Slow Cooker Irie BBQ Chicken

This Slow Cooker Irie BBQ Chicken combines traditional Caribbean flavors with a modern twist, featuring a blend of spices that will delight your taste buds. The chicken is tender and infused with a zesty, smoky barbecue sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. It's an easy, one-pot dish that meets various dietary needs while offering a delicious savory experience.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, jerk seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and lime juice to create the marinade.
2. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.
3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
4. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker with two forks, mixing it with the sauce.
5. Serve the Irie BBQ chicken on a bed of rice or in soft tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.