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BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches: A Flavorful Recipe Delight!

BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make meal featuring tender shredded chicken coated in a flavorful barbecue sauce, served on hamburger buns.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 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

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
  2. Transfer the chicken mixture to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, until heated through and flavors meld.
  3. If you prefer, you can also heat the mixture in a saucepan over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
  4. Toast the hamburger buns if desired.
  5. Serve the BBQ shredded chicken on the buns, topped with coleslaw if using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper or your favorite hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
  • Substitute the chicken with shredded pork or jackfruit for a different flavor profile.

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