Sometimes the best meals come from the simplest recipes, and this Crockpot BBQ Chicken is the perfect example of that. Tossing some chicken into a slow cooker with your favorite barbecue sauce and letting it simmer is all it takes to create a dish that’s tender, juicy, and packed with flavor.
The real beauty of this recipe lies in its convenience—set it and forget it! I discovered this gem one busy weeknight when I was craving something comforting but didn’t have the time or energy to spend hours in the kitchen.
The chicken cooks low and slow, absorbing all the smoky, tangy flavors of the BBQ sauce, making it the kind of dish you can’t stop eating. Plus, the slow-cooked texture is so perfect, that it practically falls apart.
Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or need something quick for a busy family dinner, this recipe has you covered. And if you’re looking for a fresh, crunchy side to pair with it, my Keto Greek Cucumber Salad or Low Carb Keto Coleslaw are perfect matches!
Flavor Bomb Alert!
- Easy Prep, Big Flavor: I love how simple it is to throw everything in the slow cooker, yet it comes out tasting like I’ve spent hours cooking.
- Perfectly Tender Chicken: The slow cooking process makes the chicken so tender that it practically melts in your mouth.
- Great for Meal Prep: I often make a big batch at the beginning of the week, knowing it’s a meal I can rely on when time is tight.
- Customizable BBQ Sauce: You can switch up the flavors by trying different barbecue sauces—spicy, sweet, and smoky—the options are endless.
- Perfect for any occasion: Whether it’s a casual dinner or a weekend BBQ, this recipe is always a hit!
Crockpot BBQ Chicken Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Slow cooker
- Spoon or tongs
- Forks (for shredding)
- Measuring spoons
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 bottle barbeque sauce
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours.
- After cooking, remove the chicken from the slow cooker.
- Shred the chicken using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
- Serve the BBQ chicken and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes.
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
| Nutrition | Value |
| Calories | 432kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 34g |
| Fibre | 1g |
| Fat | 15g |
| Protein | 18g |
| Cholesterol | 99g |
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