We're about to take your taste buds on a smoky, savory journey with our BBQ Chicken Cornbread Crockpot recipe. This recipe not only satisfies your BBQ cravings but also simplifies your cooking process, making it perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend gatherings.
My family loves this BBQ chicken cornbread slow cooker recipe. It's a great way to get dinner on the table on a busy weeknight. The chicken comes out moist and tender, and the cornbread is moist and flavorful. The BBQ sauce adds a delicious tangy sweetness to the dish. I love that this recipe is so hands-off. I can simply add the ingredients to the crockpot in the morning, and it will be ready by dinnertime.
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Try some of our other favorite casseroles, such as Easy Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing, Bubble Up Lasagna, Cheesy Chicken and Rice, or Cheeseburger Macaroni Casserole.
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Ingredients for BBQ Chicken and Cornbread in the Slow Cooker
- chicken breasts, cubed
- bbq sauce
- box cornbread mix (plus ingredients on back of box)
- red onion, diced
- cup cheese, shredded (cheddar, colby, mexican)
FAQs
Crockpot BBQ Chicken Cornbread is a comforting dish that combines tender, slow-cooked BBQ chicken with a layer of cornbread baked on top. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful BBQ sauce, and then cornbread batter is poured over it and cooked until golden and fluffy.
Yes, you can freeze this dish. Allow it to cool completely, then transfer portions to freezer-safe containers or bags. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Salad: A fresh green salad or coleslaw.
Vegetables: Steamed or roasted vegetables like green beans, corn, or asparagus.
Beans: Baked beans or a bean salad.
Potatoes: Mashed potatoes or potato salad.
Top Tips
- Choose a good-quality barbecue sauce that you enjoy. It's a key component of the flavor, so select one that suits your taste preferences, whether it's sweet, smoky, spicy, or tangy.
- Adding vegetables? Pour into to the crockpot, during the last hour of cooking to ensure they don't overcook.
- If you want a thicker cornbread topping, add an extra box of cornbread mix to the crockpot.
- If you have leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
How to make Barbecue Chicken with Cornbread topping in Crockpot
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick spray. In a medium bowl, stir together diced chicken, red onion, and barbecue sauce. Pour into slow cooker.
- Mix cornbread mix, according to box. Spread over the top of the chicken. Cover and cook on high 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
- Once cornbread is done, (check the center with a toothpick) sprinkle ½ to 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top. Cook until cheese is melted. Scoop and serve hot!
Crockpot BBQ Chicken Cornbread
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup bbq sauce
- 1 box cornbread mix (plus ingredients on back of box)
- ½ red onion, diced
- ½ to 1 cup cheese, shredded (cheddar, colby, mexican)
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick spray. In a medium bowl, stir together diced chicken, red onion, and barbecue sauce. Pour into slow cooker.
- Mix cornbread mix, according to box. Spread over the top of the chicken. Cover and cook on high 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
- Once cornbread is done, (check the center with a toothpick) sprinkle ½ to 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top. Cook until cheese is melted. Scoop and serve hot!
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