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Chicken Crockpot

Mouthwatering Chicken Crockpot Recipe for Easy Weeknight Meals

This Chicken Crockpot recipe offers tender, BBQ-infused chicken with minimal effort, perfect for a tasty weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Aromatics
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Can substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Shallots can be substituted
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Use your favorite brand or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can be replaced with regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
For Optional Additions
  • 2 cups Vegetables Like bell peppers or zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice For those who like a citrus kick

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lay the boneless skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your crockpot, organizing them in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
  2. Scatter the chopped garlic and diced onion over the chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine your barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Gently cover the chicken with the sauce mixture.
  5. Cover the crockpot and set it to low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  6. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks, mixing it into the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color!

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