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Crockpot bbq chicken thighs

Crockpot BBQ Chicken Thighs

Crockpot bbq chicken thighs are a great slow cooker recipe that leaves you with flavorful, slow cooked chicken thighs in sweet bbq sauce.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crockpot BBQ Chicken Thighs
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 5 serving

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients

  • 5-6 Chicken Thighs I recommend bone-in but boneless are fine
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce

BBQ Seasoning Mix

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • First, remove the chicken from the package. No need to use oil. Unless you're letting the chicken sit and dry out there is no reason the seasoning won't stick.
  • Combine all the spices for the rub listed. Generously cover the chicken thighs with the seasoning. Coat them completely in the seasoning. I made sure the salt levels were perfect to avoid any worrying.
  • In the crockpot, add the seasoning chicken thighs then cover in the barbecue sauce. This is all you need because the chicken will release it's natural juices while cooking.
  • Cover the crockpot with a lid then cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5-6. When chicken is done allow to cool a bit before serving. Chicken is done at 165F but I suggest pushing the chicken thighs to 180-185F for more tender meat.
  • Quick tip, place the chicken on a sheet pan in the oven on broil for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce even more.
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