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Tender Slow-Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

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A simple and juicy slow-cooker pulled chicken sandwich recipe with a tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper to taste (about 1/4 teaspoon)
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 6–8 sandwich buns (brioche, potato rolls, or kaiser rolls)
  • Optional: coleslaw for topping

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Trim any excess fat if needed.
  2. In a small bowl, combine BBQ sauce, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken without stirring.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.
  5. Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Mix with the juices and sauce. Add extra BBQ sauce if desired.
  6. Toast the sandwich buns lightly on a skillet or in the oven.
  7. Assemble sandwiches by piling pulled chicken on the bottom bun, topping with coleslaw or pickles if desired, and capping with the top bun. Serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce is too thin after shredding, cook uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken. Avoid opening the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain heat. Shred chicken while warm to keep it juicy. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns and verify BBQ sauce labels. Chicken thighs can be used but may require adjusted cooking time.

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