Heavenly Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sandwiches with Fresh Tangy Coleslaw Topping

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sandwiches with Coleslaw Topping

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 7 hours hrs

Total Time 7 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 530

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 cup honey
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 cup chicken broth

• 4 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Method

 

1. In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and chicken broth.
2. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
3. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours (420 minutes).
4. After 7 hours, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks; return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the remaining sauce.
5. Let the chicken sit on low for an additional 30 minutes to absorb more flavor.
6. While the chicken rests, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl; toss until evenly coated.
7. To assemble, place a generous portion of shredded BBQ chicken onto each bun, top with coleslaw, and serve immediately.
8. Use a food thermometer to verify the chicken reaches a safe temperature before serving.

Notes

I add a splash of apple cider vinegar before cooking to keep the chicken moist and balance the sweetness.

Food Safety Note: Always use a food thermometer to confirm your dish has reached a safe internal temperature before serving, and follow your country’s official food safety guidelines for meat, poultry, and slow-cooking. Cook times in this recipe are estimates — appliance and ingredient variation affects actual cook time.