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Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Mouthwatering Crockpot BBQ Chicken for Busy Weeknights

This Crockpot BBQ Chicken recipe offers a sweet and smoky flavor that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Perfect for absorbing flavors
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Store-bought or homemade
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Spices (as desired) Customize with cumin or smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust according to your taste

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot BBQ Chicken
  1. Begin by gathering your boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, BBQ sauce, and any additional spices you’d like to use. Opt to trim any excess fat from the chicken to enhance texture.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine your BBQ sauce with any spices you want to include, such as cumin or smoked paprika. Stir well until the spices are evenly distributed.
  3. Place the raw chicken in the Crockpot, ensuring even spacing. Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken, making sure each piece is heavily coated.
  4. Cover the Crockpot and set it to low for 6–8 hours or high for 3.5 hours. Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer.
  5. Once cooked, remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken in the Crockpot, mixing it well with the BBQ sauce.
  6. Serve immediately in sandwiches, tacos, or over a fresh salad, or store leftovers for future meals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken in BBQ sauce overnight for enhanced flavor. Avoid overcrowding, check the temperature to ensure safety, and shred while hot to integrate flavors.

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