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Crockpot BBQ Chicken

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (including prep time)
  • Yield: 4-6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Crockpot BBQ Chicken recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy tender, flavorful chicken with minimal effort. Simply combine the ingredients in your slow cooker and let the magic happen!


Ingredients

– 1 1/2 cups Homemade BBQ Sauce or your favorite store-bought sauce

– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

– 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water to make a slurry

– Serving suggestions: whole wheat or pretzel buns, cheddar cheese, chopped green onion, baked sweet potatoes


Instructions

1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and pour BBQ sauce over them.

2. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.

3. Remove chicken from the crockpot and shred using two forks.

4. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir in the cornstarch slurry.

5. Cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until sauce thickens.

6. Serve on buns or tortillas with desired toppings.


Notes

– For a smokier flavor, add a dash of liquid smoke to the sauce.

– You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs or legs for a different taste and texture.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg