Barbecue Style Chicken For The Slow Cooker Recipe

Tender, juicy barbecue chicken, slow-cooked to perfection in your favorite slow cooker! This easy recipe from Better Homes & Gardens inspiration delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 625 mins
Calories 434.6 kcal
Protein 96g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Barbecue Style Chicken For The Slow Cooker 27

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Barbecue Style Chicken For The Slow Cooker

  • 2 lbs small red potatoes, quartered
  • Green Sweet Pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • Quick Cooking Tapioca
  • Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Yellow Mustard
  • Garlic Clove
  • 1 teaspoon salt

How to Make Barbecue Style Chicken For The Slow Cooker

  1. In a 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, combine the quartered potatoes, chopped bell pepper, and chopped onion.
  2. Sprinkle the tapioca evenly over the vegetable mixture.
  3. Place the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and salt.
  5. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 10-12 hours, or on high for 5-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
  7. Once cooked, carefully transfer the chicken and vegetables to a large serving bowl.
  8. Skim off any excess fat from the cooking sauce remaining in the slow cooker.
  9. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy! Makes 4-5 servings.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

62g

Fat

11g

Carbs

12g