Beer Bbq Chicken Sandra Lee Recipe

Transform ordinary chicken into an extraordinary feast with Sandra Lee's Beer BBQ Chicken! This semi-homemade recipe from her cookbook is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Imagine juicy, tender chicken infused with the rich flavors of smoky BBQ sauce and your favorite dark beer. It's the perfect dish for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering. Simple to prepare, yet bursting with sensational flavor, this slow-cooker recipe lets you enjoy the delicious aroma while it simmers to perfection. Get ready for an easy, effortless, and incredibly flavorful meal – the perfect happy hour companion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 430 mins
Calories 652.7 kcal
Protein 127g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Bbq Chicken Sandra Lee

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 12 ounces dark beer (stout or porter recommended)
  • 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce

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How to Make Beer Bbq Chicken Sandra Lee

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season 2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Working in batches, brown the chicken on both sides until lightly golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
  4. Transfer the browned chicken to a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker.
  5. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, to the slow cooker.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk together 12 ounces of dark beer (stout or porter recommended) and 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce.
  7. Pour the beer and BBQ sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker.
  8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 7-8 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

40g

Carbs

9g