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A close-up of shredded BBQ chicken in a rustic white bowl, topped with fresh chopped cilantro and served with side dishes on a wooden surface, vibrant red and brown hues, moist and tender texture visible.

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Easy & Juicy

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This slow cooker BBQ chicken recipe yields tender, juicy shredded chicken coated in smoky BBQ sauce, ideal for sandwiches, salads, or served over rice.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in theSlow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix BBQ sauce, chicken broth, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, shred chicken with two forks and stir to coat with sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust BBQ sauce quantity to desired sauciness.
  • Serve with buns, rice, or salads for versatile meals.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg