Savor the Flavor: Easy BBQ Chicken Hacks
Hey there, busy beavers! Have you ever had one of those days where you can’t seem to find the time to cook a healthy meal? Well, fear not because I have the perfect solution for you: BBQ Chicken Freezer Meals!
This recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. BBQ Chicken is hearty and filling, which makes it perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It’s also great for meal prep, which means you can make a big batch and have leftovers for lunch or dinner throughout the week. BBQ chicken is one of the most versatile meals I make.
How to Make This Delicious Freezer Meal
- Combine boneless skinless chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a gallon-sized plastic freezer bag.
- Stir gently to combine, remove air, seal, and freeze. It’s that simple!
Boneless skinless chicken breasts are a great source of lean protein. Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues in your body, and it also helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied. This is especially important if you’re trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight.
The BBQ sauce is a great source of flavor without adding too many calories or fat. Just make sure to choose a BBQ sauce low in sugar and sodium. You can also make your own BBQ sauce if you prefer. Looking for some ways to use it again and again? Try one of the below uses, or let your imagination run wild!
Different Ways to Use BBQ Chicken
- Sliders: For the perfect appetizer or party food, use mini buns and top with a slice of cheese, lettuce, and tomato for a delicious bite-sized sandwich.
- Pizza: You can use a homemade or store-bought pizza crust and top it with BBQ sauce, shredded chicken, cheese, and your favorite toppings.
- Tacos: Serve them in a tortilla with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Salad: Add the chicken to a bed of greens and top with your favorite veggies and dressing.
- Quesadillas: Gill a tortilla with shredded chicken, cheese, and any other toppings you like, then cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Nachos: These make a great appetizer or snack. You can top tortilla chips with shredded chicken, cheese, jalapeños, and any other toppings you like, then bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: Top a baked sweet potato with shredded chicken, cheese, and any other toppings you like, then bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Baked Potatoes: Top a baked potato with shredded chicken, cheese, and any other toppings you like, then bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Mac and Cheese: Add shredded chicken to homemade or boxed mac and cheese for a smoky flavor.
- Sandwiches: Serve shredded chicken on bread with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
- Wraps: Wrap the shredded chicken in a tortilla with lettuce, cheese, and any other toppings you like, then enjoy it on the go.
- Stuffed Peppers: Use shredded chicken as a filling for bell peppers, then bake until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Chili: Add shredded chicken to a pot of chili for a smoky flavor that pairs well with the other spices and ingredients.
- Rice Bowls: Serve shredded chicken over rice with your favorite veggies and toppings, such as avocado, corn, and black beans.
- Lettuce Wraps: For a low-carb lunch, wrap the shredded chicken in lettuce leaves with your favorite toppings, such as shredded carrots, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Stuffed Mushrooms: For an appetizer, use shredded chicken as a filling for portobello mushrooms, then bake until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Omelet: Add shredded chicken to an omelet with cheese and veggies, such as bell peppers and onions.
- Spaghetti Squash: You can use shredded chicken as a topping for roasted spaghetti squash, then add your favorite veggies and toppings, such as diced tomatoes and fresh basil.
- Stuffed Zucchini: You can use shredded chicken as a filling for halved zucchini, then bake until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Breakfast Hash: Add shredded chicken to a skillet with potatoes, veggies, and eggs for a delicious and satisfying meal that will keep you full all morning.
BBQ Chicken Freezer Meals are a healthy and delicious option for busy individuals who want to eat well without sacrificing taste or convenience. So, next time you’re short on time, have a batch of BBQ Chicken waiting in your freezer. Enjoy a hearty and flavorful meal that will keep you satisfied and energized throughout the day.
Savor the Flavor: Easy BBQ Chicken Hacks
- 1.9998 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 0.4998 cup bbq sauce sugar free bbq sauce
- 0.4998 cup chicken broth
- 0.2502 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1.0002 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1.0002 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1.0002 tsp salt
- 0.4998 tsp black pepper
- 1.0002 cup bbq sauce (additional) optional, not needed until day of cooking
1) Label your 1 gallon-sized plastic freezer bag. Make sure to include name, instructions, and a use-by date (I recommend 90 days after prep date).
2) Add all ingredients to your freezer bag. Stir gently to combine.
3) Remove air, seal and freeze.
Crockpot Instructions
-Thaw the freezer meal overnight in the fridge.
-Transfer contents into Crockpot.
-From thawed, cook on low for 4- 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
-Reserve about 1/2 cup of the sauce and discard the rest. Mix with the extra 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce if desired.
-Slice or shred chicken and mix with the sauce.
Instant Pot Instructions
-From frozen, sauté in Instant Pot for 5 minutes. Pressure cook on high for 20 minutes then natural release for 10 minutes.
-Reserve about 1/2 cup of the sauce and discard the rest. Mix with the extra 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce if desired.
-Slice or shred chicken and mix with the sauce.
TIP: Wrap in chilled romaine lettuce cups for a low-carb option in which the mix of temperatures and textures delight or serve on whole-wheat rolls for healthy, hearty sliders on a cheat night! Sliced fresh avocado is wonderful on top!
We have tested this recipe for a serving size of 6. If you are cooking for less than 6 people, decrease the amount of liquid and the cook time. If you are cooking for more than 6 people, increase the amount of liquid and the cook time. Do this and your meals will NEVER turn out dry or mushy. Happy Cooking!
Susana Ojeda West
FreezerFit Head Chef
Susana Ojeda West
FreezerFit Head Chef
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