Ingredients
✓ 2 to 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
✓ 1 to 1½ cups BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
✓ 1 teaspoon onion powder
✓ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
✓ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
✓ ½ teaspoon salt
✓ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
✓ 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
Instructions
✓ Preheat your slow cooker to low heat.
✓ Rinse the chicken pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
✓ Place the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
✓ Pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken, making sure it is well coated.
✓ Sprinkle the onion powder and garlic powder evenly over the chicken pieces.
✓ Add a teaspoon of smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.
✓ Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to low heat for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender.
✓ Remove the chicken from the slow cooker once done. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
✓ Garnish with fresh herbs like chopped parsley or cilantro if desired.
✓ Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as coleslaw, baked beans, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is fully thawed and patted dry before adding it to the slow cooker. The low heat setting ensures even cooking and rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 480
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15