Step 1

Combine together the seasoning: garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper in a bowl and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl mix together apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and 3⁄4 cup of BBQ sauce.

Step 3

Place chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Step 4

Sprinkle the seasoning over the chicken in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Add the diced onion and then pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken, covering it fully in the mixture.

Step 6

Cook the chicken for 2 -3 hours on high or low for 3 – 5 hours.

Step 7

Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.

Step 8

Remove the juices from the crockpot and add the chicken back in. Add some of the juices back, about 1⁄2 cup to 1 cup, into the slow cooker. Don’t add too much back it can make the chicken too watery for sandwiches.

Step 9

Add the remaining 3⁄4 cup of BBQ sauce and mix with the chicken mixture. Cover and cook for 10 minutes to let the BBQ sauce warm up.