These pulled crockpot BBQ Chicken sandwiches are full of flavour and only take 15 minutes to prepare. A quick, easy and healthy meal for those busy days!
I love cooking.
Especially when I feel super inspired, have a great recipe that I want to make, and have the time and energy to cook.
But I’m going to be really honest here.
On some days, I prefer to have a slow cooker do the cooking for me.
Especially on those really busy days, where I’m just running around like a crazy person, and get home and feel completely drained.
I can always tell when I’m going to have one of those days.
And that’s when the slow cooker comes out of the cupboard.
I was having one of those days last week.
I slept in a little later than I wanted to.
It happens.
Then, of course, I was rushing out the door to go to the gym before work.
Next I had to go to work.
After work, I had to run some errands and go to a hair appointment.
Dinner prep was just not going to happen.
So I knew that it was time to whip up some of my Pulled BBQ chicken.
Nothing is better than preparing a meal the night before and having it ready for dinner the next day.
Especially if it’s a dinner that is flavourful and only takes 15 minutes to prepare!
And what I love the most about pulled chicken is that you don’t have to spend all that time picking out the fat like you would with pulled pork.
Just prep. Cook. Shred.
To make it super easy, just top it up on a whole grain bun or brown rice or quinoa if you prefer. And if you’re really prepared, make up a batch of this Creamy Cranberry & Walnut Coleslaw in advance to serve with it.
Dinner?
Done.
See wasn’t that easy?
The only major issue I have is smelling that aroma all day long while it it’s cooking.
Torture.
Pure torture.
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BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 4 four oz. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups lower sodium tomato sauce
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. honey
- 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tbsp. smoked paprika
- 2 tsp. dry mustard
- 1/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
- 8 whole-grain hamburger buns
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients, except chicken, in the crockpot and mix thoroughly. Add chicken breasts and spoon sauce over chicken to cover.
- Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low 6-7 hours.
- When chicken is cooked, transfer to a bowl or plate (leaving BBQ sauce in the crockpot).
- Use two forks to shred the chicken. Return the chicken to the crockpot and let cook for another 5-10 min.
Nutrition
Recipe adapted from eatingwell.com
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I got to try this burger recipe! I’m going to buy the ingredients later. Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure! Hope you enjoy the recipe if you try it out!
Elysia, thanks! This looks so simple to make, yet looking really satisfying and tasty!
My pleasure Alyssa! It makes such an easy and delicious meal!
This looks delish! My fiance’s family is southern, and they love all things made with pulled pork. We went to a restaurant the other day that did pulled pork eggs benedict, it was great!
Thanks Jacqui! The pulled pork eggs benedict at the restaurant you went to sounds really interesting! I bet it was delicious! Maybe we’ll have to try that recipe next ;)
I’ve been wanting to make a pulled pork sandwich for the loongest time now. This sandwich looks AMAZING, Elysia! I need to make it soon!
Thanks Lisa! Yes..you should make it soon!! You can whip it together in no time :)
Wow! Gorgeous photos!!! I could have your crockpot pulled BBQ chicken sandwich every day, for lunch and dinner. Pinned to try it. So Yum!
Thanks so much Oana! I could probably eat the sandwich for every meal too..wouldn’t have too much to blog about though ;) haha!
That looks stunning! I’ve been looking for a chicken burger recipe for some time now, and the flavors in this one seem perfect.
Thanks so much Richa! What I love the most about this recipe is that it’s so easy! Just pop it in the slow cooker and smell that chicken cooking all day…that’s the hardest part ;)
This looks perfect!! I love the flavors going on here..and pulled chicken is totally up my alley! I have to make this soonish.. Found you on FBC.. BTW I co host a link party with some other bloggers..Its called #SaucySaturdays and we would love for you to join us :) Do hop on to my blog and take a peek.. Thanks!
Oh my!!! This looks incredible; saving it for a more cooler season in the desert. Although the coleslaw is just what I need right now!
Oh yes! This is totally my type of food. Comfort food in all its glory :-)
I’m a huge fan of BBQ pulled pork, but this looks great with chicken! And the coleslaw is an absolute MUST in my book! And I agree, so glad it’s a homemade sauce. I’m pinning this one for sure!
I totally agree about the coleslaw, Erin! Just wouldn’t be the same without it! Love how it compliments the flavours of this chicken! Thanks for the pin :)
That chicken looks AMAZING. And so flavoursome, rich and delicious. I am loving the images too – you definitely have got me craving a sandwich to devour now.
Thanks so much Thalia! It made a full crockpot of chicken — we could’ve all had a sandwich! ;)
There is nothing better than an easy meal and slow cooking is definitely the way to get maximum flavour for minimum effort! Love the look of this pulled chicken!
These look delicious! I don’t do nearly enough crock pot cooking; Pinned so I can make them soon!! I love your photos too!
Hi Kathryn! Thanks so much for the compliment! I find that I almost have to remind myself that I own a slow cooker, otherwise I forget about it sitting there in the cupboard! But once I use it, I’m always super glad I did! Makes life so much easier :) Hope you enjoy the recipe!
I’ll be honest with you, I have many days where the crockpot is just too easy and calling my name. I have no shame in using that slow cooker frequently! Your sandwiches look more than amazing dear! Stopping in from FBC and love your blog! I’m your latest follower! xoxo
Also, it looks like your Instagram icon on your sidebar isn’t working. I tried to click on it to follow you, but it goes to an Instagram page saying that “page does not exist”. Thought you would like to know :)
Aw you’re so sweet J! Thanks for stopping by! I agree — if using a slow cooker means whipping up a quick, tasty and healthy meal, then I’m all for it!
Thank you for letting me know about that link…I’ll have to fix that! My instagram account is at: https://instagram.com/hauteandhealthyliving/. Thanks for following! :)
I love slow cooker recipes during the summer as that means no turning the oven on! I love the spicy kick you have in this delish pulled chicken!
Thanks Abigail! You’re so right — a slow cooker is the way to go if you’re looking to avoid a hot and sweaty kitchen! Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness to your liking ;)
Thanks Rachel! I was kinda tempted to eat the sandwich before I was finished taking the shots… not a good idea to do a photo shoot around lunch time haha! Definitely a tasty option for hot summer days!
I just love crockpot meals for the crazy days! This looks so tasty. I love that you used chicken and the BBQ sandwich is so summery!
This looks super delicious, I love a good crock pot recipe and this is one that my whole family will enjoy!
Thanks Sara! Definitely makes a really good healthy meal for the family! The recipe goes a long way too — great the next day for leftovers :)
Yum!!!! When I saw these on Instagram I immediately wanted one! Lol great photos :) I’ve made this before with store bought sauce… Love that you have a recipe for homemade sauce!!
Thanks so much for stopping by to comment Jackie! I guess the photos worked if you travelled here all the way from Instagram ;) I’m always on a mission to make recipes less processed, but still quick and easy! You don’t even miss the store bought sauce — the homemade sauce was really flavourful!