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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Recipe

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4.4 from 8 reviews

This Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken recipe offers a simple and flavorful way to prepare tender, shredded chicken infused with rich barbecue seasoning and sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or to prepare in advance for gatherings, it uses minimal ingredients and a slow cooker to deliver moist, delicious chicken that can be served on its own or used in sandwiches, salads, or wraps.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs and breasts (split half and half)

Seasoning & Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon BBQ seasoning
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs and breasts in the slow cooker insert. Evenly sprinkle the BBQ seasoning over the chicken pieces and rub it in gently to coat all sides, ensuring the seasoning adheres well for maximum flavor.
  2. Add BBQ Sauce: Pour 1 cup of BBQ sauce evenly over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker. Cover the slow cooker with its lid to lock in moisture and flavor.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook the chicken for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking time allows the chicken to become tender and fully infused with the BBQ flavors.
  4. Shred the Chicken: When cooking is complete, carefully remove the chicken pieces from the slow cooker insert and shred them using two forks until the meat is pulled apart into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Combine and Serve: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker insert and stir it thoroughly into the remaining BBQ sauce to coat all the shredded pieces evenly. Serve the BBQ chicken hot and enjoy as a main dish or in sandwiches and wraps.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use a BBQ seasoning blend that suits your taste preference, whether smoky, spicy, or sweet.
  • You can use all thighs or all breasts if you prefer; thighs yield juicier results.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, remove the lid in the last 30 minutes of cooking to reduce liquids.
  • Leftover BBQ chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve with coleslaw or pickles for a classic BBQ meal experience.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/slow-cooker-bbq-chicken-recipe/