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BBQ Chicken

This BBQ chicken recipe is a perfect solution for busy weeknights, featuring tender chicken soaked in a flavorful sauce that will become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choosing quality chicken breasts can enhance the taste significantly.
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier twist.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Opt for low-sodium for a healthier twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Serving Suggestions
  • for serving Burger buns
  • optional Coleslaw Optional for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts evenly in the slow cooker, ensuring they are not overlapping.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring all pieces are covered.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  2. Once cooked, take the chicken out and shred it with two forks.
  3. Put the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker, mixing it with the remaining sauce.
Serving
  1. Spoon the tender BBQ chicken onto burger buns, topping with coleslaw if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding smoked paprika or cayenne pepper. This dish makes fantastic meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.