Description
Crockpot barbeque chicken is a flavorful and effortless dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a mouthwatering meal. Slow-cooked in a rich, tangy barbecue sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Simply set it and forget it while your home fills with delicious aromas. Whether served on buns, over rice, or in salads, this chicken dish guarantees satisfaction and requests for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry.
- In a bowl, combine barbecue sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, and smoked paprika; mix well.
- Place chicken in the crockpot and top with chopped onion and garlic.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken ensuring even coverage.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot using two forks; stir to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 142g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add diced bell peppers or your favorite spices. Frozen chicken can be used; increase cooking time by an hour. Experiment with different barbecue sauces to find your ideal flavor profile.