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Heat grill to 400°F.
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Combine the ingredients for the rub in a small bowl and set aside.
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Drizzle chicken with olive oil and generously season both sides with the rub. Chill until ready to grill or make immediately.
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Place chicken on the prepared grill and grill over direct heat until cooked through, flipping once or twice. Keep the lid closed while grilling. Juices should run clear when done.
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Let chicken cool for a few minutes and then shred the chicken.
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BBQ Pulled Chicken Recipe
Root Beer BBQ Sauce
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Meanwhile, or even before cooking the chicken, prepare the barbecue sauce. Heat olive oil in a 3 quart saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent.
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Stir in chili powder, garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
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Pour in root beer and stir to combine.Stir in ketchup, lemon juice and molasses.
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Bring sauce to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
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Add the pulled chicken to the barbecue sauce and stir to combine.
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