Description
Indulge in the comforting aroma of slow cooker BBQ chicken, a dish that transforms busy days into delicious family feasts. With tender chicken drenched in a sticky-sweet sauce, this recipe is effortless and customizable, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this BBQ chicken is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 – 2 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour in the BBQ sauce, followed by the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth.
- Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken shreds easily with forks.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and mix back into the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, briefly sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Swap out BBQ sauce for teriyaki or honey mustard for different flavor profiles. Enhance with vegetables like bell peppers or jalapeños for an extra kick.