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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sandwich

A quick and easy slow cooker sandwich perfect for busy days, featuring juicy shredded chicken tossed in BBQ sauce and served on hamburger buns.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Use a good quality sauce for the best flavor.
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
  • 4 pieces hamburger buns Toast the buns for a better texture.
  • Coleslaw Optional topping for crunch and tang.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Add the BBQ sauce, sliced onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  4. Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it well with the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve the shredded BBQ chicken on toasted hamburger buns, topped with coleslaw if desired.

Notes

Cool the chicken to room temperature within two hours and store in an airtight container. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of water or additional BBQ sauce. For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of apple cider vinegar or brown sugar.