Best 10 Slow Cooker Bbq Chicken Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible flavors of slow-cooked barbecue chicken, a culinary masterpiece that embodies the essence of Southern comfort food. This delectable dish, prepared with tender chicken pieces enveloped in a symphony of smoky, tangy, and sweet barbecue sauce, promises an explosion of flavors in every bite. The slow-cooking process infuses the chicken with a fall-off-the-bone tenderness, while the barbecue sauce, simmered to perfection, coats each piece in a luscious glaze that will leave you craving more. Whether you prefer a classic tomato-based sauce, a tangy mustard-based sauce, or a sweet and spicy sauce, this article offers a diverse collection of slow-cooker barbecue chicken recipes to suit every palate. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your barbecue cravings, transforming your kitchen into a haven of smoky aromas and tantalizing flavors.
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SLOW-COOKER BBQ CHICKEN
Of all the recipes I make in my slow cooker, this Crock-Pot BBQ chicken is my most treasured. If you enjoy your BBQ sweet with a little spice, this will be your new favorite, too. -Yvonne McKim, Vancouver, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, cut through the joint of each leg quarter to separate into 2 pieces. Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker., In a small bowl, mix ketchup, orange juice, brown sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and pepper; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 5-6 hours., Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; pour into a measuring cup to measure 2 cups. Transfer to a small saucepan; bring to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SLOW-COOKER BBQ PULLED CHICKEN, 4 WAYS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, burger buns, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne powder, garlic powder, worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrot
Provided by Claire Nolan
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Cover the chicken with ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
- Cover, and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Add both kinds of cabbage and carrots to the bowl and gently toss with the dressing.
- Shred the chicken breasts with 2 forks in the slow cooker.
- Serve on a burger bun with slaw.
- Also great for BBQ Pulled Chicken Pizza, BBQ Pulled Chicken Nachos, and BBQ Pulled Chicken Mac 'n' cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 807 calories, Carbohydrate 88 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 34 grams
SLOW COOKER BBQ CHICKEN THIGHS
A taste of the South is what you'll get when you toss BBQ flavors into the slow cooker with Tyson® Boneless Skinless Thighs. An easy-to-make meal with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.
Provided by Tyson Chicken
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 5h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and place in a slow cooker.
- Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Pour mixture over chicken thighs and stir to coat.
- Cook on Low for approximately 5 hours or until internal temperature of the chicken reaches 180 degrees F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 129.4 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 777.3 mg, Sugar 21.1 g
SLOW COOKER BBQ CHICKEN
Works with any cut of meat, but recipe listed is for chicken. Two-pound cuts work best. Given to me from my aunt!
Provided by SHELDAWG
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 6h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of a slow cooker. In a bowl, stir together the ketchup, mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and hot sauce until the mixture is well blended.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, set the cooker to Low, and cook for 6 hours. Shred the chicken with two forks, and cook for 30 more minutes. Serve the chicken and sauce spooned into the sandwich rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5 calories, Carbohydrate 90 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 34.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1233.6 mg, Sugar 24 g
PULLED BBQ CHICKEN - SLOW COOKER
I found this recipe on another site a long time ago and havent been able to find it again! Very easy and yummy. I typically serve it on rolls for BBQ sandwiches, but could also be served over rice, mashed potatoes, etc.
Provided by Gloworm6
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 6h5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place chicken in slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, mix bbq sauce, italian dressing, brown sugar, and worchestersire sauce. Pour over chicken.
- Cover and cook 3-4 hrs on high or 6-8hrs on low.
- Open crockpot and pull chicken breasts apart using 2 forks. Chicken should shred easily.
- Serve!
SLOW COOKER BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA SOUP
This is truly BBQ chicken pizza in soup-form. Sweet and spicy BBQ sauce, chicken, red onions, and cilantro come together with the addition of corn for a comforting bowl of goodness on a chilly autumn day. I've also used frozen chicken cutlets in this with great results. Whatever you have on hand will work!
Provided by My 3 boys
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 5h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine chicken broth, chicken, corn, onion, barbeque sauce, garlic, salt, black pepper, and garlic salt in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 5 hours. Remove chicken from slow cooker and cut into bite-size pieces; return to slow cooker and stir.
- Ladle soup into serving bowls and top each serving with mozzarella cheese and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 46.6 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1412.9 mg, Sugar 18.3 g
CAMPBELL'S® BBQ BACON SLOW COOKER CHICKEN
What is more welcoming than a hot dinner that's ready when you are? This saucy chicken dish couldn't be easier to put together. Just mix, pop in your slow cooker, and turn it on. The chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and there is plenty of sauce to coat a side of egg noodles.
Provided by Campbell's Canada
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 4h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Arrange chicken thighs in a slow cooker.
- Stir together soup, BBQ sauce, mustard, and onion powder. Pour over chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW 4 hours. Sprinkle with parsley (optional).
- Meanwhile, cook egg noodles according to package directions, omitting salt; drain. Serve with chicken and sauce.
SLOW COOKER BBQ CHICKEN
Tender fall apart chicken. I found this recipe at Pinchin Your Pennies. I loved the flavor of this chicken. When I made this chicken I used bone-in chicken quarters. I cooked my chicken for 8 hours and when I removed it from the crockpot the meat just fell off the bone.
Provided by internetnut
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 4h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together all ingredients (except chicken) in slow cooker.
- Add the chicken, coating each piece in sauce.
- Cook on high for four hours.
- Remove chicken and shred/pull with forks. Return to pot and stir in sauce to coat.
- Serve on toasted buns.
SLOW-COOKER JAMAICAN JERK BBQ CHICKEN
I am just now starting to appreciate crockpot cooking. I found this recipe on food.com and tried it and we loved it. Of course, I changed it a bit. Hope you enjoy! I was cooking for several people, so I used whole chicken legs (drumsticks and thighs).
Provided by Jolayne Cooper
Categories Chicken
Time 8h10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Rub drumsticks with the seasoning
- 2. Place in 3 1/2-quart or larger slow-cooker.
- 3. Pour barbecue sauce over chicken. Turn the chicken to coat.
- 4. Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours until chicken is tender.
- 5. Sprinkle with green onions and serve. You can serve over cooked rice.
- 6. Note: I used frozen chicken legs and put them in without thawing. They cooked perfectly in about 6 1/2 hours.
SLOW COOKER SWEET BBQ CHICKEN RECIPE
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine barbecue sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce.
- Pour sauce over chicken. Cover and cook on high 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 4 serving, Calories 854 kcal, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Sodium 5326 mg, Carbohydrate 91 g, Sugar 60 g, Protein 47 mg
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: Bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe, as they will stay moist and flavorful during the long cooking time.
- Make sure your chicken is evenly coated in the sauce: This will help to ensure that it is evenly cooked and flavorful.
- Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours: This will allow the chicken to cook slowly and evenly, resulting in tender, fall-off-the-bone meat.
- Shred the chicken before serving: This will make it easier to eat and will also help to distribute the sauce throughout the chicken.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, coleslaw, and cornbread are all great options.
Conclusion:
This slow cooker BBQ chicken recipe is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a classic summer dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and tender chicken that is perfect for serving at a party or potluck. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!
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