Description
This delicious slow cooker BBQ chicken is tender, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½–3 pounds chicken thighs or wings
- 1½ cups BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot and pour the sauce mixture over it.
- Cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Remove the lid during the last 30 minutes if you want a thicker sauce.
- Optional: Broil the cooked chicken for 3–4 minutes for caramelized edges.
- Serve topped with chopped chives.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce to the BBQ mixture.
- This recipe can also be made in a traditional oven at 350°F for about 1.5 hours, covered, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg