The simplest flavors come together just right in this Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle BBQ Chicken and make the most amazing sauce that will blow away any ideas that chicken for dinner is boring!
2tablespoonsadobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers(less if you like things less spicy)
salt and pepper
Instructions
Season chicken thighs with a little salt and pepper
Heat butter and olive oil in skillet over medium high to high heat
Skillet is nice and hot when butter is melted and just starts to bubble
Add chicken skin side down and let brown for about 4 minutes until skin is nice and light brown
Turn chicken over and let saute on other side for 2 minutes
Remove chicken to slow cooker
In small bowl whisk together BBQ sauce, adobo sauce, and honey
Pour over chicken and cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 until chicken is cooked through
Notes
I cooked this in a single layer in my 3.5 quart casserole slow cooker but it would also be fine to layer it up in a regular slow cookerBe sure not to move chicken around after placing in the hot skillet until it has been cooking for 4 minutes. This will ensure it sticks and browns evenly.