Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sandwich, is not only amazing, but every bite will have you craving more! Grab hold with both hands and enjoy!
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We’ve made this for busy weeknight dinners, and it’s the easiest BBQ chicken recipe ever. One of the best things about cooking with a crock pot is that it makes enough to feed a crowd. I’m a huge fan of easy chicken recipes, but some of my favorites are Baked Parmesan Chicken Wings Honey Butter Garlic Shrimp, Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwiches.
Why this recipe works
I love that this crockpot BBQ chicken recipe is made using simple ingredients. This cuts down on the meal prep required, which is always good news! You can also serve these easy bbq chicken sandwiches as a quick dinner for the whole family or as a fun addition to any big group parties or game days, too. The ease of making this crockpot BBQ chicken is why it’s one of my favorite slow cooker recipes!
Ingredients for BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
- Chicken breasts or tenders: boneless skinless chicken thighs will also work.
- BBQ sauce: Choose your favorite bbq sauce! We use Kinders, or you can make your own homemade bbq sauce.
- Sweet onion: The sweetness of the onion pairs perfectly with the sauce.
- Smoked paprika: Regular paprika will work also.
- Brown sugar: Either light or brown sugar will work here.
- Chipotle pepper: Chipotle in adobo sauce in the can.
- Shredded cabbage: You can buy the cabbage already shredded using a coleslaw mix.
- Hamburger buns: or soft rolls for this barbecue chicken sandwich.
How to make BBQ Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
- Step 1: Add the chicken, onions, spices and barbecue sauce to the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Cook, then shred the chicken.
The chipotle coleslaw is crisp, creamy with just a touch of smokey heat. Perfect sandwich topping for the sweet and tender shredded chicken.
Recipe tips
- To thicken your sauce. Add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to 3 tablespoons of water and whisk to thicken your favorite barbecue sauce. It will start to form a paste. You can then add in the chicken, mix it, and let it sit for 15 minutes to thicken up completely.
- Buns or rolls Pile this shredded chicken on top of soft hamburger buns, rolls, or even a hot baked potato.
- Pile on some dill pickles, red onions, and even ranch dressing for a twist.
