Vegetarian Pulled Chicken Sandwich

Savor the satisfying flavors of this Vegetarian Pulled Chicken Sandwich, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Tender, shredded young green jackfruit perfectly mimics the texture of pulled chicken, absorbing the rich and smoky blend of vegetarian barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and smoked paprika. Cooked to perfection with sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of vegetable broth, this dish delivers bold, barbecue-inspired goodness in every bite. Piled high on soft, toasted burger buns and optionally topped with crunchy coleslaw, it’s the ultimate meat-free sandwich that’s sure to please vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or laid-back weekend meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (20 oz) Canned young green jackfruit, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Vegetarian barbecue sauce
• 0.5 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0 Salt, to taste
• 4 Burger buns
• 1 cup Coleslaw (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit, then use your hands or a fork to shred the jackfruit pieces until they resemble pulled chicken.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until it becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet, and stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetarian barbecue sauce, vegetable broth, and soy sauce, stirring everything together.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the smoked paprika and ground black pepper, mixing to combine evenly.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then lower the heat and let it cook on low for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the jackfruit is tender.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.

Step 10

Toast the burger buns slightly if desired, then spoon a generous amount of the jackfruit mixture onto each bun.

Step 11

Top with coleslaw if using, then serve the sandwiches warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1478.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1947.4

Total Fat 60.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 19.0mg	0%
Sodium 4931.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 173.4g
Protein 32.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 518.1mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 3438.7mg	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: 27.3%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 66.2%