Slow Cooker Amish BBQ Chicken

Why You’ll Love This Amish BBQ Chicken
Effortless preparation with everyday ingredients

Perfectly tender chicken thanks to slow cooking

Versatile: Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or as sandwiches

Family-friendly: Kid-approved and easily adaptable for picky eaters

Ingredients You’ll Need
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup BBQ sauce (use your favorite brand or homemade)

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

Optional: Add red pepper flakes or liquid smoke for extra heat or smokiness.

Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker. If they’re thick, you can pound them lightly to an even thickness for consistent cooking.

Step 2: Mix the BBQ Sauce
In a medium mixing bowl, combine:

1 cup of BBQ sauce

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

Whisk until the sauce is well blended.

Step 3: Pour and Coat
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker. Use a spoon or spatula to ensure the chicken is fully coated in the sweet and tangy BBQ sauce.

Step 4: Slow Cook to Perfection
Cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours
OR

Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours

The chicken is ready when it’s fully cooked and fork-tender.

Step 5: Shred the Chicken
Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker. Mix well so it soaks up all the flavorful sauce.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Serve hot! This Amish BBQ Chicken pairs wonderfully with:

Mashed potatoes or coleslaw

Steamed vegetables