Description
This easy Crockpot BBQ Chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy pulled chicken infused with sweet and tangy BBQ flavors. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, tacos, or served over rice, this slow-cooker dish is effortless to make and sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 1/4 cup barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ recommended)
- 1/2 cup fat-free Italian dressing
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar (can reduce to 1/8 cup or omit for less sweetness)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Liberally spray the inside of a large crockpot or slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Alternatively, use a disposable crockpot liner to reduce cleanup.
- Season the Chicken: Season the trimmed boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Place the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Mix the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, 1/2 cup Italian dressing, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup light brown sugar until well combined.
- Cook the Chicken: Pour the BBQ sauce mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts. Cover with the crockpot lid and cook on high for 2.5 to 3 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours.
- Check Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, you may serve the chicken breasts whole or shred them using two forks directly in the crockpot to soak up the extra sauce and marinade.
- Serve: Enjoy the pulled BBQ chicken on buns as sandwiches or use it as a flavorful topping for pizza, salads, tacos, nachos, or served over rice.
Notes
- Using disposable crockpot liners makes cleanup easier and reduces sticking.
- Adjust brown sugar quantity to taste if you prefer a less sweet BBQ sauce.
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for safe consumption.
- This recipe is versatile; leftover pulled chicken can be frozen for later use.
- Fat-free Italian dressing keeps the dish lower in fat, but you can substitute your favorite variety if desired.
