Shredded Chicken Sandwiches
Shredded Chicken Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. Tender, juicy chicken slow-cooked in savory BBQ sauce is piled high on soft buns and topped with crunchy coleslaw and tangy pickles. This easy recipe promises a delightful experience that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (choose your favorite)
- 4 soft sandwich buns
- 2 cups coleslaw mix
- 1 cup sliced pickles
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker. Add minced garlic and cover with BBQ sauce.
- Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours until chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken and shred using two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mixing well with the sauce. Let sit for an additional 10 minutes.
- Assemble sandwiches by placing shredded chicken on buns, topping with coleslaw mix and pickles.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg