Slow Cooker Burnt Honey Barbecue Chicken

Name: Slow Cooker Burnt Honey Barbecue Chicken
Cook time: 3 h 15 min
Total time: 3 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika; 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 8 (4-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (from 1 onion); 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic (from 3 garlic cloves); 1 cup apple cider; 1/4 cup tomato paste; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon dark chili powder; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup honey; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

Cook:3h 15min

For an easy barbecue chicken recipe, try using your slow cooker. This no-fuss version is just as delicious as a classic grilled barbecue chicken, and works well in sandwiches or as a popular summer main course.

Updated at: Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:09:48 GMT