Need an easy fuss-free chicken dinner this week?  This sweet and savory Crockpot Maple Barbecue Chicken Recipe is the EASIEST thing you’ll make all week!  Just 5 ingredients + 5 minutes of prep, and dinner is done!

Be sure to also give these delectable Maple Barbecue Pork Chops a try, too!

Blue slow cooker of Maple Barbecue Chicken.

Crockpot Maple Barbecue Chicken Recipe

Are you ready for another simple and delicious unforgettable weeknight dinner?

When it comes to Easy Crock Pot Recipes, this one checks all of the boxes!

Quick Prep?  Check!  Few Ingredients?  Check!  Family Favorite?  Check, check, check, check!

Ryan writes: “Yum, the flavor is absolutely amazing!”

In fact, it’s so simple and SO delicious, you’ll want this crazy easy 5 ingredient Crockpot Maple Barbecue Chicken on repeat.

Not only does this Maple Barbecue Chicken Recipe take hardly any effort, but it’s also such an easy way to add some glorious flavor to your week.

I know you’re going love the tasty flavor combination of the sweet Maple and the tangy BBQ.  It’s ridiculously delicious!

And as a little added bonus… it will be one of the EASIEST dinners you’ll make all week!

So what are you waiting for?  Are you ready your slow cooker going?

Your chicken dinner is about to get super-charged with irresistible flavor!!

You’ll just need to round up these easy ingredients to get started…

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Maple Barbecue Chicken ingredients including barbecue sauce, maple extract, and maple syrup.

Maple Barbecue Chicken Ingredients

It takes just a simple ingredients to make the BEST Maple BBQ Chicken!

Add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…

  • Chicken – fresh or thawed if previously frozen
  • Barbecue Sauce
  • Maple Syrup –  you’ll want to use Pure maple syrup
  • Maple Extract
  • Brown Sugar

You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.

That’s it.  You know this recipe is going to be easy when you only need 5 Ingredients for this chicken dinner!

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How to Make Crockpot Maple Barbecue Chicken

You won’t believe how EASY it is to make gourmet Maple BBQ Chicken at home!

Here’s what you’ll do…

Chicken in a slow cooker.

1. Cook your chicken in your crockpot, and then drain and discard the juices.

2. Mix up your sauce in a mixing bowl, then pour the sauce over your chicken and continue cooking.

3. Once done, serve it up and enjoy every delicious bite!

See… I told you this was going to be easy!!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Chicken topped with maple barbecue sauce in a slow cooker.

What To Serve With Maple Barbecue Chicken

Add the perfect compliments to your delightful Maple Barbecue Chicken when you serve up some of these delicious side dish recipes

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How To Store Slow Cooker Maple Barbecue Chicken

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

You can reheat the next day for another easy weeknight meal!

Maple Barbecue Chicken Reviews

Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this easy maple barbecue crockpot chicken recipe…

One reader writes: “This has all the best flavors for chicken!!”

Nikki writes: “So easy”

Ryan writes: “Yum, the flavor is absolutely amazing!”

Christie writes: “Really delicious!”

Lisa writes: “I seriously love how easy this is!”

Cindy writes: “Yummy!”

Rebecca writes: “Such an incredible dinner recipe!”

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Crockpot Maple Barbecue Chicken Recipe

This Maple Barbecue Chicken Recipe is the perfect way to kick up the flavor on your chicken dinner! The sweet Maple and tangy BBQ flavors are dynamite!!
Servings: 4
Maple Barbecue Chicken in a blue slow cooker.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 3 pounds boneless skinless Chicken Breasts, fresh or thawed
  • 1 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, (18 oz. bottle = approx 1.5 cups)
  • 1/3 cup Dark Robust Pure Maple Syrup
  • 1 tsp McCormick Maple Extract
  • 1 tablespoon packed Light Brown Sugar

Instructions 

  • Cook Chicken in Crockpot on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours (covered)
  • After 3 hours on HIGH or 6 hours on LOW, drain juices from crockpot
  • In medium bowl, mix together Barbecue Sauce, Maple Syrup, Maple Extract and Brown Sugar.
  • Pour mixture over chicken, and cook on HIGH for 30 more minutes (covered), or until done. ENJOY!!

Notes

  • For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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4 Comments

  1. Leanne @ Crumb Top Baking says:

    I love using my crock pot to prepare meals, especially during the fall. So many cozy recipes, including this maple chicken!

    1. Heidi says:

      Thanks, Leanne! I agree… crockpots in the Fall are my favorite, too!

  2. Paige Cassandra Flamm says:

    This is a perfect weeknight meal! Totally going to try this when after school sports get the better of me!

    Paige

    1. Heidi says:

      Aww… thanks, Paige! It really is perfect for those busy weeknights… hope the family loves it! 🙂