Crockpot Zesty Bbq Chicken 5 Ingredients

Crockpot dinners that don’t require a lot of ingredients are my favorite because they’re affordable and easy to make. For more ideas, try my bourbon chicken, this Olive Garden chicken, and my Mississippi pork roast!

Crockpot Zesty BBQ Chicken

Your family is going to LOVE this zesty BBQ chicken made in the crockpot. It cooks low and slow in a zesty BBQ sauce and the chicken shreds perfectly! It doesn’t get any easier than a 5 ingredient recipe and it will become a go-to dinner! The sauce uses bottled BBQ sauce and Zesty Italian dressing…the combination of the two together is DELICIOUS! Throw it all together in the crockpot before your day gets busy then come home to shredded chicken slathered in a sweet and savory BBQ sauce. Here’s how to make this meal complete! Serve the shredded zesty BBQ chicken on toasted hamburger buns, top the chicken with coleslaw, then serve grilled corn on the side. A perfect summertime meal that everyone devours!

Ingredients Needed

It only takes 5 ingredients, and most you’ll already have on hand! Search your fridge first for an opened bottle of BBQ sauce and Italian dressing before you head to the store. Follow the recipe card below for exact amounts!

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: I used about 4 chicken breasts for this recipe. BBQ Sauce: My kids love sweet baby rays! You can your favorite barbecue sauce or try my easy homemade recipe! Zesty Italian Salad Dressing: I love the zesty flavor but you can use any Italian dressing that you prefer. Brown Sugar: Adds extra sweetness to the sauce! Worcestershire Sauce: Adds depth and a smokey flavor.

Zesty BBQ Chicken Recipe

Easy to throw together with only 5 minutes of prep! I love crockpot recipes because it doesn’t require a lot of work. This recipe is so easy that even my older kids can make it! Such a great dinner idea for a busy family.

Chicken: I prefer fresh chicken breasts, but frozen chicken breasts work great too! I’ve also used boneless skinless chicken thighs and it turned out incredible! Buns and Sliders: Serve the shredded chicken in hamburger buns or slider buns. I love to use slider buns because they can feed a crowd! More Serving Options: Ditch the buns and serve the chicken over mashed potatoes or rice. I’ve also enjoyed this chicken on a bed of lettuce for a low-carb option.

In the Refrigerator: Store the shredded and cooled chicken in an airtight container. The leftover meat can be kept in the fridge for 5-7 days. In the Freezer: Place the shredded and cooled chicken into freezer-safe bags or an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. To Reheat: Reheat leftovers in the microwave or over the stove until warmed through. Thaw frozen chicken in the refrigerator overnight and reheat the next day!