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Slow cooker BBQ chicken glazed and grilling with smoky charcoal char

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 1/2 cups BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade, alcohol-free
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt adjust to taste

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken thighs or breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken so every piece is coated.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and shreds easily.
  5. Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, then return it to the slow cooker and stir it back into the sauce.
  6. Let it sit on low, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes to thicken slightly, then serve on buns, in tacos, or over rice.

Notes

Cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours. Chicken is done at an internal temperature of 165F per USDA guidelines. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.