Mouthwatering Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches for Easy Dinners

Enjoy effortless Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, a mouthwatering blend of juicy chicken and tangy sauce perfect for easy dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Resting Time 20

Total Time 6 35

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Breasts Can substitute with boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cups Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth

For the Sauce

1 cups Barbecue Sauce Use homemade or high-quality store-bought
1/4 cups Brown Sugar Omit for lower sugar content or substitute with honey
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for a milder flavor

For the Aromatics

1 medium Onion Finely diced
4 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred

For Assembling

4 pieces Sandwich Buns Brioche or hamburger buns recommended

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the crockpot by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom.
Sprinkle chicken with smoked paprika, brown sugar, salt and black pepper, then add the diced onion and minced garlic on top.
Pour barbecue sauce over chicken, then add chicken broth.
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until fork-tender.
Shred the chicken and stir back into the sauce, letting it sit for 15-20 minutes.
Assemble sandwiches with the BBQ chicken, and add toppings as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Encourage creativity with toppings like coleslaw, pickles, or jalapeños for a personalized touch.

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