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Slow Cooker Chicken Sandwich: The Only Recipe You'll Need

This Slow Cooker Chicken Sandwich recipe delivers incredibly tender, juicy, and flavor-packed shredded chicken with minimal effort. The perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal for busy weeknights, game days, or any casual get-together.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shredded Chicken
  • 2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 4-5 breasts
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar packed
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 8 brioche buns for serving, toasted

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart)
  • 1 Two Forks (for shredding)

Method
 

  1. In the basin of a 6-quart slow cooker, whisk together the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste until fully combined.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the sauce, ensuring they are in a single layer. Spoon some of the sauce over the tops of the chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  4. Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place on a large plate. Use two forks to shred the meat.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it with the sauce. Let it warm through for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors. Serve hot on toasted brioche buns with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalProtein: 42gFat: 8gFiber: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: For extra flavor, you can sear the chicken breasts in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side before adding them to the slow cooker.
Tip 2: Toasting your buns is crucial! It prevents them from getting soggy and adds a wonderful texture to the sandwich.
Tip 3: The sauce will seem thin at first, but it will thicken slightly and be perfectly absorbed by the shredded chicken.
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