Barbecue Chicken Recipe
Slow-cooked fresh over hickory and oak.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Wood Chips for Smoking
Method
Preparation
- 1
Season the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- 2
Prepare the Slow Cooker
Place the seasoned chicken thighs into the slow cooker. Pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken, ensuring that all pieces are well coated.
- 3
Soak the Wood Chips
Soak hickory and oak wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning too quickly.
Cooking
- 4
Add Wood Chips
If using a smoker, add the soaked hickory and oak wood chips directly to the smoker box or on top of the charcoal. If using a grill, place the wood chips in a smoker pouch or wrap in aluminum foil with holes poked in it, and place it over the heat source.
- 5
Slow Cook the Chicken
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- 6
Finish and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken thighs from the slow cooker and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side, if desired.
