Pulled Chicken Sandwiches Crock Pot
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Pulled Chicken Sandwiches made in the Crock Pot! This easy slow-cooker recipe combines tender, shredded chicken with a rich, smoky blend of barbecue sauce, garlic, onions, and spices for a flavor-packed filling that’s perfect for layering onto soft hamburger buns. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of hands-off cooking, this dish is an effortless crowd-pleaser for family meals, potlucks, or game-day gatherings. Serve these barbecue-inspired sandwiches with a generous helping of creamy coleslaw for the ultimate comfort food experience—and don’t forget to toast those buns for a little extra crunch! Whether you’re feeding a hungry crew or meal prepping for the week, this delicious and versatile recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 hamburger buns
- 2 cups coleslaw (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the Crock Pot.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, chicken broth, diced onion, minced garlic, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 3
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
Step 4
Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Step 5
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the Crock Pot, mixing it with the sauce.
Step 6
Toast the hamburger buns if desired.
Step 7
Spoon the pulled chicken onto the buns and top with coleslaw if using.
Step 8
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2741.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3960.1 |
| Total Fat 116.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 795.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10943.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 417.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 130.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 233.8g | |
| Protein 407.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 693.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4746.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories