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Emma Carter

Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Tender slow cooker BBQ chicken made with simple ingredients and shredded in smoky barbecue sauce for easy weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Sandwich buns or rice optional for serving

Method
 

Place the chicken into the crockpot in an even layer.
    Sprinkle paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the chicken.
      Pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the top.
        Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
          Shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
            Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce until fully coated.
              Let the chicken sit uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes if you want the sauce slightly thicker.
                Serve warm on buns, over rice, or however you like.

                  Notes

                  Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Chicken thighs stay juicier, but chicken breasts work well too. If the sauce tastes too sweet, add a splash of apple cider vinegar before serving.