Tender, saucy chicken on soft buns with crisp coleslaw. Enjoy a simple, flavorful sandwich for any gathering.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
→ Sauce
02 - 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce
03 - 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
→ Sandwich Assembly
11 - 6 sandwich buns (brioche, whole wheat, or gluten-free as preferred)
12 - 1 1/2 cups coleslaw mix
13 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
14 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
15 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Arrange boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs in the base of the slow cooker.
02 - Combine barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
03 - Pour the prepared sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and ensure full coverage.
04 - Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 to 7 hours, until chicken is fork-tender and shreds easily.
05 - Remove chicken from the slow cooker. Using two forks, shred the meat. Return shredded chicken to the cooker and stir to coat in sauce. Let warm on low for 10 to 15 minutes.
06 - In a separate bowl, toss coleslaw mix with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
07 - Place a generous scoop of pulled BBQ chicken on the bottom half of each bun. Top with prepared coleslaw and finish with the top bun.
08 - Serve sandwiches immediately while warm.
