Sweet Baby Ray’s Crockpot Chicken
Imagine coming home to the tantalizing aroma of tender chicken bathed in a rich, tangy barbecue sauce, effortlessly cooked to perfection. That’s the joy of using a crockpot to make the Sweet Baby Ray’s Crockpot Chicken.
This recipe is a crowd-pleaser with its delightful blend of sweetness, spice, and everything nice, making it a go-to dish for busy weeknights, game days, or when you just need a comforting meal without the fuss.
What sets this dish apart is the magic of slow cooking combined with the iconic Sweet Baby Ray’s sauce, which infuses the chicken with a deep, robust flavor. The addition of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, balanced perfectly by the sweetness of brown sugar and the tanginess of vinegar.
The result? Each bite is a mouth-watering experience that pulls you in for more. Now, let’s get cooking and turn simple ingredients into a meal that your family will request time and again.
Ingredients:
- 4-6 chicken breasts
- 1 bottle Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce, vinegar, red pepper flakes, brown sugar, and garlic powder. Stir until all the ingredients are well blended.
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot. It’s okay if they are frozen; just ensure that they are spread out evenly.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot, making sure each piece is coated generously.
- Set the crockpot to cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. The cooking time will depend on whether you use fresh or frozen chicken.
- Once the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender, it’s ready to serve. You can shred the chicken for sandwiches or serve the breasts whole with sides of your choice.
