Easy Crockpot Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Effortlessly delicious and perfect for busy weeknights, these Easy Crockpot Pulled Chicken Sandwiches are a must-try for any barbecue lover. Tender, fall-apart chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a flavorful blend of barbecue sauce, chicken broth, and aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika, creating a savory and smoky filling that's ideal for sandwiches. With just 10 minutes of prep time, the crockpot does all the work, making this recipe a hands-off favorite that's ready in as little as four hours. Serve the juicy pulled chicken on lightly toasted hamburger buns and customize with optional toppings like tangy coleslaw and crisp pickle slices for a crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for family dinners, game day parties, or casual gatherings, these sandwiches are as versatile as they are satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces hamburger buns
- 2 cups coleslaw (optional)
- 0.5 cup pickle slices (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Add the chicken breasts to the bottom of the crockpot.
Step 2
Pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the chicken.
Step 3
Sprinkle the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the chicken.
Step 4
Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Step 5
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot. Mix the shredded chicken with the sauce to ensure it's evenly coated.
Step 6
Toast the hamburger buns lightly, if desired.
Step 7
Spoon a generous portion of the pulled chicken onto the bottom half of each bun.
Step 8
Top with coleslaw and pickle slices, if using, then cover with the top half of the bun.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy your Easy Crockpot Pulled Chicken Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2358.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3460.1 |
| Total Fat 118.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 809.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8603.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 299.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 128.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 146.4g | |
| Protein 403.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 588.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3852.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories