Sweet Baby Ray's Crockpot Chicken (Print Format)
Chicken slow cooks with Sweet Baby Ray’s, apple cider vinegar, and spices for a juicy, tangy barbecue dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 pounds (4 large) boneless skinless chicken breasts, room temperature
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1½ cups Sweet Baby Ray’s Original barbecue sauce (divided: 1 cup for cooking, ½ cup for serving)
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
# Steps:
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Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a single layer to a 4-5 quart crockpot slow cooker.
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In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s Original barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken breasts inside the slow cooker, ensuring all the chicken is evenly coated.
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Place the lid on the slow cooker and set it to LOW. Cook for 4 - 5 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and tender.
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Remove the lid of the crockpot and spread the remaining ½ cup Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce over the chicken.
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Turn the crockpot setting to HIGH and cook, uncovered, for 30 - 45 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
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Turn off the crockpot and transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate. Garnish with finely chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
# Tips:
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For even cooking, ensure chicken pieces are arranged in a single layer inside the slow cooker.