Description
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Tender, juicy chicken breasts simmer in a rich, tangy barbecue sauce that combines sweet and smoky flavors. Whether served on sandwiches, in tacos, or over rice, this dish will elevate any meal with its mouthwatering aroma and satisfying taste. Enjoy the simplicity of preparation while creating unforgettable moments around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 to 2 lbs)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and set your slow cooker nearby.
- Rinse and pat dry chicken breasts; season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 4-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Transfer the onion-garlic mixture to the slow cooker; add seasoned chicken breasts, barbecue sauce, and chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred cooked chicken with two forks and mix it back into the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shredded BBQ chicken (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg