Description
Tender, slow-cooked chicken thighs coated in a tangy, slightly sweet Carolina Gold mustard-based BBQ sauce. This easy crockpot recipe delivers bold Southern flavor with minimal prep and is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup Carolina Gold BBQ sauce (mustard-based)
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Carolina Gold BBQ sauce, yellow mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Serve the thighs whole with extra sauce spooned over the top, or shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and mix it with the sauce before serving.
Notes
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.
- For deeper smoky flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke.
- Increase honey or add 1 tablespoon brown sugar for a sweeter sauce.
- Sliced onions can be added to the crockpot for extra flavor.
- Bone-in chicken thighs may be used; adjust cooking time as needed to ensure doneness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
