Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters
If you’re looking for an easy slow cooker chicken recipe that’s packed with flavor and requires minimal prep, these Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters are the perfect family dinner. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this crockpot chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken infused with smoky barbecue sauce, sweet roasted red peppers, savory onions, and flavorful olives.
Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, potlucks, or family gatherings, this hearty dish practically cooks itself while filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
- Easy 5-ingredient recipe
- Perfect set-it-and-forget-it crockpot meal
- Tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken
- Family-friendly comfort food
- Budget-friendly dinner idea
- Great for meal prep and leftovers
- Naturally gluten-free (check barbecue sauce label)
Ingredients
- 4 chicken leg quarters (about 3 to 3½ pounds)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
- ½ cup sliced black olives or kalamata olives
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
Directions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken and pat dry.
- Spread the sliced red onion evenly across the bottom of a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
- Arrange the chicken leg quarters over the onions.
- Combine the barbecue sauce and roasted red peppers in a bowl and pour over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the olives evenly over the top.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For a thicker sauce, remove the cooking liquid and simmer it on the stovetop for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Spoon the sauce, onions, peppers, and olives over the chicken and serve hot.
Health & Meal Benefits
High in protein to help keep you full and satisfied.
Slow cooking creates exceptionally tender chicken without excessive added fats.
Roasted red peppers provide antioxidants, vitamin C, and natural sweetness.
Onions contribute flavor while supplying beneficial plant compounds.
Excellent make-ahead meal for busy families.
Leftovers can be shredded for sandwiches, wraps, tacos, salads, or rice bowls.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this delicious slow cooker BBQ chicken with:
- Mashed potatoes
- Buttered rice
- Egg noodles
- Corn on the cob
- Coleslaw
- Roasted vegetables
- Fresh green salad
