Description
This Sweet Baby Ray’s Crockpot Chicken is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it BBQ dinner. Juicy chicken slow-cooked in Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and spices for a rich, smoky-sweet flavor. Perfect for sandwiches, sliders, or meal prep!
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 1/2 cups Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce (or your preferred BBQ sauce)
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for added smokiness
Instructions
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Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika (if using).
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Pour the sauce over the chicken, coating it well.
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Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
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Shred chicken with two forks and stir it into the sauce.
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Let it cook on low for an additional 15-20 minutes for maximum flavor.
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Serve on buns, over rice, or with a side of coleslaw.
Notes
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This recipe also works great with boneless chicken thighs.
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Leftovers are perfect for wraps, baked potatoes, or BBQ pizza.
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For a spicy twist, add hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.