce.
- Serve on buns or over rice; garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low (or 3 hours on high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg