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
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- 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.
- Pour the buffalo sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining buffalo sauce.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the slow cooker buffalo chicken as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or tacos, or use it as a topping for nachos or salads.
- Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as blue cheese crumbles, ranch dressing, diced celery, or green onions.
