Tucson Shredded Chicken Sandwich

Sink your teeth into the bold and flavorful Tucson Shredded Chicken Sandwich, a mouthwatering combination of smoky, spiced chicken and creamy avocado-lime slaw that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. This quick and easy recipe features tender, shredded chicken seasoned with smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin, simmered to perfection in chicken broth and barbecue sauce. The tangy, homemade slaw—made with fresh avocado, lime juice, and crisp green cabbage—adds a refreshing crunch, perfectly complementing the savory chicken. Served on toasted brioche buns, these sandwiches deliver a delightful blend of textures and Southwest-inspired flavors in just 45 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, game day eats, or a crowd-pleasing weekend meal, the Tucson Shredded Chicken Sandwich will quickly become your go-to sandwich recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 cup barbecue sauce
• 4 pieces brioche buns
• 2 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1 piece ripe avocado
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken broth and cover the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the chicken for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 4

Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the skillet and use two forks to shred them into small pieces.

Step 5

Return the shredded chicken to the skillet, add the barbecue sauce, and stir well to coat. Keep warm over low heat.

Step 6

To prepare the avocado-lime slaw, mash the ripe avocado in a medium bowl. Mix in the lime juice, mayonnaise, and chopped fresh cilantro. Add the shredded green cabbage and toss until evenly combined.

Step 7

Toast the brioche buns lightly on a skillet or in a toaster if desired.

Step 8

Assemble the sandwiches by spooning a generous portion of the barbecue shredded chicken onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with avocado-lime slaw and then place the top bun on each sandwich.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Tucson Shredded Chicken Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1399.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2523.5

Total Fat 120.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 516.0mg	0%
Sodium 4947.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 75.1g
Protein 145.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 367.6mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 1920.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 34.0%