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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken

Tender shredded chicken cooked in spicy buffalo sauce, perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or salads. Easy slow cooker meal with bold flavors and simple prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course, slow cooker
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker
  • 2 forks for shredding chicken
  • 1 mixing bowl for sauce

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for serving
  • Celery sticks for serving

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken ensuring it is well coated.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until chicken is tender.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks and stir it back into the sauce.
  • Serve alone or in sandwiches, tacos, or salads garnished with chopped green onions and celery sticks.

Notes

  • Make ahead and refrigerate or freeze for later use.
  • Serve with celery sticks for added crunch.