It may have taken me more than a year, but I’ve finally shared all five of the fantastic crock pot dinners I searched the internet high and low for. I still think it can be hard to find really flavorful crock pot meals, but I fully stand behind the five I’ve shared! Now you have enough to make it through every weekday using your crock pot.
This last one is a popular recipe from A Year of Slow Cooking. I took it to a friend once, and she immediately texted me saying something along the lines of “HOLY YUM!” It only take a couple of minutes to throw together; in fact, I think it’s the simplest recipe in my series. But it has a bold flavor and the perfect amount of spice. I also love how it’s falling apart by the end.
Crock Pot Barbecue Chicken
4-5 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 bottle BBQ sauce
1/4 c vinegar
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/4 c brown sugar
1/2 – 1 tsp. garlic powder
Mix BBQ sauce with all ingredients listed under it. Place chicken in crockpot, covering with sauce. Cook on LOW for 4-6 hours.
Tips:
- Frozen chicken breasts will work, but I prefer to put them in defrosted because the sauce is slightly less watery at the end.
- If you are spice-shy, downgrade the red pepper flakes. (But we love the heat from the full amount!)
- Serve with brown rice and a side salad…or toasty bread and some steamed veggies…or twice baked potatoes and some fruit. It’s such a versatile dish and has become my go-to barbecue chicken. Enjoy!
This recipe marks five out of five in my series of Fantastic Crock Pot Dinners. For the other four, check out Chicken Chile Verde, Salsa Chicken and Black Bean Soup, Honey Sesame Chicken, and Pulled Pork Sandwiches.
Linked up with Tasteful Tuesdays, Mamagab, and Time to Sparkle.
I was trying to think of something to put in the crock pot while we at Kalvin’s pre-op appointment today. I kid you not. I opened your blog and looky what I found. Thank you, can’t wait to try it. Kristen
Haha, that’s so funny, Kristen, and I’m glad I could help! Good luck with the appointment! You’re such a good mom.
Erica, this looks so awesome! My crock pot is my best friend in the kitchen–especially in the summer when the last thing I want to do is hover over a hot stove. Can’t wait to try this out!
Thanks, Amy! Yes, summer is a great time to bust out the crock pot. Either that, or the actually barbecue! Speaking of which, I need to try this same recipe as a marinade and throw the chicken on the grill!
I LOVE BBQ chicken!! This looks amazing!
Yay, yay. I’ve been on the hunt for some good go-to crock pot meals but I think I only have one that we really like. And taco soup isn’t the best suited for AZ summers… I’m excited to give them a try. We avoid the oven like the plague.
I’ve been looking for some yummy crockpot meals since I usually have more motivation earlier in the day to cook. I can’t wait to try this one! Thanks for sharing!!
No kidding, Brittany! I really enjoy prepping food in the mornings! And the kids zap my energy by late afternoon. 🙂
Yum — something new! Thank you!
Looks great! The chicken is falling apart so it just can’t be bad.
Thanks, Lisa. Yeah, it’s really hard to mess this one up! 🙂
Hurray! I just brought my crock pot back from Idaho, so I’m ready to try them out!
I happen to know firsthand that this is good stuff.
Haha, thanks, babe!
YUM! We made this for dinner a few nights ago and it was great. Do you usually use white vinegar? Have you tried it with different types of vinegar?
Thanks for the recipe! I’ve now tried 2 of 5, and we’ve had your no-fail chicken lime fajitas two times in the last 2 weeks.
No, I haven’t! Did you use white? Let’s keep each other posted if we try switching it up. I’d be really curious!
And I’m so glad you like the fajitas, too! They’re super tasty and easy! Perfect for the busy wife and mama like you.
PS. How is your family so gorgeous! Alaina’s pictures on FB were wonderful! The “dream boat” pic of your handsome man was one of my favorites. 🙂