Vegan Pulled Chicken Sandwich

Satisfy your barbecue cravings with this irresistible Vegan Pulled Chicken Sandwich, a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food! Made with tender, shredded young green jackfruit, seasoned with smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder, and simmered in a tangy vegan barbecue sauce, this sandwich delivers bold, smoky flavors in every bite. Perfectly layered on toasted hamburger buns with crisp lettuce, crunchy pickles, and a dollop of creamy vegan mayo, it’s a satisfying, hearty meal that’s entirely dairy-free and meat-free. Ready in under an hour, this vegan delight is ideal for weeknight dinners, summer BBQ gatherings, or whenever you’re in the mood for a wholesome, delicious sandwich!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (each 14 oz) Canned young green jackfruit
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 cup Vegan barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Hamburger buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 8 Sliced pickles
• 4 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit under cold water to remove the brine or syrup. Pat dry and cut the hard core from each jackfruit piece. Gently pull apart the jackfruit segments to mimic the texture of pulled chicken.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili powder and cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the prepared jackfruit to the pan and stir thoroughly to coat with the spices.

Step 6

Pour the soy sauce, barbecue sauce, and apple cider vinegar into the pan and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender and has absorbed the flavors.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Using a fork, shred any larger jackfruit pieces that haven’t broken down completely, creating a pull-apart texture.

Step 9

Toast the hamburger buns lightly under a grill or in a toaster.

Step 10

Assemble the sandwiches: Spread 1 tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise on each bottom bun, add a lettuce leaf, top with a generous portion of the pulled jackfruit, and layer on sliced pickles before placing the top bun.

Step 11

Serve the sandwiches warm and enjoy your flavorful vegan meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1818.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1464.9

Total Fat 57.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 13.5mg	0%
Sodium 9256.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 75.1g	0%
Total Sugars 99.5g
Protein 67.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 468.9mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 4778.5mg	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: 30.4%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 53.7%