Slow Cooker BBQ Ranch Chicken
This slow cooker BBQ pulled chicken is tender, flavorful, and made with just three ingredients. The combination of chicken thighs, barbecue sauce, and ranch seasoning creates a savory and slightly sweet shredded chicken that's perfect for sandwiches, wraps, salads, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 # chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 1 oz. packet dry ranch seasoning
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in the bottom of a 4-6 qt. slow cooker.2 # chicken thighs
- Sprinkle with ranch seasoning and pour over barbeque sauce. Use a spoon to coat the chicken with the barbeque sauce.1 oz. packet dry ranch seasoning , 1 cup barbecue sauce
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with 2 forks right in the slow cooker to soak up the juice.
Notes
BBQ Sauce - The sauce you choose really sets the tone for the whole dish. Sweet sauces are more kid-friendly, smoky adds depth, and tangy helps balance the richness.
Chicken Thighs - Thighs stay more tender, but chicken breasts work well too, just avoid overcooking.
