Barbecue Chicken with Bell Peppers and Onions

By Sarah Olson

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Jun 29, 2018Updated Oct 24, 2025

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Too hot to grill? Try this Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken with Bell Peppers and Onions for an easy dinner on a hot day.

wooden spoon in barbecue chicken

This recipe is a copy of an older recipe I have, which I used pork instead of chicken. This week I have been pressed for time and wanted an easy barbecue chicken recipe, and a favorite older barbecue recipe came to mind. The flavors of this blend go so well together.

chicken tenders, green and yellow bell peppers, onion, barbecue sauce, and seasonings.

Key Ingredients

Chicken tenderloins: cook up tender and soak in all the barbecue flavor.

Bell peppers and onion: sliced and slow cooked until soft, they add sweetness and balance to the tangy sauce.

Barbecue sauce blend: your favorite BBQ sauce mixed with Worcestershire and soy for a smoky, savory, slightly tangy flavor.

Red pepper flakes: just a pinch for a touch of heat (add more if you like it spicy).

cooked chicken in barbecue sauce with bell peppers and onions

How to Make Barbecue Chicken with Bell Peppers and Onions

  1. Add the chicken, veggies, and sauces into your slow cooker.
  2. Cover and cook on LOW until the chicken is tender.
  3. Stir and serve over rice, or enjoy with your favorite sides.
cooked chicken in barbecue sauce in a slow cooker

How to Serve

  • Spoon over white or brown rice.
  • Tuck into hoagie rolls for BBQ chicken sandwiches.
  • Serve alongside roasted potatoes or cornbread.
  • Add a fresh green salad or coleslaw on the side.
barbecue chicken on white rice on plate with corn

I think you will enjoy this easy barbecue recipe, no slaving over the hot grill for this one. I’m trying my best to find more summer recipes for y’all, so stay tuned. Have a great week.

chicken tenders with bell peppers and onion in barbecue sauce.

Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken with Bell Peppers and Onions

4.34 from 3 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
By: Sarah Olson
Juicy chicken tenderloins simmer in barbecue sauce, Worcestershire, soy, and peppers for a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy dinner that’s perfect over rice.
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Equipment

Ingredients 
 

  • 2 lbs. chicken tenderloins
  • 1 green bell pepper,, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper,, sliced
  • 1 white onion,, sliced
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions 

  • Add everything to the slow cooker and stir.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.
  • Serve over rice if desired.

Sarah’s Notes

Nutritional values are approximate. If you require a special diet, please use your own calculations. Values below are for 1/8 of the recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 639mg | Potassium: 609mg | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 42.3mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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Try another one of my barbecue recipes

Try my Root Beer Chicken or Hawaiian Chicken Sliders for easy barbecue meals.

Slow Cooker Barbecue Meatballs and Bacon Barbecue Meatloaf are hearty favorites.

For ribs, make Slow Cooker Dr. Pepper Ribs or Peachy Barbecue Ribs.

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21 Comments

  1. Ed Seager says:

    Can leftovers be frozen?

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    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes, this meal freezes well.

      Reply