This BBQ Chicken Sandwich recipe couldn’t be easier! With only 5 ingredients and a special chicken shredding hack, you can have these juicy, flavorful sandwiches on the table for dinner in under half an hour. Enjoy the universally loved combo of BBQ chicken flavor and creamy ranch slaw in every bite, maximize the experience for your taste buds!
Total Time
25min
4.9
11 Ratings
Author: SideChef
Servings:
4
Ingredients
•
1
lb
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
or Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
•
1/2
cup
Barbecue Sauce
•
1
cup
Coleslaw Mix
•
4
Tbsp
Ranch Dressing
•
4
Hamburger Buns
•
to taste
Salt
•
to taste
Ground Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
1.
Place the Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb) in an empty saucepan. Season generously with Salt (to taste) and Ground Black Pepper (to taste), 1-2 tsp each (the extra seasoning is needed to flavor the chicken). Add water until the chicken is covered by 1-inch.
2.
Bring the liquid to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower heat to a simmer. Cook for 5-10 more minutes until the middle is no longer pink or the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
3.
Transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined tray to cool slightly.
4.
In a medium bowl, combine the Coleslaw Mix (1 cup) and the Ranch Dressing (4 Tbsp). Season with Ground Black Pepper (to taste) and Salt (to taste), if desired.
5.
To shred the chicken, transfer the chicken to the bowl of a stand mixer and blend for 30-60 seconds until shredded. You can also use a hand mixer, or shred by hand with two forks.
6.
Add the Barbecue Sauce (1/2 cup) to the shredded chicken and toss until fully coated.
7.
Place a skillet over high heat. Once hot, toast the Hamburger Buns (4) in the dry pan for 1-2 minutes, until golden.
8.
Place a quarter of the shredded chicken on each of the bottom buns. Top with the ranch slaw and serve with sides of choice.
Author's Notes
The recipe can easily be doubled to feed more people!
To bring your ranch slaw to the next level, try adding a tablespoon or two of your favorite chopped herbs, like cilantro, parsley, or dill.
Nutrition Per Serving
CALORIES
347
FAT
16.5 g
PROTEIN
23.4 g
CARBS
23.0 g
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