Introduction
Summer is here and that means it’s time to break out the grill and start barbecuing! One of the most popular dishes to serve at any BBQ is pulled chicken. It’s tender, juicy, and absolutely delicious. In this article, we’re going to show you how to make the best-pulled chicken BBQ recipe you’ll ever taste.Ingredients
To make the perfect pulled chicken BBQ, you’ll need the following ingredients:- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp. of olive oil
- 1 tbsp. of garlic powder
- 1 tbsp. of onion powder
- 1 tsp. of smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. of cumin
- 1 tsp. of salt
- 1 tsp. of black pepper
Marinade
To start, you’ll want to marinade your chicken breasts. In a large plastic bag, mix together your olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add your chicken breasts to the bag, seal it up, and shake it until the chicken is coated in the marinade. Let the chicken sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes, but preferably overnight.Cooking
Once your chicken has marinated, it’s time to cook it on the grill. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush a little bit of oil onto the grates to prevent the chicken from sticking. Place your chicken onto the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.Shredding
After your chicken has finished cooking, it’s time to shred it. Using two forks, pull the chicken apart into small, bite-sized pieces. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect, you want the chicken to be a little bit chunky.Sauce
In a small saucepan, heat up your favorite BBQ sauce. Once it’s warmed through, add your shredded chicken to the saucepan and stir until the chicken is fully coated in the sauce.Serving
Now it’s time to serve up your delicious pulled chicken BBQ. You can serve it on a bun with some coleslaw, or on a plate with some grilled vegetables. No matter how you serve it, your guests are sure to be impressed.Tips
Here are a few tips to help you make the best-pulled chicken BBQ ever:- Marinade your chicken overnight for maximum flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to make sure your chicken is cooked all the way through.
- Don’t over-shred your chicken, you want it to be a little bit chunky.
- Warm up your BBQ sauce before adding your chicken to it.