Easy 3-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Why make this recipe

This Easy 3-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken is a fantastic choice for busy days or any time you want a delicious meal without much effort. With just three simple ingredients, it’s perfect for beginner cooks or anyone looking for a quick recipe. Plus, it’s full of flavor and can be served in many ways, making it a versatile option for any meal.

How to make Easy 3-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Ingredients:

• Chicken breasts
• Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce
• Brown sugar

Directions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker in an even layer.
2. In a bowl, mix the Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce with the brown sugar until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken, making sure it’s well coated.
4. Cover and cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours or on LOW for 6–7 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
5. Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir it back into the sauce to soak up all that flavor.
6. Serve the chicken on buns for sandwiches or over rice.

How to serve Easy 3-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken

You can serve this BBQ chicken in several ways. It’s fantastic on sandwich buns for BBQ chicken sandwiches or served over a bed of rice for a hearty meal. You can also add some slaw on the side or top the chicken with pickles for an extra flavor kick.

How to store Easy 3-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Store any leftover BBQ chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last for about 3–4 days. If you want to store it for longer, you can freeze it. Just make sure to place it in a freezer-safe container or bag, and it can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Tips to make Easy 3-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken

• Use frozen chicken breasts; just add an extra hour to the cooking time for the best results.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of brown sugar based on how sweet you like your BBQ sauce.
• For a little heat, add some cayenne pepper or hot sauce into the BBQ sauce mixture.

Variation

You can easily change the flavor by using different kinds of BBQ sauces. Try honey BBQ or spicy BBQ for a twist on the classic flavor.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, chicken thighs work great in this recipe and will also be very tender.

Can I cook it on the stovetop?
Yes, if you don’t have a slow cooker, you can cook it on the stovetop. Cook the chicken in a heavy pot on low heat, add the sauce mixture, and let it simmer for about 1–2 hours until tender.

Can I add vegetables to this recipe?
Absolutely! Adding some chopped onions, bell peppers, or carrots to the slow cooker along with the chicken can make it even more delicious. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Easy 3-Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken

This quick and flavorful BBQ chicken recipe requires only three ingredients and cooks effortlessly in a slow cooker, making it perfect for busy days.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts Use frozen if desired; just adjust cooking time.
• 1 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce Feel free to use any preferred BBQ sauce.
• 1/4 cup Brown sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker in an even layer.
2. In a bowl, mix the Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce with the brown sugar until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken, making sure it’s well coated.

Cooking

1. Cover and cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours or on LOW for 6–7 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
2. Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir it back into the sauce to soak up all that flavor.

Serving

1. Serve the chicken on buns for sandwiches or over rice.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For added flavor, you can use different BBQ sauces or add vegetables to the slow cooker.