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Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwich

A quick and delicious meal featuring tender shredded chicken in barbecue sauce, perfect for busy lives.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 pounds)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce or more if you like it saucy
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • pieces Hamburger buns don’t forget the toppings!
  • Optional: coleslaw, pickles, or cheese for added flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by seasoning your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cooking
  1. In a slow cooker, combine the seasoned chicken and chicken broth. Cook on low for about 360 minutes or high for 240 minutes until the chicken is tender.
  2. Alternatively, you can simmer the chicken on medium heat on the stovetop until cooked through.
Shredding
  1. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the broth and shred it with two forks.
Mixing
  1. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix in the barbecue sauce. Let it heat through for about 20 minutes.
Serving
  1. Spoon the saucy chicken onto hamburger buns and add your choice of toppings.
  2. Enjoy your sandwiches with your loved ones!

Notes

This recipe is great for meal prepping! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.