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Crockpot BBQ Chicken

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This easy, saucy crockpot BBQ chicken is perfect for feeding a crowd. Tender, shredded chicken that’s budget-friendly and kid-approved.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, fat trimmed off
  • 1 1/4 cups barbecue sauce (sweet styles like Honey BBQ work well)
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing (fat-free works fine)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (reduce to 1/8 cup or omit for less sweet)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Lightly coat the inside of a large crockpot with non-stick spray or line it with a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the trimmed chicken breasts dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Place the breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the crockpot.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, Italian dressing, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, covering each breast.
  5. Cover and cook on high for 2.5 to 3 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
  6. Once cooked, either serve the breasts whole or shred them directly in the crockpot so the meat absorbs extra sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper, then serve as desired.

Notes

For lower sugar, use the 1/8 cup brown sugar option or omit entirely. Boneless skinless chicken thighs can replace breasts for richer flavor.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/healthy-crockpot-bbq-chicken-recipe/