Tender Slow-Cooked Crockpot Chicken with Irresistible BBQ Sauce

This Crockpot Chicken dish delivers tender, flavorful chicken in a smoky-sweet BBQ sauce, making weeknight dinners effortless and enjoyable.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thighs can be used for a juicier flavor.

For the BBQ Sauce

18 oz Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce A perfect flavor base.
0.25 cup Brown sugar Substitute with honey or maple syrup if desired.
0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar Rice vinegar is a good alternative.
1 tablespoon Olive oil Any neutral oil or melted butter can work.
1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used instead.

Seasoning

Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken - Pat the chicken breasts dry, season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Mix the Sauce - Whisk BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil in a bowl until smooth.
Step 3: Place Chicken in Slow Cooker - Layer the chicken breasts evenly in the slow cooker.
Step 4: Add the Sauce - Pour the sauce over the chicken, coating each piece generously.
Step 5: Cook the Chicken - Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours or on High for 2 to 3 hours until done.
Step 6: Shred the Chicken - Remove chicken from the slow cooker, shred it, and return it to the pot, mixing with sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Consider using thighs for a richer flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.

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