Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Pulled Chicken

This Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Pulled Chicken is a juicy, tangy-sweet dish with tender chicken in a vibrant chili sauce. Perfect for tacos, sliders, or bowls, it’s gluten-free, easy, and ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Pulled Chicken is a flavor-packed, fuss-free meal that brings a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy to your table. Tender chicken breasts soak up a vibrant sweet chili sauce, transforming into juicy, shreddable perfection that’s versatile enough for tacos, sliders, salads, or rice bowls. The slow cooker makes it effortless—just toss in the ingredients and let it simmer, filling your home with a mouthwatering aroma. Ideal for busy weeknights, game days, or meal prep, this gluten-free dish is budget-friendly and customizable for milder or spicier palates. Leftovers taste even better, making it a go-to for quick, delicious meals that everyone will love.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Use Boneless Chicken: Breasts shred easily; thighs add richer flavor.
• Adjust Sweetness: Taste sauce before cooking; add more honey or chili for balance.
• Shred Warm: Use two forks or a hand mixer for quick shredding.
• Check Sauce Thickness: Cook uncovered last 30 minutes if too thin.
• Sauté Aromatics (Optional): Enhances flavor depth but can be skipped.
• Use Fresh Lime: Brightens flavors; bottled lacks vibrancy.
• Don’t Overcook: Check chicken at 3.5 hours to avoid dryness.
• Rest Before Serving: Lets juices settle for moist, flavorful chicken.

Yield: 8 Servings

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Pulled Chicken

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Tender pulled chicken in sweet-spicy chili sauce, perfect for tacos or bowls.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 4 hours

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes

Ingredients

• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
• ¾ cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Dice onion, mince garlic, and measure sauce ingredients for quick assembly.

Sauté (Optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet; cook onion and garlic 3-4 minutes until soft.

Layer Slow Cooker: Place onion and garlic in a 4-quart slow cooker; top with chicken breasts.

Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk sweet chili sauce, honey, soy sauce, and chicken broth until smooth.

Taste Sauce: Adjust honey for sweetness or chili sauce for heat to suit your taste.

Pour Over Chicken: Cover chicken with sauce mixture; season with salt and pepper.

Cook Low: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours until chicken is tender and shreddable.

Shred Chicken: Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to slow cooker.

Add Lime: Stir in lime juice; taste and adjust salt or spice as needed.

Serve: Garnish with cilantro; serve in tacos, sliders, or bowls with your favorite toppings.

Notes

• Use a 4-quart slow cooker for even cooking and saucy results.
• Sautéing aromatics adds depth but can be skipped for simplicity.
• Leftovers are perfect for nachos, quesadillas, or salad toppers.
• Serve with avocado, jalapeños, or sour cream for extra flavor.

Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 272Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 4gUnsaturated Fat 10gCholesterol 93mgSodium 224mgCarbohydrates 11gFiber 1gSugar 9gProtein 25g

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Ingredients Notes

• Chicken Breasts (1.5 lbs): Boneless, skinless for easy shredding; thighs for richer taste.
• Sweet Chili Sauce (¾ cup): Store-bought or homemade; balances sweet and spicy.
• Honey (¼ cup): Natural sweetener; maple syrup as vegan alternative.
• Soy Sauce (¼ cup): Low-sodium for control; tamari for gluten-free.
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced): Fresh for bold aroma; powder (1 tsp) as substitute.
• Lime Juice (1 tbsp, fresh): Adds zesty brightness; lemon as alternative.
• Onion (1 small, diced): Yellow for sweetness; red for sharper flavor.
• Chicken Broth (½ cup): Low-sodium for juiciness; vegetable broth works too.
• Olive Oil (1 tbsp): For sautéing; optional for richer flavor.
• Cilantro (2 tbsp, chopped): Fresh garnish; parsley for cilantro-averse.

Variations and Substitutions

• Gluten-Free: Use tamari or GF soy sauce; ensure chili sauce is compliant.
• Milder Flavor: Reduce chili sauce to ½ cup; add extra honey.
• Spicy Kick: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes or sriracha.
• Vegetarian: Swap chicken for jackfruit or tofu.
• Low-Carb: Serve in lettuce wraps or over cauliflower rice.
• Veggie Boost: Add diced bell peppers or carrots to slow cooker.
• Protein Swap: Use pork shoulder for a different texture.
• Creamy Twist: Stir in 2 tbsp coconut milk at end.

Storage Options

• Refrigerator: Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze up to 3 months; thaw overnight in fridge.
• Reheating: Warm on stove with splash of broth; microwave gently.

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