Crock Pot BBQ Chicken (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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2 lbs chicken breast
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1 (18 oz) bottle barbecue sauce
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3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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2 tsp garlic, minced
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika
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3 tbsp brown sugar
# Steps to Follow:
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Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
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Add BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, onion powder, black pepper, paprika, and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Whisk until well combined and pour over the chicken.
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Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours.
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Shred the chicken in the slow cooker with two forks. Then mix into the sauce.
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Serve on buns or over rice, and enjoy!
# Additional Notes:
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Select chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking. If some are larger, consider cutting them in half to ensure everything finishes cooking at the same time.
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For particularly sweet BBQ sauce, add more apple cider vinegar. For tangy or spicy sauce, increase the brown sugar slightly to balance the flavors.
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For fall-apart tender chicken, cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours. Note that each slow cooker heats differently. The chicken is done when it reaches 165°F and pulls apart easily with forks.
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Leftovers maintain their flavor for up to 4 days refrigerated. Freeze portions for up to 3 months for quick weeknight meals.