Whole30 Pulled Chicken Sandwich

Savor the bold, tangy flavors of this Whole30 Pulled Chicken Sandwich, a wholesome and satisfying recipe perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. Tender, slow-cooked chicken breasts are infused with a rich, smoky sauce made from coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and tomato paste, generously spiced with smoked paprika and a hint of optional cayenne for added kick. Served atop crisp Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves and topped with creamy avocado slices, this lettuce-wrapped sandwich is a low-carb, gluten-free favorite that's both nutritious and flavorful. With minimal prep and a hands-off cooking process thanks to your slow cooker, this recipe is an effortless way to indulge in a healthy, Whole30-compliant meal that the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 8 Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves
• 1 sliced avocado

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.

Step 2

Add the chicken broth, ensuring that the chicken is slightly covered.

Step 3

Sprinkle the chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and tomato paste.

Step 5

Stir in the smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 6

Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.

Step 7

Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is easily shreddable with two forks.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.

Step 9

Return the shredded chicken to the sauce in the slow cooker and mix well to combine.

Step 10

For serving, layer a generous amount of pulled chicken onto each lettuce leaf.

Step 11

Top with slices of avocado.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Pulled Chicken Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1878.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1793.8

Total Fat 38.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 1840.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 295.2g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 369.5mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 4532.1mg	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: 20.1%

Protein: 68.0%

Carbs: 11.9%