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.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 280kcal
Cost: 12
Equipment
- Crockpot / Slow Cooker
- mixing bowl
- measuring cups and spoons
- two forks (for shredding)
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
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the crockpot and stir it into the sauce.
- 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!