Delicious and Easy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Recipe

Make tender, flavorful buffalo chicken in your slow cooker with this easy and delicious recipe. The chicken cooks slowly in a spicy buffalo sauce, resulting in juicy and melt-in-your-mouth meat that is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, nachos, and more. Whether you're hosting a game day party or simply craving some spicy comfort food, this slow cooker buffalo chicken recipe is a must-try. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it's a winner for both busy weeknights and special occasions.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup buffalo hot sauce
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the buffalo hot sauce, melted butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the buffalo sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining buffalo sauce.
7. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Serve the slow cooker buffalo chicken as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or tacos, or use it as a topping for nachos or salads.
9. Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as blue cheese crumbles, ranch dressing, diced celery, or green onions.

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