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slow cooker chicken

A delicious and easy slow cooker chicken recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds bone-in chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder and salt.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Transfer the seared chicken to the slow cooker and cover with barbecue sauce.
  4. Cook on low for 4 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  5. Shred the chicken and mix with the sauce before serving.

Notes

This slow cooker chicken is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice.