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Flavorful Slow Cooker Honey Garlic BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

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Tender pulled chicken cooked in a honey garlic BBQ sauce using a slow cooker, perfect for easy, flavorful homemade meals that are great for busy nights and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey (85g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (240ml), recommended Sweet Baby Ray’s
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30ml)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (15ml)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 sandwich buns (brioche buns recommended)
  • Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.
  2. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker in a single layer if possible. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken, coating well.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  4. Use two forks or meat claws to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
  5. If the sauce is too thin, transfer some to a saucepan and simmer on medium heat for 5-7 minutes until thickened, then stir back into the chicken.
  6. Toast buns if desired. Pile pulled chicken onto buns and add optional toppings like coleslaw, pickles, or cheese before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. Cooking on high for 2.5-3 hours is possible but may reduce tenderness. Fresh garlic is preferred for best flavor. Let chicken rest a few minutes before shredding to retain juices. Sauce can be thickened by simmering if too thin.

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Keywords: slow cooker, pulled chicken, honey garlic, BBQ, sandwiches, easy dinner, comfort food, family meal

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