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Keto Crockpot BBQ Pulled Chicken Lettuce Cups

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Juicy, keto-friendly pulled chicken cooked in tangy sugar-free barbecue sauce, served in crisp lettuce cups for handheld, low-carb comfort food. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day feasts with big flavor and zero guilt.

  • Total Time: 495
  • Yield: 6 lettuce cups 1x

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
1/4 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce
1 tbsp butter, softened
1 small onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
6 large romaine lettuce leaves
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
2 jalapeños, sliced (optional, for heat)
1 avocado, diced (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Combine chicken thighs, BBQ sauce, butter, onion, garlic, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker
Close and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours
Shred chicken with two forks until tender
Serve in lettuce cups, top with green onions, jalapeños, and avocado (if using)

Notes

Use skin-on chicken thighs for extra moisture
For richer flavor, add 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar to the sauce
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
Dairy-free: Substitute butter with olive oil

  • Author: Sabella
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 480
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Keto, Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 lettuce cup
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 112mg