Ooey Gooey Pulled Bbq Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Ooey Gooey Pulled Bbq Chicken Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breasts, and thighs skinless boneless (4 cups cooked and shredded); 1 teaspoon dried basil; salt and pepper; 1 cup sweet onion, finely chopped; 3/4 cup bell pepper, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 19 ounces barbecue sauce, honey smoked (or your favorite); 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon hot chili sauce, sriracha; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon paprika (sweet or smoked); 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; baby arugula or any fresh greens; 6 rolls; 6 ounces swiss cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

2 lbs chicken breasts, and thighs skinless boneless (4 cups cooked and shredded)
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper
1 cup sweet onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup bell pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
19 ounces barbecue sauce, honey smoked (or your favorite)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon hot chili sauce, sriracha
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
baby arugula or any fresh greens
6 rolls
6 ounces swiss cheese, shredded

1
Season the chicken with basil, salt and pepper to taste and place in a small heavy pot with just enough water just to cover (about 1 cup). Bring to boil then reduce to a simmer. Poaching chicken till almost cooked through about 10-15 minutes.
2
Remove the chicken and set aside to cool. Shred the chicken when cool enough to handle and discarding any fat.
3
Strain liquid and place liquid in a larger pot with the onion, pepper, garlic, barbecue sauce, vinegar and sriracha hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce and herbs and spices and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce the heat and add the shredded chicken, fresh basil and simmer for 30-60 minutes.
5
Spoon the mixture onto the rolls and top with the grated cheese and fresh greens.

1163

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs chicken breasts, and thighs skinless boneless (4 cups cooked and shredded), 1 teaspoon dried basil, salt and pepper, 1 cup sweet onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Ooey Gooey Pulled Bbq Chicken Sandwiches falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ooey Gooey Pulled Bbq Chicken Sandwiches

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