Description
This Slow Cooker Peach BBQ Sauce Chicken is sweet, tangy, and fall-apart tender! Juicy chicken is slow-cooked in a delicious homemade peach BBQ sauce, making it perfect for sandwiches, rice bowls, or as a main dish with roasted veggies. An easy, flavorful meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For the Peach BBQ Sauce:
- 1 1/2 cups peach preserves (or fresh peaches, blended)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Instructions
Step 1: Season the Chicken
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Step 2: Make the Peach BBQ Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together peach preserves, BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
Step 3: Slow Cook
- Pour the peach BBQ sauce over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
Step 4: Shred & Serve
- Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the sauce.
- Serve over rice, in sandwiches, or with roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Use Fresh Peaches: Blend 2 fresh peaches instead of preserves for a natural sweetness.
- Make It Spicy: Add ½ tsp cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Serving Ideas: Try it over coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or in tacos!