Slow Cooker Zesty BBQ Chicken
An easy slow cooker BBQ chicken recipe made with just 5 ingredients and bold sweet and tangy flavor. This high-protein crockpot meal is perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Servings: 6
Calories: 486kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb Chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 12 oz Bbq sauce
- ½ cup Italian salad dressing
- ¼ cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 6 whole wheat buns
Instructions
- Place chicken in a slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix the barbecue sauce, Italian salad dressing, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over the chicken.
- Cover, cook 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
- Eat chicken alone or place on buns and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary by ingredients, brands, and portion sizes. Use them as a general guide, not a guarantee.
Chicken options: You can use chicken breast or chicken thighs in this Crockpot BBQ chicken recipe. Thighs will be a bit more tender and juicy, while breasts keep it lean and high protein.
Shredding tip: For easy shredded BBQ chicken, use two forks or a hand mixer right in the slow cooker once the chicken is fully cooked.
Sauce consistency: If the sauce is too thin, remove the lid for the last 20–30 minutes to let it thicken, or drain a small amount of liquid before shredding.
Flavor balance: This recipe has a sweet and tangy BBQ flavor from the brown sugar and Italian dressing. For less sweetness, reduce the brown sugar slightly.
Meal prep friendly: This recipe stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheats easily, making it perfect for meal prep.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 486kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 10g | Sodium: 1279mg | Fiber: 2g
