Description
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken is a juicy, tender dish that combines the convenience of a slow cooker with the irresistible flavor of barbecue sauce. Ideal for busy nights, this recipe requires minimal effort and delivers a comforting meal perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served with your favorite sides. Effortlessly delicious!
Ingredients
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Chicken breasts or thighs
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BBQ sauce
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Onion (optional)
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Garlic (optional)
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Salt
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Pepper
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts or thighs in the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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Add BBQ Sauce: Pour BBQ sauce over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated. Add optional ingredients like garlic or onions for extra flavor.
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Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
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Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker, mixing with the sauce.
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Serve: Serve the shredded BBQ chicken on buns, over rice, or with your favorite sides.
Notes
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Bone-in Chicken: Bone-in chicken adds extra flavor but will take longer to cook.
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Don’t Overcook: Chicken is done when easily shredded. Overcooking can result in dry meat.
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Adjust BBQ Sauce: Customize the sweetness or tanginess of the BBQ sauce to suit your taste.
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For Crispy Edges: After shredding, transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and broil for a few minutes to caramelize the edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours (Low) or 2–3 hours (High)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: BBQ chicken, slow cooker BBQ, chicken recipe, easy chicken, comfort food, meal prep, family-friendly, dinner recipe