Tender, juicy shredded chicken slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for sandwiches, rice bowls, wraps, and meal prep.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:6 hours
Total Time:6 hours 10 minutes
Yield:12 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Slow Cooker
Cuisine:American
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 bottle barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
In a bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and garlic powder until well blended.
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken.
Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well to coat with the sauce.
Let the chicken rest in the sauce for a few minutes before serving.
Serve on buns, over rice, in wraps, or as desired.
Notes
Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts for a richer flavor.
Add hot sauce or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
Mix in smoked paprika or liquid smoke for a smoky barbecue flavor.
Add sliced onions to the slow cooker before cooking for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze cooled barbecue chicken for up to 3 months.
Reheat with a splash of barbecue sauce if needed to maintain moisture.