Zesty BBQ Chicken Crockpot Recipe: Easy, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Favorite
This Zesty BBQ Chicken Crockpot recipe is packed with bold BBQ flavor, tangy Italian dressing, and tender shredded chicken. It’s a weeknight-friendly dish that’s perfect for sandwiches, bowls, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2–3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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1 ½ cups BBQ sauce
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½ cup zesty Italian dressing
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¼ cup brown sugar
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Place chicken in crockpot.
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In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar, Worcestershire, and seasonings.
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Pour sauce over chicken.
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Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
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Shred chicken with two forks.
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Return chicken to crockpot and stir to coat. Let sit for 15–20 minutes.
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Serve hot.
Notes
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Swap chicken thighs for a juicier version.
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Add pineapple or chipotle for variations.
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Store leftovers in fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
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Serve on buns, baked potatoes, or over rice.