Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
This Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken delivers 35g protein and 407 calories per serving — efficient macros that leave room for carbs and fats in your daily total. Batch-preps 4 servings in the slow cooker with zero active cooking time, making it practical for meal prep on busy days. Use this when you need reliable protein without planning around cooking schedules.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(590g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Paprika, Smoked(10g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •½ tsp salt ($0.02)
- •½ Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.03)
- •BBQ Sauce(510g)
Any BBQ sauce. Sweet Baby Ray's is a go-to. Check sugar content if cutting.
Instructions
- 1Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them on a cutting board.
- 2In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika and garlic powder, then sprinkle the seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- 3Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1–2 minutes, then add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown (do not cook through).
- 4Transfer the seared chicken to a slow cooker, pour the BBQ sauce over the top until the chicken is fully covered, then place the lid on and cook on high for 2.5 hours or on low for 4–5 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the meat shreds easily.
- 5Remove the chicken from the slow cooker using tongs and place on a cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 6Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat evenly with the sauce.
- 7Divide the BBQ chicken and sauce evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot, then cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating for up to 4 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
407
calories
35g
protein
5g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 54g
- Saturated fat
- 0.9g
- Sodium
- 1378 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.1g
4 servings per batch · ~279g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 35g of protein and 407 calories with 5g fat and 54g carbs. The carbohydrate-to-protein ratio makes this a lean, carb-forward macro profile.
How long does Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken take to prep?
Prep time is quick with the slow cooker doing the work, and this batch makes 4 servings. You'll have four ready-to-eat dinners or lunch portions with minimal prep effort.
Is Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 407 calories and 54g carbs per serving, this recipe is ideal for muscle gain phases where carbs are prioritized around training. The 35g protein per serving supports recovery without excess calories.
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