Crock Pot Whole BBQ Chicken (Print Version)

Juicy whole chicken slow-cooked with smoky rub and bold BBQ sauce for rich, tender flavors.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 4 pound whole roaster chicken, giblets removed

02 - 1 to 2 packets BBQ chicken dry rub

03 - 1 small onion, sliced

04 - 1 bottle of preferred BBQ sauce

01 - Remove chicken from packaging and extract any giblets from the cavity. Pat the exterior dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

02 - Evenly coat the entire chicken, including the interior cavity, with 1 to 2 packets of BBQ chicken dry rub, rubbing it in thoroughly.

03 - Place sliced onions in the bottom of a 6-quart oval slow cooker, creating a bed for the chicken.

04 - Place the seasoned chicken breast-side down atop the sliced onions. No additional liquid is necessary.

05 - Cover and cook on low for approximately 8 hours, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

06 - Remove the lid and brush half of the BBQ sauce bottle over the entire chicken, spreading evenly.

07 - Replace the lid and continue cooking on low for an additional 15 minutes to allow the sauce to set.

08 - Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Serve with the remaining BBQ sauce on the side.

01 - Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken’s thickest part reaches 165°F for safe consumption.

02 - Avoid rinsing raw chicken to prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen.

03 - Allow chicken to rest in the slow cooker after saucing to enhance flavor absorption.

04 - Thaw frozen chicken fully in the refrigerator before cooking for even doneness.