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Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches

Oct 18, 2015 · 3 Comments

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Ridiculously easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches with just 3 ingredients! Sweet and spicy barbecue with the tang of apple cider vinegar, all in one sandwich. Top with creamy coleslaw for an extra bit of sweet crunch.

Ridiculously easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches recipe with just 3 ingredients! Sweet and spicy barbecue with the tang of apple cider vinegar, all in one sandwich in the slow cooker. Top with creamy coleslaw for an extra bit of sweet crunch. Perfect for an easy family dinner idea!

Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches

If you're looking for an easy dinner recipe, I can guarantee you that it really doesn't get any easier than this Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches recipe. ย Just three ingredients and you don't even have to thaw the chicken!

And even better, these Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches really are amazing. ย The apple cider vinegar gives it just the right amount of tang, combined with sweet and spicy barbecue sauce. ย I used Sweet Baby Rays, but you can just use your favorite.

I like to top my Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches with classic creamy coleslaw to add some nice sweet crunch. ย I even got my kids in on that crunchy coleslaw action! Yes, you read that right. I convinced my kids that cabbage is delicious!

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Ridiculously easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches recipe with just 3 ingredients! Sweet and spicy barbecue with the tang of apple cider vinegar, all in one sandwich in the slow cooker. Top with creamy coleslaw for an extra bit of sweet crunch. Perfect for an easy family dinner idea!

Ridiculously easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches recipe with just 3 ingredients! Sweet and spicy barbecue with the tang of apple cider vinegar, all in one sandwich in the slow cooker. Top with creamy coleslaw for an extra bit of sweet crunch. Perfect for an easy family dinner idea!

Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Ridiculously easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches recipe with just 3 ingredients! Sweet and spicy barbecue with the tang of apple cider vinegar, all in one sandwich in the slow cooker. Top with creamy coleslaw for an extra bit of sweet crunch. Perfect for an easy family dinner idea!

Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches

Ridiculously easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches with just 3 ingredients! Sweet and spicy barbecue with the tang of apple cider vinegar, all in one sandwich. Top with creamy coleslaw for an extra bit of sweet crunch.
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crock Pot, Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches, Pulled Chicken, Slow Cooker
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours hours
Total Time: 8 hours hours
Servings: 12
Calories: 367kcal
Author: The Gracious Wife
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Ingredients

  • 2 ยฝ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 bottle barbecue sauce (12-16 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Hamburger buns for serving

Instructions

  • Place chicken breasts, barbecue sauce, and apple cider vinegar in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 6-8 hours, until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove chicken from the slow cooker. Shred with a fork or mixer.
  • Return chicken to the slow cooker with the sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Serve warm on buns with slaw.

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 393mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 3mg
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Ridiculously easy Crockpot Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches recipe with just 3 ingredients! Sweet and spicy barbecue with the tang of apple cider vinegar, all in one sandwich in the slow cooker. Top with creamy coleslaw for an extra bit of sweet crunch. Perfect for an easy family dinner idea!

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  1. Bethany says

    November 07, 2020 at 10:10 am

    1 oz. bottle of barbecue sauce? I would love to know how much to use. I know from the pictures that itโ€™s more than one ounceโ€”16 oz., maybe? Would love clarificationโ€”thanks!

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    • Michelle says

      November 07, 2020 at 11:52 pm

      Thanks for bringing this to my attention! Some of my older recipes must have gotten a little messed up on importing. All fixed! Thanks!

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      • Michelle says

        November 07, 2020 at 11:52 pm

        Thanks for bringing this to my attention! Some of my older recipes must have gotten a little messed up on importing. All fixed! Thanks!

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