Description
Shredded Chicken Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. Juicy, tender chicken is simmered to perfection and piled high on soft buns, creating a deliciously satisfying meal. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows for endless customization with your favorite toppings. Whether it’s a casual family dinner or a weekend gathering, these sandwiches will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 4 sandwich buns (soft or brioche)
- 1 cup crispy lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- ½ cup sliced pickles
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts, chopped onion, and minced garlic in a slow cooker. Pour BBQ sauce over the top until well-coated.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks directly in the pot. Mix with remaining sauce until evenly coated.
- Assemble sandwiches by piling shredded chicken onto buns and topping with lettuce and pickles.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg