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BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches: Easy Slow Cooker Recipe!


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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 6-7 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious and easy recipe for BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches made in a slow cooker.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • Coleslaw (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken breasts, barbecue sauce, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  3. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
  4. Toast the hamburger buns if desired.
  5. Serve the BBQ shredded chicken on the buns, topped with coleslaw if using.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper or use a spicy barbecue sauce.
  • Substitute the chicken with pork shoulder for a different flavor profile, following the same cooking method.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg