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Easy Summer Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

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  • Author: Rhonda Anderson
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 sandwiches 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Easy Summer Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches are the ultimate warm-weather comfort food! Made with tender slow-cooked shredded chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, and soft sandwich buns, this easy crockpot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, potlucks, backyard BBQs, and summer parties. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, these juicy BBQ chicken sandwiches are a crowd-pleasing meal everyone will love.

Ingredients

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For the BBQ Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1½ cups barbecue sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For Serving

  • 8 hamburger buns
  • Coleslaw (optional)
  • Pickle slices (optional)
  • Extra barbecue sauce for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Make the BBQ sauce mixture: In a bowl, combine barbecue sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
  3. Add sauce: Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken, coating all pieces.
  4. Slow cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
  5. Shred the chicken: Remove chicken and shred using two forks.
  6. Mix back into sauce: Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well. Let it rest for 10–15 minutes to absorb flavor.
  7. Assemble sandwiches: Toast buns if desired, then add BBQ chicken. Top with coleslaw, pickles, or extra sauce.
  8. Serve: Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs or breasts—thighs give extra juicy and tender results.
  • Slow cook until shreddable for the best texture and flavor absorption.
  • Toast the buns before serving to prevent sogginess and improve taste.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 servings
  • Calories: 350 calories

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