BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Pulled BBQ Chicken Served on a Bun

BBQ Chicken Sandwich:

This BBQ Chicken Sandwich is tender, smoky, and bursting with flavor! It features slow-cooked, shredded chicken tossed in a rich BBQ sauce, served on a soft bun, and topped with a crunchy slaw for the perfect balance of textures.

Ingredients:

1- For the BBQ Chicken:

• 2 chicken breasts (or 3 boneless thighs)
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

2- For the Slaw (Optional but Recommended!):

• 2 cups shredded cabbage (green, red, or mixed)
• 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt

3- For Serving:

• 4 brioche or hamburger buns
• Pickles (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Chicken:

Slow Cooker:

• Place chicken in a slow cooker with BBQ sauce, broth, vinegar, brown sugar, and seasonings.
• Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until tender.

Stovetop:

• Place ingredients in a pot, bring to a simmer, and cover.
• Cook for 25-30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.

2. Shred the Chicken:

• Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks.
• Stir it back into the sauce and let it soak for 5 minutes.

3. Make the Slaw (Optional but Delicious!):

• In a bowl, mix cabbage, carrots, mayo, vinegar, honey, and salt.
• Toss well and let it sit for 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.

4. Assemble the Sandwiches:

• Toast the buns lightly.
• Pile the BBQ chicken onto the bottom half.
• Add slaw and pickles (if using).
• Top with the other half of the bun.

5. Serve & Enjoy!

• Serve with fries, coleslaw, or a side salad for a full meal.

Tips & suggestions:

• Want it spicy? – Add hot sauce or use a spicy BBQ sauce.
• Make it creamy – Add sliced avocado or melted cheese.
• Low-carb option – Serve in lettuce wraps instead of buns.

Enjoy your meal!