BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Juicy, tender, and bursting with smoky-sweet flavor, this BBQ Chicken Sandwich is the ultimate comfort food recipe for any occasion. Featuring slow-cooked, fork-shredded chicken simmered in tangy BBQ sauce and perfectly paired with a crisp, creamy homemade coleslaw, this sandwich strikes the perfect balance of savory and refreshing. Served on toasted hamburger buns, it offers a delightful crunch alongside the rich, saucy chicken. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a hands-off cooking process in the slow cooker, this easy BBQ Chicken Sandwich is ideal for busy weeknights or a laid-back weekend meal. Perfect for family dinners, summer gatherings, or game-day spreads, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups coleslaw mix
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 4 buns hamburger buns
Directions
Step 1
Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 2
Place the seasoned chicken in a slow cooker, pour the BBQ sauce and water over the chicken, and make sure it is well coated.
Step 3
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and easily shreddable.
Step 4
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred the chicken finely.
Step 5
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mix it well with the remaining BBQ sauce, and keep it warm.
Step 6
In a bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar. Mix well to create the coleslaw.
Step 7
Toast the hamburger buns lightly if desired.
Step 8
Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous amount of shredded BBQ chicken on the bottom half of each bun.
Step 9
Top with a scoop of prepared coleslaw and place the other half of the bun on top.
Step 10
Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1695.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2319.3 |
| Total Fat 84.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 637.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4522.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 159.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 72.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 69.9g | |
| Protein 278.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 6.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 451.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2864.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories