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bbq chicken sandwich with cole slaw and pickles on bun.
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5 from 74 votes

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken

Slow Cooker BBQ chicken has to be one of the most delicious dishes I prepare using my slow cooker. My tangy sweet brown sugar barbecue sauce blended with the tender shredded chicken is simply heaven on a plate or bun.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 10 minutes
Course: sandwich
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 865kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs chicken thighs skinless/boneless
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 5 cloves garlic finely minced
  • ½ cup brown sugar tightly packed
  • teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon granulated onion
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce Sweet Baby Rays (plus more as needed)
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tb worcestershire sauce
  • 12 brioche buns for sandwiches
  • 1 lb cole slaw for sandwiches

Instructions

  • Add the vegetable oil, chopped garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings to a small bowl and mix well to combine.
  • Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels.
  • Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and cover them with the barbecue sauce.
  • Turn the slow cooker on the high-temperature setting and cook for 2½ to 3 hours. If you prefer using the low-temperature setting, cook for 5-6 hours.
    I prefer using the high-temperature method for chicken.
  • When the cooking process is finished, remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Replace the lid to keep the barbecue sauce warm until ready to serve.
  • Use two forks to pull the chicken apart. Don't make the shreds too small.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, making sure to coat all the chicken with the sauce.
  • Let the chicken simmer in the slow cooker for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Toast the brioche buns.
  • Serve the pulled bbq chicken on the toasted brioche bun with cole slaw. Garnish with a dill pickle spear and chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 865kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 292mg | Sodium: 1329mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 985IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 3mg