Sweet Baby Rays Crockpot Chicken (Printable Version)
Tender chicken slow-cooked in sweet tangy barbecue sauce for a perfect fuss-free meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
→ Sauce
02 - 1 1/2 cups Sweet Baby Rays Barbecue Sauce
03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Garnish
11 - Fresh chopped parsley or chives
# Directions:
01 - Place chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
04 - Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and very tender (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
05 - Optional: For shredded chicken, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, then stir to coat with sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sauce develops this incredible depth of flavor that tastes like youve been tending a grill all day, but your slow cooker did all the work
- My kids actually fight over the leftovers, which is basically the highest compliment a parent can receive
02 -
- I once tried using cheap barbecue sauce to save money and the difference was honestly night and day
- Letting the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before shredding makes it so much more tender and juicy
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before adding it to the slow cooker for better sauce adherence
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking, because dry chicken is basically a crime against barbecue