Slow Cooker Maple-Gochujang Pulled Chicken
Slow Cooker Maple-Gochujang Pulled Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the spicy kick of gochujang. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this tender chicken cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker, filling your home with irresistible aromas. Ideal for serving in tacos, over rice, or as a sandwich filling, this recipe guarantees satisfaction at every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, gochujang, garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar until smooth.
- Pour sauce over chicken, ensuring even coating.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked and tender, shred chicken in the sauce using two forks.
- Serve on buns or over rice with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. - Substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for a different twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.