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Dr Pepper Chicken is a family favorite and such an easy meal. The kids love when Dr. Pepper Chicken Sliders are on the menu for the week. You seriously will not believe how easy they are!
We love crockpot recipes and this Slow Cooker Dr. Pepper Chicken does not disappoint. We enjoy it year round but it is especially nice in the Summer for a quick meal.
I love that we can do something fun as a family and spend less time in the kitchen. This really is perfect for Summer activities or busy weeks during the school year. You may even like these Crockpot Dr. Pepper Ribs for a crowd pleasing meal.
Another family favorite is this Crock pot Sweet Djion Chicken Recipe.
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Why This Recipe Works
Slow cooking chicken makes the best meal idea. This easy dinner is great for parties and sliders are great when you need smaller portions. Plus, this meal is very easy and takes little preparation.
The ingredients are simple and the chicken turns out tender, juicy and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- BBQ Sauce any kind will work
- Dr Pepper
- Minced Garlic
- Onion, chopped or slices I do chopped to help “hide” them from the kids
- Hawaiian Rolls
- Topping Ideas – sliced red onion, sharp cheddar cheese, more BBQ sauce
Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe.
Variations Ideas
- BBQ Sauce – You can use any type of BBQ Sauce that you prefer. We really like making homemade but Sweet Baby Rays is always a family favorite store bought option.
- Chicken – Feel free to use boneless skinless chicken thighs for this recipe if you prefer. You can also use pulled pork for a delicious variation.
- Seasoning – You can also add in different seasoning if you prefer. We like to add in salt and pepper with garlic salt and onion powder for added flavor.
Step by Step Instructions
- Step 1 – In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, BBQ, onion, minced garlic and Dr Pepper.
- Step 2 – Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Shred.
- Step 3 – Serve BBQ Chicken on Hawaiian rolls with your favorite toppings.
Recipe Tips
- Chicken – You can put the chicken in the slow cooker frozen or thawed. Cooking time may change slightly, but we usually cook on low for about 6 hours either way.
- Shredded Chicken – Shred the chicken with two fork or Learn How to Shred Chicken with a hand mixer or stand mixer with paddle attachment.
Serving Ideas
However, there are so many really easy side dishes I also love to make with these chicken sliders.
Some of our favorites include:
- Classic Italian Pasta Salad Recipe
- Corn on the Cob
- Easy Pasta Salad Recipe
- Macaroni Salad Recipe
- Tropical Fruit Salad
- Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
How to Use Leftover Dr Pepper Chicken
The possibilities are endless for leftovers. In fact, we love it so much that I try to intentionally have leftovers.
You can make chicken sandwiches, quesadillas and chimichangas for an easy weeknight meal. The shredded chicken is also great on a salad or in lettuce wraps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. We think it taste even better the next day as the barbecue sauce and Dr Pepper marinate even more in the chicken.
We usually reheat in the microwave but if you have a lot left over, we recommend reheating on the stovetop.
Yes, you can freeze leftovers in a freezer safe container. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
More Easy Shredded Chicken Recipes
- Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
- Crock Pot Shredded Chicken
- Crock pot Shredded Chicken Quesadillas Recipe
- Mexican Shredded Chicken
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Dr Pepper Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cups BBQ Sauce any kind will work
- 1 can Dr Pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 onion -chopped or slices I do chopped to help “hide” them from the kids
- 24 hawaiian rolls
- Topping ideas sliced red onion, sharp cheddar cheese, more BBQ sauce
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, bbq, onion, minced garlic and Dr Pepper.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Shred.
- Serve on hawaiian rolls with your favorite toppings.
I’m so sorry about that. Yes, I added in the garlic with the other ingredients in the crock pot at the beginning of the cooking time.
You don’t say when to put in the garlic. I put it in with the other ingrediants
I’m so glad you loved it. Thank you for commenting.
Made this today. It is so good! Will definitely be making this again
Yes, diet coke would be delicious in this recipe too. Any dark color soda would work great!
I just saw this recipe and was so excited. My two favorite things are Bbq sauce and Diet Dr Pepper. Can I use diet soda? I haven’t used my crockpot in awhile but will definitely try this soon!
This was so amazing! We did dinner on buns and had leftovers for taters! Added to the Dinner Plans!
The Dr. Pepper chicken turned out delicious. I’m definitely saving this recipe to make in the future. The first time I made it, I used a sweet vidalia onion bbq sauce, which made the dish extra sweet (which my family likes). For a more traditional taste, I would stick with a traditional bbq sauce.
Fast, easy, cheap & delicious