BBQ Hot Dogs in the Crock Pot – the best hot dogs EVER! Super easy and they taste great! Hot dogs slow-cooked in a quick homemade sauce of ketchup, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and onion powder. Slice the hot dogs on two sides so they absorb more of the sauce – YUM! Great for cookouts, tailgating, and parties.

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Crock Pot Hot Dogs in BBQ Sauce

Hot dogs are a must for summer parties and cookouts. We love to grill hot dogs, but last week I threw them in the crock pot with an easy homemade BBQ sauce. OMG! SO good! This is the easiest way to make hot dogs and everyone LOVED them! Only a few minutes of prep time and they were ready to eat in a couple of hours. Perfect for potlucks, tailgating, and birthday parties.

hot dogs cooked in bbq sauce on a platter

How to Cook Hot Dogs in the Crock Pot

This recipe is effortless to make with only a few simple ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, brown sugar, and vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper. Place the hot dogs in the crockpot. Pour the sauce over them and cover. Cook on LOW for 3-4 hours and serve. Make sure to use up all the sauce in the bottom of the slow cooker – SO GOOD!

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

I like to make small cuts on two sides of my hot dogs before cooking. This allows more of the sauce to season the hot dogs as they cook.
You can whisk together the sauce in advance and refrigerate it until you are ready to cook the hot dogs.
I use Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce in the sauce mixture. I also like Stubb’s BBQ sauce.
Consider adding some hot dog chili on top of your dogs.
- Here is our recipe for Homemade Hot Dog Chili: https://www.plainchicken.com/quick-chili-cheese-dogs/
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

What to Serve with Hot Dogs

When it comes to serving up these hot dogs, we like to make a hot dog bar with all our favorite toppings: relish, cheese mustard, peppers, tomatoes, onions, sauerkraut, jalapenos, and bacon. Kids and adults love it!

Looking for side dish ideas? I’ve got some delicious and easy ideas for what to serve with these yummy hot dogs. First off, a classic side of coleslaw is an absolute must. Its cool and creamy crunch will perfectly complement the hearty and flavorful hot dogs. Next, serve up some creamy potato salad. Lastly, a side of baked beans will complete the meal with their sweet and smoky flavors. These sides will make your Crock Pot Hot Dogs feast a hit with friends and family. So get ready to enjoy a fun and fuss-free meal that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds.

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