Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1.5 cups BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp liquid smoke
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions:

  1. Toss the chicken thighs in a medium bowl with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Note: Ensure every inch is coated for consistent flavor
  2. Whisk the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic powder, and liquid smoke directly in the slow cooker. Note: Mixing it in the pot saves on washing a bowl
  3. Layer the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the sauce. Note: Don't crowd them too much; a single layer is best
  4. Secure the lid and cook on High for 240 minutes until the chicken yields easily to a fork.
  5. Preheat your broiler to 400°F (200°C). Note: Make sure the top rack is in the correct position
  6. Transfer the thighs to a foil lined baking sheet. Note: Use tongs to avoid burning your fingers
  7. Spoon extra sauce from the slow cooker over each piece. Note: Be generous; this creates the glaze
  8. Broil for 3-5 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and charred.