Description
Sticky, sweet, and smoky with a tangy twist—this Apple Butter BBQ Chicken is fall-flavored perfection. Made in the slow cooker or oven, it turns tender and pull-apart juicy, perfect for piling onto sandwiches, bowls, or just digging in by the forkful. Naturally gluten-free and endlessly cozy.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 cup apple butter
1/2 cup BBQ sauce (GF certified)
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional: pinch of chili flakes for heat
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together apple butter, BBQ sauce, vinegar, mustard, paprika, and seasonings.
Place chicken in a slow cooker or baking dish. Pour sauce over top.
Slow Cooker: Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
Oven: Bake covered at 325°F (160°C) for 1.5–2 hours until fork-tender.
Shred chicken directly in the sauce and mix well.
Serve on buns, over mashed potatoes, or with roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 - 7 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 / serving
- Sugar: 18g / serving
- Fat: 12g / serving
- Carbohydrates: 22g / serving
- Protein: 30g / serving