Recipes Side Dish Sauces and Condiments 15 Ways to Use Bottled Barbeque Sauce By Hayley Sugg Published on September 21, 2021 Close Photo: Allrecipes Magazine Bottled barbeque sauce sometimes get a bad reputation as being overly sweet or sticky. But with a few other ingredients, and some creative cooking methods, you can use bottled barbeque sauce in a wide range of delicious dishes. Dress it up with a dash of vinegar and some spices to create a Carolina-style sauce. Throw it in the slow cooker to make juicy pulled pork. Or use it as a glaze for wow-worthy meatballs. With so many ways to use barbeque sauce, you're sure to keep it in your pantry for easy meals from now on. 01 of 16 Slow Cooker Barbeque View Recipe RainbowJewels You only need a few ingredients to create this saucy barbeque. Bottled sauce is dressed up with powdered garlic and granulated onion, infusing the chuck roast with savory flavor. 02 of 16 BBQ Meatballs View Recipe House of Aqua Slow cooker meatballs are a classic appetizer, and this version gets its sweet and smoky flavor from both barbeque sauce and ketchup. Reviewer mrmanning says, "These are great every time, and always seem to be the first thing that disappears when company comes over." Browse more Meatball Appetizer Recipes. 03 of 16 Slow Cooker Barbeque Chicken View Recipe Paula Bottled barbeque sauce is dressed up with rich brown sugar and tangy vinegar before cooking low and slow with these chicken breasts. Enjoy as-is with your favorite sides, or shred the chicken and serve on top of a baked potato. 15 Slow Cooker Chicken Dinners Under 300 Calories 04 of 16 Amanda's Awesome Stir-Fry Sauce View Recipe Kelsey Riley This stir-fry sauce recipe may be untraditional, but it sure is delicious over steamed rice and fresh vegetables. The trio of barbeque sauce, peanut butter, and soy sauce, creates a fusion-inspired sauce that you'll be drizzling over everything. 05 of 16 Easy, Two-Ingredient Pulled Pork View Recipe mauigirl It doesn't get much easier than this. "Use a slow cooker to make these great sandwiches using just a pork loin and your favorite BBQ sauce," describes recipe creator Jeannie. 06 of 16 Barbeque Style Braised Short Ribs View Recipe Hassan Several hours of braising creates fall off the bone short ribs that will have you coming back for a second helping. Serve over a scoop of mashed potatoes, or with bread for sopping up the extra sauce. 07 of 16 Easy Sweet-N-Spicy BBQ Chicken View Recipe Happyschmoopies "Sweet from applesauce, spicy from bottled BBQ sauce, and easy from only 4 ingredients, this dish is perfect for a busy weeknight family meal," says recipe creator Paula T. "Serve alone or over rice, potatoes, or pasta." 08 of 16 Zesty Slow Cooker Chicken Barbecue View Recipe Creative Side of Me Slow cooking chicken breasts in barbeque sauce might not be unique, but this zesty recipe puts a spin on it with the addition of Italian salad dressing. Tuck those saucy shreds into a bun, and dinner is served! 09 of 16 Baby Back Ribs View Recipe RainbowJewels "These are tender and the meat falls right off the bone," says recipe creator KHEFFN. "Generally, people think of baby back ribs as a meal they would only order when at a restaurant, but they are so easy to make at home." This version uses bottled barbeque sauce for an extra quick prep time. 10 of 16 Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Chops View Recipe wannabe chefette If you need a "set it and forget it" dinner, then this is the recipe for you. Pork chops are layered up with barbeque sauce, then slow cooked for several hours to become extra tender. 20 Best Slow Cooker Recipes 11 of 16 Southern Yank Pulled Pork BBQ View Recipe Andreas Muller Pork shoulder is given the special treatment with this boldly flavored recipe. The base is barbeque sauce, which is amped up with Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, hot sauce, brown sugar, honey, and fresh garlic. 12 of 16 Busy Day Barbeque Brisket View Recipe Allrecipes Magazine "Brisket is rubbed with spices and liquid smoke and then cooked in a slow cooker with barbeque sauce until tender and juicy," describes recipe creator Shannon. "This calls for just enough barbecue sauce for that smoky flavor while still allowing the flavor of the meat to come through." 13 of 16 Barbecued Meatballs View Recipe TPertabsingh Meatballs aren't just for pairing with spaghetti. This flavorful barbeque version serves as an impressive main dish. Want a richer meatball? Some reviewers recommend swapping in pork for half of the beef. 25 Top-Rated Sweet and Sour Recipes 14 of 16 Sylvia's Ribs View Recipe Andrea Matosevic Using eight pounds of ribs, this recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd. The coating of barbeque sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar creating an irresistibly sticky glaze on the ribs. 15 of 16 Slow Cooker Beer Pulled Pork View Recipe Molly "My way of making pulled pork is simple: slow cooker, 1 can of beer, a 5 to 6 pound pork butt, seasonings, and a bottle of barbecue sauce," explains recipe creator Paula Todora. Mix and match your favorite brands of beer and barbeque sauce to create a unique dish every time. 16 of 16 More Condiment Ideas Melissa Goff The Best Recipes for People Who Absolutely Love Ketchup 25 Top-Rated Recipes Made Delectable with Mayonnaise 22 Delicious Ways to Use Up That Bottle of Fish Sauce Browse all our Sauces and Condiments Recipes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit