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Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Crockpot BBQ Chicken for Effortless Weeknight Feasts

Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Crockpot BBQ Chicken, perfectly seasoned and smothered in a sweet, tangy homemade BBQ sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or thighs as an alternative
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Sweet Baby Ray's Honey BBQ Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Italian Dressing or ranch dressing as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar or honey, maple syrup, or granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce check gluten-free status if necessary

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Crockpot by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray or lining it with a disposable liner.
  2. Season the Chicken generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then place it in the crockpot.
  3. Mix the Sauce ingredients in a bowl until well incorporated and smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot, ensuring it's well submerged.
  5. Cover and cook on high for 2.5 to 3 hours, or on low for 5 to 6 hours.
  6. Check for doneness with a thermometer (165°F), then shred the chicken in the crockpot with two forks.
  7. Serve and enjoy on slider buns, in tacos, or over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid dryness, and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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