Best 6 Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Thighs Recipes

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Are you craving fall-off-the-bone tender chicken thighs smothered in a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce? Look no further than your slow cooker. This convenient kitchen appliance makes it easy to achieve perfectly cooked chicken thighs that are bursting with flavor. With minimal preparation and simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and juicy barbecue chicken dish ready to enjoy in just a few hours. So gather your ingredients, set your slow cooker, and let the tantalizing aromas of barbecue chicken fill your home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER BBQ CHICKEN THIGHS



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A taste of the South is what you'll get when you toss BBQ flavors into the slow cooker with Tyson® Boneless Skinless Thighs. An easy-to-make meal with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.

Provided by Tyson Chicken

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 5h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 Tyson® Fresh Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups barbecue sauce
¼ cup honey
2 teaspoons Creole mustard
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper and place in a slow cooker.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Pour mixture over chicken thighs and stir to coat.
  • Cook on Low for approximately 5 hours or until internal temperature of the chicken reaches 180 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 129.4 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 777.3 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

SLOW COOKER BBQ CHICKEN THIGHS WITH HOMEMADE BBQ SAUCE



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These delicious slow cooked BBQ chicken thighs can be made with just simple ingredients that you can find around your kitchen.

Provided by Victor

Categories     Dinner     lunch     Main Course

Time 5h20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (or drumsticks, or 6 leg quarters)
Salt ((to taste))
Pepper ((to taste))
2 Tbsp cooking oil
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup chicken stock ((or chicken broth))
1 1/2 Tbsp vinegar
1 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
3 Tbsp dark brown sugar
1 Tbsp sweet paprika
1 Tbsp dry mustard
2 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Pat dry chicken pieces with paper towels, lightly season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Heat two tablespoons of cooking oil in a large non-stick skillet over high heat. Add the chicken skin side down and cook for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to slow cooker.
  • Combine all of the ingredient for the BBQ sauce in a small bowl and whisk.
  • Pour BBQ sauce over chicken.
  • Set the slow cooker to Low and cook for 5-6 hours, or until the chicken is very tender.
  • Serve immediately, or set the slow cooker to 'warm' until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Sodium 661 mg, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN THIGHS



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Soy sauce, honey, garlic and ginger (along with the natural juices of the chicken) become irresistible sauce to serve over chicken thighs and rice. If you like a thicker sauce, simply add cornstarch at the end and cook a little longer.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h55m

Yield 6 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (2 to 2 1/2 pounds total)
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch, optional
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Chopped scallions and cooked white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Coat the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray and add the chicken thighs. In a glass measuring cup, whisk together the honey, ketchup, soy sauce, oregano, pepper flakes, garlic and ginger and pour over the chicken. Cover and cook on low until the chicken is cooked through and tender, 5 to 6 hours. Turn off the heat, uncover and let rest for about 10 minutes before serving. The chicken and sauce can be served as-is or, for a thicker sauce, remove the chicken and set aside, covered, to keep warm, then turn the slow cooker to high. Stir the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water together until it resembles heavy cream. Pour the mixture into the sauce, cover and cook until the sauce is thick and bubbling, about 30 minutes. (The mixture must come to a boil to activate the starch and thicken the sauce.) Return the chicken back to the sauce and heat the chicken through, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken and sauce to a platter, sprinkle with the sesame seeds and scallions and serve hot with rice.

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE CHICKEN THIGHS



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Meet your new favorite party dish! Sweet and smoky with just the right amount of spicy kick, these barbecue chicken thighs are a crowd pleaser that'll make every host's life a little bit easier. Here's why this recipe is so good: First, thighs are the perfect cut of chicken for the slow cooker, because they contain more fat, which means they don't dry out as easily as breasts. Second, the sauce is homemade-and homemade does not equal hard in this case. If you can chop an onion, you can make this sauce, and it is so worth it! We've made sure that there's enough sauce to coat the chicken while it cooks, and some extra to add as a finishing touch, because let's be real-it's all about the sauce when barbecue's on the menu!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons mild-flavor (light) molasses
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
16 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 3 1/2 lb)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Spray round 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until softened.
  • Add garlic, chili powder and pepper flakes; cook and stir 1 minute. Add ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat. Add 1/2 cup of the sauce to slow cooker; cover and refrigerate remaining sauce.
  • Season chicken with salt; added to slow cooker. Toss chicken with sauce in slow cooker to coat. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 hours and 30 minutes to 4 hours or until chicken is cooked through (at least 165°F).
  • Drain liquid from slow cooker; discard liquid. Pour reserved sauce over chicken; toss to coat. Increase to High heat setting. Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 2 Thighs, Sodium 960 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

