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Sweet BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

Sweet BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

The ultimate comfort food, Sweet BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches are packed with juicy chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, and creamy coleslaw. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, they offer a delicious blend of flavors that will satisfy your cravings. Make them tonight for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Dressing
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 16 oz package of coleslaw mix shredded cabbage and carrot mix
  • 1/2 medium size onion thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp prepared yellow mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • dash of ground sage dash of ground sage
  • 4 cups shredded cooked chicken I buy a rotisserie chicken and pull the chicken off the bones.
  • 6 whole wheat hamburger buns whole wheat hamburger buns toasted

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Begin by preparing the coleslaw salad. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, buttermilk, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth. Add the coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots), sliced onion and sliced red bell pepper. Then toss to coat. Cover and place in fridge for at least 1 hour.
  2. Meanwhile, prepare the sweet BBQ sauce. In a medium pot, combine the remaining ingredients (except for the shredded chicken and hamburger buns) over medium-high heat. Whisk until smooth, bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low. Let sauce simmer, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes. Stir the shredded chicken in the BBQ sauce until heated throughout.
  3. Toast the hamburger buns.
  4. Place about 3/4 cup of the BBQ shredded chicken on the bottom half of a hamburger bun, followed by about a 1/2 cup of the coleslaw salad; finish with the top half of the hamburger bun.
  5. Repeat for the remaining sandwiches.

Notes

  • Storage: If you have leftovers, store the chicken and coleslaw separately to keep the buns from getting soggy.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the BBQ shredded chicken in an airtight container for up to two months. Just reheat it gently when you're ready to use it.
  • Pairing: Serve these sandwiches with a side of sweet potato fries or a fresh salad to round out the meal.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Feel free to modify the sugar levels in the coleslaw and BBQ sauce to your preference.
  • Make it Ahead: You can prepare the BBQ sauce and coleslaw a day in advance to save time on the day of serving.