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Microwave BBQ Pulled Chicken
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Microwave BBQ Pulled Chicken

Tender BBQ pulled chicken made completely in the microwave makes weeknight dinners a total breeze. This quick microwave method produces juicy shredded chicken smothered in smoky barbecue sauce ready to serve in minutes.

4.5
9 min
🍴2 servings
🔥310 cal
🔖Easy
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30 second summary

Juicy microwave BBQ pulled chicken ready in under 10 minutes.

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Nutrition per serving

310Calories
32gProtein
24gCarbs
7gFat
1gFiber

Ingredients

2servings

main

sauce

seasoning

serving

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Instructions

1

Season the Chicken

Place chicken breasts in a single layer in a microwave-safe dish. Season with garlic powder and pour half the BBQ sauce over the chicken. Cover with a microwave-safe lid or wrap.

2

Microwave the Chicken

Microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Let rest covered for 1 minute.

3

Shred and Serve

Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the dish. Stir in remaining BBQ sauce and toss to coat. Pile onto hamburger buns and serve immediately.

Substitutions

chicken breastsboneless chicken thighs
BBQ sauceteriyaki sauce for an Asian twist

Common mistakes

Cooking chicken uncovered which dries it out and prevents even cooking
Not checking internal temperature and serving undercooked chicken
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