Description
This slow cooker BBQ chicken breast is tender, saucy, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a crowd-pleasing protein without any fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, add the olive oil and place the chicken breasts inside.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir to coat in the sauce before serving.
Notes
For best results, cook on low heat to maintain moisture. If too dry, add broth or extra barbecue sauce when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 420 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: slow cooker, BBQ chicken, easy recipes, comfort food, family meals