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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes (LOW) or 3 hours 40 minutes (HIGH)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a flavorful homemade buffalo sauce with melted butter and ranch seasoning. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker for an effortless meal, it can be shredded and served on buns, wraps, or over rice for a delicious spicy dish with minimal prep time.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thighs can be substituted for extra juiciness)

Buffalo Sauce Mixture

  • 1 cup Buffalo sauce (use Frank’s or your favorite 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 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker in an even layer to ensure even cooking.
  2. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the buffalo sauce, melted butter, ranch seasoning mix, and minced garlic until well combined.
  3. Coat the chicken: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure each piece is coated completely for maximum flavor.
  4. Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  5. Shred the chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker so it soaks up the buffalo sauce for extra juiciness and flavor.
  6. Serve: Serve the shredded buffalo chicken hot on sandwich buns, in wraps, or over rice. Optionally, add ranch or blue cheese dressing for an extra burst of flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for a juicier result.
  • Use Frank’s Buffalo sauce or your preferred buffalo sauce brand for authentic flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of ranch seasoning or garlic to your taste preference.
  • Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing as a topping.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and used in salads or tacos.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes (LOW) or 3 hours 30 minutes (HIGH)
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Buffalo chicken, slow cooker recipes, shredded chicken, dinner, easy buffalo chicken, spicy chicken, crockpot buffalo chicken

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