Description
Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that effortlessly combines tender, fall-apart chicken with a rich, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, requiring minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let the magic happen! Serve it on buns, in tacos, or over rice for a delightful feast that satisfies both the palate and the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels for better texture.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Rub this spice blend onto the chicken breasts.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker. Top with sautéed onions and garlic, then pour barbecue sauce over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken using two forks inside the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg