Description
This Crockpot BBQ Chicken is the easiest way to get tender, juicy, and flavorful shredded chicken with minimal effort! Slow-cooked in a rich, smoky barbecue sauce, this dish is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, rice bowls, or even as a topping for baked potatoes. Just toss everything in the crockpot, set it, and forget it—dinner is ready with no stress!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
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Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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Cook: Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
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Shred and Mix: Remove the chicken from the crockpot, shred it with two forks, then return it to the sauce. Stir well to coat the shredded chicken in the barbecue sauce.
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Serve: Enjoy on sandwiches, tacos, rice bowls, or with a side of coleslaw and cornbread!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for an even juicier texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months
- Great for meal prep—make a big batch and use it throughout the week in different dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American