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January 18, 2021

Crockpot Barbecue Chicken

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My Crockpot Barbecue Chicken recipe is easy and delicious. Low and slow flavor without much work! Your family will love it. via @jugglingactmamaMy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken recipe is easy and delicious. Low and slow flavor without much work! Your family will love it. via @jugglingactmamaMy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken recipe is easy and delicious. Low and slow flavor without much work! Your family will love it. via @jugglingactmama

Crockpot Barbecue Chicken is perfect when you can’t get out to the grill. This sweet and saucy recipe is easy to make and has all the flavor of low and slow barbecue.

A large ceramic bowl filled with crockpot barbecue chicken.

I love my slow cooker. I know that the Instant Pot is all the rage these days (and I love that too!), but there’s something to be said for a meal that’s cooked at a lower temperature all day long. This easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken recipe is delicious with a sweet and spicy finish. I know you’ll love it.

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Shopping List

  • boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • store- bought or homemade BBQ sauce – I use my favorite Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • brown sugar
  • smoked paprika (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste

How to make Crockpot Barbecue Chicken

1. In a large slow cooker, add sauces, brown sugar, and spices. Stir to combine.
2. Add the chicken breasts to the crock and pour the sauce on top.
3. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours.
4. When the chicken is done cooking, shred it using two forks.

Chicken should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 165-degrees F according to FoodSafety.gov.

Crockpot Barbecue Chicken inside a crockpot.

Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipes to Try

If you love making your own BBQ Sauce, you have to try out my Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce recipe. I think it’s just about PERFECT for chicken, beef, pork and more. Here are some other recipes you might enjoy:

Cherry BBQ Sauce
My Cherry BBQ Sauce is the perfect sweet & savory addition to beef, pork, and chicken.
Get the Recipe >>>
Incredible Pineapple Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Sweet and tangy Pineapple Bourbon BBQ Sauce ready in about 30 minutes!
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Pineapple Bourbon BBQ Sauce #jugglingactmama

Ways to Use Shredded Barbecue Chicken

There are so many ways to use this chicken that it’s worth making a double batch and freezing some of it!

  • Add it to a big tasty salad for loads of flavor and protein.
  • Grab some rolls to make sliders and serve with coleslaw on the side.
  • Create BBQ chicken tacos and serve with Mango Salsa.
  • Serve over pasta with lots of melted mozzarella cheese.
  • Add a pile of the chicken on top of a baked potato with sour cream, cheese and chives.
  • Top a pizza with BBQ sauce, and layer on the BBQ chicken, shredded cheese and thinly sliced red onions.
BBQ Chicken Mini Pizzas
BBQ Chicken Mini Pizzas are a versatile dish you can make for kid-friendly dinners or game day grub. Either way, your taste buds will thank you – and so will your family!
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BBQ Chicken Mini Pizzas

Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Recipe

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Crockpot Barbecue Chicken

My Crockpot Barbecue Chicken recipe is all the flavor of low and slow without having to babysit your grill. You'll love it!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crockpot Barbecue Chicken, easy Crockpot BBQ chicken
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Servings: 6
Calories: 272kcal
Author: Ang Paris

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Equipment

  • Crockpot or Slow Cooker
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Liquid Measuring Cup
  • Dry Measuring Cups

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • smoked paprika (optional) to taste

Instructions

  • In a large slow cooker, add the BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Then, add the chicken breasts to the crock and spoon the sauce mixture over the top.
  • Secure the cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours.
  • When the chicken is done cooking, carefully shred it using two forks. Alternatively, you can put it into a stand mixer with the paddle attachment to break up the meat.

Notes

  • Frozen chicken breast should be thawed before being cooked in a slow cooker.
  • We do not recommend cooking chicken from frozen.
  • Chicken should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 165-degrees F according to FoodSafety.gov.
  • This can also be cooked on low for 6-1/2 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 694mg | Potassium: 693mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 152IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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