Description
If you’re looking for a delicious, easy dinner recipe that’s full of comfort and flavor, this Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe is just what you need. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are slow-cooked in your favorite BBQ sauce until they’re fall-apart perfect. It’s an ideal option for quick weeknight meals, crowd-pleasing dinner ideas, or simple food ideas for meal prep. Whether you’re craving an easy dinner, healthy snack alternative, or new dinner idea to impress, this recipe has you covered — all with minimal effort and maximum taste.
Ingredients
6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
2. In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
4. Place the chicken thighs into the slow cooker in a single layer.
5. Pour BBQ sauce over the chicken, making sure all pieces are well coated.
6. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
7. Optional: Broil the chicken thighs for 3–5 minutes after cooking to crisp the skin.
8. Serve hot with extra sauce and your favorite sides.
Notes
Use skin-on thighs for extra flavor and tenderness.
Broil after slow cooking for a crispy, caramelized finish.
Customize spice levels by adding cayenne or hot sauce to the BBQ sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: easy dinner, slow cooker chicken, BBQ chicken, comfort food, crockpot recipe