Description
This Zesty Slow Cooker Chicken Barbecue is a flavorful, hands-off meal that’s perfect for busy days. With tender, shredded chicken coated in a tangy and slightly sweet barbecue sauce, it’s versatile enough for sandwiches, tacos, or rice bowls. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic!
Ingredients
- 6 frozen skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 1 (12-ounce) bottle of barbecue sauce
- ½ cup Italian salad dressing
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
Place the frozen chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. - Mix the Sauce:
In a medium bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, Italian salad dressing, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well mixed. - Add the Sauce:
Pour the barbecue sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. - Cook Low and Slow:
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The chicken is ready when it’s tender and shreds easily with a fork. - Shred and Serve:
Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce. Serve hot with your choice of sides or as a filling for sandwiches or tacos.
Notes
- For a Spicy Kick: Add a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the barbecue sauce mixture.
- Use Fresh Chicken: If using fresh chicken instead of frozen, reduce the cooking time slightly to avoid overcooking.
- Freezer-Friendly: Cool the cooked chicken completely and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Thickening the Sauce: If the sauce is too thin, remove the chicken and let the sauce simmer in the slow cooker with the lid off for 10-15 minutes, or stir in a cornstarch slurry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American