Heart-Healthy Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Savor the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition with this Heart-Healthy Pulled Chicken Sandwich recipe, a delicious twist on a comfort food classic. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts are slow-cooked to perfection in a rich medley of low-sugar barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and warm spices like garlic powder and paprika. Low-sodium chicken broth keeps the dish light, while whole wheat buns, fresh arugula, creamy avocado slices, and crisp red onions add wholesome, nutrient-packed layers. Ready with just 15 minutes of prep and a few hours in the slow cooker, this easy, low-fat recipe is perfect for healthy lunches or weeknight dinners. Whether you're watching your heart health or simply craving a guilt-free indulgence, this sandwich delivers on taste without sacrificing wellness.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce, low-sugar and low-sodium
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 buns Whole wheat hamburger buns
- 1 cup Arugula or other leafy greens
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 Avocado, sliced
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
Step 2
Pour the low-sodium chicken broth over the chicken.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
Step 4
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated.
Step 5
Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
Step 6
Once done, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
Step 7
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
Step 8
To assemble the sandwiches, place a portion of the pulled chicken on the bottom half of a whole wheat bun.
Step 9
Top the chicken with a generous helping of arugula, a few slices of red onion, and avocado.
Step 10
Place the top half of the bun on the sandwich and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1655.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2161.5 |
| Total Fat 55.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 578.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1996.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 159.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.7g | |
| Protein 246.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 6.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 606.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3310.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories