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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes (LOW) or 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes (HIGH)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken recipe offers a juicy, flavorful dish perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a zesty buffalo sauce blended with butter, ranch seasoning, and garlic make for a deliciously saucy and spicy dish that can be served on buns, wraps, or over rice. The slow cooker ensures the chicken absorbs maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it a convenient and crowd-pleasing option.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for extra juiciness)

Sauce

  • 1 cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s or your preferred brand)
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker in an even layer, ensuring they sit comfortably without overlapping excessively.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the buffalo sauce, melted butter, ranch seasoning packet, and minced garlic until well combined.
  3. Coat the chicken: Pour the prepared sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure each piece is thoroughly coated with sauce.
  4. Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW heat for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH heat for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  5. Shred the chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, allowing it to absorb the flavorful sauce completely.
  6. Serve: Serve the buffalo chicken hot on sandwich buns, in wraps, or over rice. Optionally, add ranch dressing or blue cheese for extra creaminess and flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer more moist and juicy meat.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3-4 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop or microwave.
  • Adjust the buffalo sauce amount or spice level based on your heat preference.
  • This recipe can be doubled to feed larger groups using a larger slow cooker.
  • Serve with celery sticks and carrot sticks to balance the heat with crunch.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours on LOW or 3-4 hours on HIGH
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: slow cooker buffalo chicken, buffalo chicken recipe, crockpot buffalo chicken, easy buffalo chicken, shredded buffalo chicken

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