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Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Tender Crockpot BBQ Chicken: A Family Favorite Made Easy

This Crockpot BBQ Chicken is a simple, tender, and flavorful dish perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 3 cups shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.

For the Sauce

  • 1.5 cups BBQ sauce Choose your favorite brand.
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar Adds depth of sweetness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances overall flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder Gives a subtle sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Crucial for authentic BBQ taste.

Seasoning

  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker, ensuring even spacing for optimal cooking.
  • Make the BBQ Sauce: Combine BBQ sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
  • Coat the Chicken: Pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken and toss until coated.
  • Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours.
  • Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker and mix with the sauce.
  • Season and Serve: Add salt and pepper to taste and serve on buns or with fresh coleslaw.

Notes

Select a quality BBQ sauce for the best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the slow cooker for even cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword BBQ, Chicken, Crockpot BBQ Chicken, easy recipes, family meals, slow cooker
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