SAUCY BBQ CHICKEN THIGHS



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Barbecued chicken gets a makeover in this recipe. The combination of ingredients makes for a mellow flavor that tastes more grown up than the original. It's fantastic over rice, pasta or potatoes. -Sharon Fritz, Morristown, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked brown rice, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker; sprinkle with poultry seasoning. Top with onion and tomatoes. In a small bowl, mix the next 7 ingredients; pour over top., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender. If desired, serve with rice. Freeze option: Place cooked chicken mixture in freezer containers. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring occasionally; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER BBQ CHICKEN



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Of all the recipes I make in my slow cooker, this Crock-Pot BBQ chicken is my most treasured. If you enjoy your BBQ sweet with a little spice, this will be your new favorite, too. -Yvonne McKim, Vancouver, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 chicken leg quarters, skin removed
3/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, cut through the joint of each leg quarter to separate into 2 pieces. Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker., In a small bowl, mix ketchup, orange juice, brown sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and pepper; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 5-6 hours., Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; pour into a measuring cup to measure 2 cups. Transfer to a small saucepan; bring to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

### Key Ingredients for Flavorful Slow Cooker Barbecue Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs: * **Chicken thighs:** Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for easy preparation and cooking. * **Barbecue seasoning:** A pre-packaged barbecue seasoning mix adds a smoky, tangy, and sweet BBQ flavor to the chicken. * **Garlic powder and Dried parsley:** These add an extra layer of savory and herbaceous flavors to enhance the taste of chicken. * **Salt and pepper:** These basic seasonings help elevate the flavors of all the ingredients. * **Ketchup:** Ketchup contributes a sweet and tangy taste to the marinade. * **Honey:** Honey balances the tanginess of ketchup with its natural sweetness and a hint of floral notes. * **Olive oil:** Olive oil helps infuse the marinade flavors into the chicken. ### Detailed Cooking Instructions for Fall-Off-The-Bone Tenderness: 1. **Prepare the Marinade:** Whisk together all the marinade ingredients – barbecue seasoning, salt, and pepper, ketchup, honey, and olive oil – in a bowl. 2. **Coat the Chicken:** Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, making sure they are fully coated. 3. **Marinate:** Refrigerate the chicken in the marinade for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor. 4. **Cook in the Slow Cooker:** Place the chicken thighs and the marinade in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is fall-off-the-bones tender. 5. **Serve with Sides:** Once the chicken is done cooking, serve it immediately with your favorite side dishes. ### Helpful Recipe Notes for the Best Results: * **Enhance Flavor with Veggies:** To add extra flavors and nutrients, include sliced onions, diced peppers, and minced garlic in the marinade. * **Adjust Marinade Quantities:** If using a smaller or larger amount of chicken thighs, adjust the marinade ingredients пропортproportionately so that all the pieces are fully coated. * **Slow Cooker Cooking Time May Vary:** The cooking time in the slow cooker can vary depending on the power of your appliance. Check the tenderness of the chicken after the minimum cooking time to ensure it's properly cooked. ### Recipe Conclusion: Slow Cooker Barbecue Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs offer an effortless and flavorful way to enjoy succulent chicken. With minimal prep, you can create a delicious and hearty meal that your family and friends will love. This recipe features a delightful combination of savory and tangy flavors, making it a perfect choice for any casual get-together or weeknight dinner. So, gather your ingredients, season your chicken, and let the slow cooker do the magic. Immerse yourself in the enticing aroma while it cooks, and prepare to savor fall-apart-tender chicken bursting with flavor. **Happy cooking!**

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