Are you ready to transform your weeknight dinners with minimal effort and maximum flavor? Look no further than this mouthwatering Two Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken! With just two simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a tender, juicy dish that’s bursting with BBQ goodness. Perfect for busy families or anyone craving a delicious meal without the fuss, this recipe will have you coming back for seconds—trust us! Get ready to impress your taste buds and discover how easy it is to whip up this crowd-pleaser!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker, arranging them in a single layer without overlapping.
- Pour the entire cup of BBQ sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated and covered.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set the temperature to low heat setting.
- Cook the chicken for 6 hours, allowing the meat to become tender and fully absorb the BBQ sauce flavors.
- After cooking time is complete, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the remaining sauce.
- Optional: If you prefer a thicker sauce consistency, leave the lid off and let the sauce reduce for an additional 15-20 minutes on low heat.
- Serve the shredded BBQ chicken hot, either on buns for sandwiches, over rice, in tacos, or as a main protein dish.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Tips
- Choose the Right Chicken: For the best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts. They cook evenly and shred beautifully after being slow-cooked.
- Don’t Skip the Coating: Make sure to pour the BBQ sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring every piece is well-coated for maximum flavor.
- Low and Slow: Cooking on low heat for 6 hours allows the chicken to become incredibly tender and soak up all the delicious BBQ sauce flavors. Resist the urge to rush it!
- Shred with Ease: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker for a quick and easy cleanup. Mixing it with the sauce will keep the meat moist and flavorful.
- Thicker Sauce Option: If you prefer a thicker BBQ sauce, simply remove the lid for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to let it reduce.
- Versatile Serving Suggestions: Serve the shredded chicken on buns for BBQ sandwiches, over rice for a hearty meal, or in tacos for a fun twist!
- Store Leftovers Wisely: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently to enjoy the flavors all over again!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 205kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 31g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 85mg
