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    Foody Schmoody Blog Recipes For Everyone » Slow Cooker / Crock Pot

    Published: Mar 8, 2017 · Modified: Apr 4, 2025 by foodyschmoody ·

    Cherry Chipotle Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken

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    If you like the combination of sweet and smoky you'll love these easy to make Slow Cooker Pulled (Cherry Chipotle) Sandwiches.

    I first created this recipe for Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sandwiches as part of a paid partnership. Since that time, recipe remains the same, however, paid mentions have been removed.

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    shredded chicken on top of a burger bun and avocado slices are on top of that. The top bun is off to the side.

    If you like a slow cooker chicken meal, be sure to also try my family's favorite Slow Cooker Chicken Caesar Wraps.

    Besides this pulled chicken being tasty, a big reason to love this recipe is that it is both easy to prepare and easy to reheat!

    A white bowl full of prepared pulled chicken.

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    Lots of pulled pork and pulled chicken recipes call for soda. The thing is I'm using cherry flavored soda. The slight cherry flavor pairs great with the chipotle BBQ sauce.

    Ingredients

    Complete ingredient list with amounts, check the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    • Boneless Chicken Breast
    • Cherry Soda
    • Spices - Salt, Pepper and Garlic Powder
    • Chipotle Flavored BBQ Sauce

    Instructions

    Complete cooking instructions located in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

    Season the chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder and place in slow cooker.

    Add a cup of the cherry soda and cook in the crockpot. My crockpot runs hot so I only needed four hours. Most probably will go 6 hours.

    Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place on a cutting board. Shred the chicken.

    How to shred chicken: There are several methods to shred chicken. For me, the easiest is to just use two forks. Other options are to use meat claws or a hand mixer.

    If there are any unsavory bits floating around in the slow cooker, use a slotted spoon to remove.

    Return the shredded chicken back to the slow cooker and stir in the BBQ sauce.

    Replace the cover and allow it all to hang out on the low setting for about a half hour.

    After about a half hour, you can make a sandwich out of the chicken.

    I would highly recommend, using toasted brioche rolls.

    I like to add guacamole or avocado slices to my pulled pork but if you are a coleslaw person, check out this Coleslaw Recipe or this Kale Slaw!

    An aeriel view of the prepared pulled chicken in a black slow cooker.

    If you don't want to make a sandwich, there are other ways to each pulled chicken besides a sandwich. Here are a few of my favorites.

    • topping for pizza
    • in a wrap
    • for tacos or nachos
    • baked potato bar option
    • top french fries for loaded fries

    Printable Recipe Card

    pulled chicken on the bottom of a roll, topped with avocado slices.

    Cherry Chipotle Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken

    foodyschmoody
    Pulled chicken is easy and versatile when made in the slow cooker. Just add everything to the crockpot, then shred and serve.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 6 hours hrs
    Total Time 6 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 203 kcal

    Equipment

    • Slow Cooker

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Pounds boneless chicken breast
    • 1 Teaspoon salt
    • ½ Teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
    • ½ Teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 Cup Cherry flavored soda
    • 1 Cup chipotle BBQ sauce

    Ingredients For Use In Sandwiches

    • brioche rolls or preferred rolls
    • 1 avocado sliced

    Instructions
     

    • Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray or line with a liner. 
    • Season chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder.  Place in the slow cooker. Pour 7UP over chicken. Cover and cook 4-6 hours on low.
    • Remove chicken from slow cooker and place on cutting board or dish. Using a slotted spoon, remove any visible fat that might remain in slow cooker. Shred chicken and place back in cooker. 
    • Stir BBQ sauce into chicken. Replace cover and cook 30 minutes on low.

    For Use In Sandwich

    • Preheat oven to 450. 
    • Place opened brioche rolls, cut side up on baking sheet and toast in heated oven 5 minutes or just until toasted.
    • Place shredded chicken on rolls and top with avocado and/or preferred sandwich toppings.

    Notes

    Nutritional values are for the pulled chicken as prepared.
    The roll and avocado are not included in nutritional values.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 203kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 24gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 792mgPotassium: 507mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 115IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword chicken sandwich, sandwich, slow cooker, slow cooker chicken
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    1. The Food Hunter says

      March 08, 2017 at 9:57 am

      I love the idea of the avocado on top....I never think of that

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    2. jamie says

      March 08, 2017 at 3:30 pm

      I've tried ginger ale before, but never thought of cherry 7- up. I bet that was good.

      Reply
    3. Alyssa | EverydayMaven says

      March 08, 2017 at 3:39 pm

      Avocado is such a great sandwich topping!

      Reply
    4. Kat@Home.Made.Interest says

      March 09, 2017 at 4:03 pm

      Now that sounds delicious! I never would have thought of using cherry!

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    5. Amber says

      March 09, 2017 at 4:11 pm

      Loving that you used cherry! Looks so delish.

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    6. Michelle says

      March 09, 2017 at 7:46 pm

      Would you believe I have never cooked with 7up! Love chipotle though! This sounds amazing!

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    7. Jessica Cross says

      March 09, 2017 at 9:51 pm

      My family LOVES cherry 7-up so I know these would be a hit. I also feel ya on your dinner issues. My husband used to commute 1 1/2 hours each way to work (we live in the very busy suburb area of D.C) and dinnertime was always a struggle because of his late schedule getting home. Thanks for the easy and delicious recipe. I'm totally trying this.

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    8. Charbel says

      March 11, 2017 at 11:01 am

      I love the addition of the avocados - this looks amazing!

      Reply

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