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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken

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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Experience the flavors of tender chicken drenched in a tangy barbecue sauce, slow-cooked to perfection. This dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, offering effortless preparation with impressive results.


Ingredients

  • Chicken Breast (1.5 lb., about 3 breasts)
  • BBQ Sauce (18 oz.)
  • Brown Sugar (1 tbsp)
  • Apple Cider Vinegar (1 tsp)
  • Garlic Powder (½ tsp)
  • Salt (½ tsp)

Instructions

  • Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry before placing in slow cooker.
  • Mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated.
  • Cover and cook on low for about 3 hours until chicken shreds easily.
  • Remove chicken, shred it, then mix back into the sauce before serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F.
Consider adding vegetables like onions or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Mix in cayenne pepper or sriracha for a spicy kick.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg