Put the chicken breasts into the crockpot.
In a bowl, mix:
BBQ sauce
adobo sauce
minced chipotle pepper
brown sugar
vinegar
smoked paprika
garlic powder
onion powder
salt and pepper
Pour the sauce over the chicken and turn the chicken once so it’s coated.
Add the tablespoon of butter on top.
Cook:
LOW: about 4–5 hours
HIGH: about 2.5–3 hours
Chicken breasts dry out if overcooked, so start checking early.
Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot with two forks.
Let it sit in the sauce another 10–15 minutes after shredding so it absorbs flavor.
For the Best Flavor
If you want an even smokier “cookout” taste:
Add ½ teaspoon liquid smoke
Use a smoky BBQ sauce
Great Toppings:
Sharp cheddar
Pickled red onions
Coleslaw
Crispy onions
Dill pickles
Bun Ideas:
Brioche buns
Pretzel buns
Kaiser rolls
