Are you tired of bland, boring chicken dinners that leave you feeling unsatisfied? Get ready to transform your meal game with this mouthwatering Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Chicken recipe that promises to deliver an irresistible combination of tangy, sweet, and fiery flavors! In just minutes of prep time and six hours of hands-off cooking, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that will have your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Gather 4 boneless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce, 1/4 cup of honey, 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of onion powder.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, honey, sriracha sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well until all ingredients are fully blended and form a smooth sauce.
- Place the boneless chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Make sure they are evenly spaced and not overlapping to ensure even cooking.
- Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Use a spatula or spoon to spread the sauce evenly if necessary.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for 6 hours. This slow cooking method allows the chicken to become tender and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
- After 6 hours, check the chicken for doneness. It should be tender and easily shred with a fork. If desired, you can shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker for a pulled chicken texture.
- Once cooked, serve the sweet and spicy chicken over rice, in tacos, or on a bed of greens. Drizzle additional sauce from the slow cooker over the top for extra flavor.
- Enjoy your delicious Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Chicken, perfect for a family dinner or meal prep for the week!
Tips
- For maximum flavor infusion, marinate the chicken in the sauce mixture for 30 minutes before slow cooking if time permits.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the chicken after cooking and simmer the sauce on the stovetop for 10-15 minutes to reduce.
- For extra heat, increase the sriracha sauce; for a milder version, reduce or omit it entirely.
- This versatile recipe works great for meal prep - store in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- Try serving over different bases like cauliflower rice, quinoa, or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 344kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 80mg
