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Crockpot BBQ Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 sandwiches
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crockpot BBQ Chicken recipe is a simple, flavorful slow-cooked dish perfect for sandwiches and casual gatherings. Tender boneless skinless chicken breasts are cooked low and slow in a tangy and slightly sweet BBQ sauce infused with Worcestershire, brown sugar, and spices. Easily shredded in the crockpot, this versatile pulled chicken can be served on buns with coleslaw or your favorite sides for a comforting meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 medium breasts)

Sauce

  • 1.5 cups BBQ sauce (use your favorite)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For Serving

  • Buns
  • Coleslaw

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker to start the base of your dish.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Toss gently to ensure each piece is well coated with the sauce.
  4. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook the chicken on high for 3 to 4 hours (3.5 hours recommended) or on low for 6 to 7 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker to absorb all the sauce. Stir well to coat the shredded chicken evenly.
  6. Season to Taste: Taste the shredded chicken and if needed, season with salt and pepper before serving.
  7. Serve: Serve the BBQ chicken on buns topped with coleslaw or your favorite sides for a delicious sandwich.

Notes

  • Makes enough for about 6-8 sandwiches, fewer if sandwiches are heavily stuffed.
  • Shred the chicken to your preferred texture, either finely or coarsely shredded.
  • Four medium chicken breasts generally equal 2 pounds; chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts if preferred.
  • Uses a traditional Crockpot slow cooker for the best results.
  • An Instant Pot version of this recipe is available for faster cooking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximate)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Find it online: https://jessicasrecipes.com/crockpot-bbq-chicken-recipe/