By Becky Hardin
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Juicy chicken smothered in barbecue sauce, this Crockpot BBQ Chicken is one of the easiest and most delicious recipes I’ve ever made! I’ve amped up the BBQ flavor by adding brown sugar, garlic and cider vinegar, giving the sauce a deeper, richer flavor that’ll keep you coming back for more. I serve as chicken breasts for an easy weeknight dinner, or as pulled chicken that is super versatile.
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5-Star Review
“I made the bbq chicken breast in the crockpot and it was delicious. I was tired of the same old chicken in the air fryer. I will make this again.” -Bev
Easy Crockpot BBQ Chicken Breast
I love that you only need a handful of basic ingredients to make this easy BBQ chicken in the slow cooker. As a busy mom of 2, I can set it and forget it, and end the day with juicy, melt-in-your-mouth chicken breasts ready for dinner in no time.
I love to use this recipe in lots of different ways; as a full breast for a simple dinner, or to make perfect BBQ chicken sandwiches. Alternatively, it’s great to shred and use for tacos, nachos, BBQ bowls, sliders, and more.
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- ▢ 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ▢ 1½ cups barbecue sauce this Korean BBQ sauce also works
- ▢ 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ▢ 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ▢ 2 cloves garlic minced
- ▢ ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ▢ chopped fresh parsley for garnish
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Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot. 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and black pepper. 1½ cups barbecue sauce, 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 cloves garlic, ½ tsp ground black pepper
- Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Close the slow cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
- Enjoy as is, garnished with parsley, or shred and use for sandwiches. chopped fresh parsley
Equipment
- Crockpot
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Crockpot BBQ Chicken Step by Step
Get the crockpot ready : Place the 2 lbs. of boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot.
Make the sauce: Whisk together 1½ cups of BBQ sauce, 3 tbsp of apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp of brown sugar, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and ½ tsp ground black pepper.
Coat the chicken: Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
Cook the chicken: Close the slow cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
Serve the chicken: Enjoy the chicken as is, garnished with parsley, or shred and use for sandwiches.
How to Store
Store leftover crockpot BBQ chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze leftover BBQ chicken breasts in an airtight container or resealable bag for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
These chicken breasts make a delicious weeknight dinner when I make a few sides like air fried baked potatoes , and crockpot glazed carrots , or sometimes the kids will ask for air fryer broccoli instead of the carrots.
If I’m in the mood for shredded chicken, I’ll serve it on Hawaiian rolls with creamy coleslaw and potato salad .
more slow cooked chicken recipes
Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
Crockpot Chicken Marsala
Crockpot BBQ Chicken Recipe
Equipment
- Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1½ cups barbecue sauce this Korean BBQ sauce also works
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot. 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and black pepper. 1½ cups barbecue sauce, 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 cloves garlic, ½ tsp ground black pepper
- Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Close the slow cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
- Enjoy as is, garnished with parsley, or shred and use for sandwiches. chopped fresh parsley
Video
Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
