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Michonne Zendaya

Easy Zesty BBQ Chicken Crockpot

This easy crockpot BBQ chicken recipe makes tender, juicy pulled chicken simmered in flavorful barbecue sauce. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice, it’s a set-it-and-forget-it meal the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Crockpot / Slow Cooker
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • two forks (for shredding)

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the crockpot and stir it into the sauce.
  6. Serve hot on buns, tacos, or over rice.

Notes

Use your favorite barbecue sauce for best results — smoky, sweet, or spicy. Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker for maximum flavor. Leftovers keep well in the fridge and taste even better the next day. Great for meal prep or potlucks!