Pulled Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons smoked sweet paprika; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar; Salt and pepper; 8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 lb. total), skin removed; 3/4 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 4 cups finely sliced red cabbage; 16 whole-wheat hamburger buns, lightly toasted

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons smoked sweet paprika
1 tablespoon dry mustard
3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
Salt and pepper
8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 lb. total), skin removed
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
4 cups finely sliced red cabbage
16 whole-wheat hamburger buns, lightly toasted

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In a bowl, mix paprika, mustard, 2 Tbsp. brown sugar and 1 tsp. each salt and pepper. Add chicken and rub with spices to coat. Transfer to a slow cooker or cover and chill up to 8 hours to marinate.
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In a medium bowl, whisk vinegar, ketchup, cayenne, remaining brown sugar and 1 tsp. each salt and pepper. Reserve 1/4 cup; cover and chill. Pour remaining sauce over chicken. Cover and cook on low until tender, 4 to 5 hours.
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Toss reserved sauce with cabbage; cover and chill. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let cool slightly. Discard bones and shred meat; transfer to a bowl. Carefully pour sauce from slow cooker into a fat separator. Pour skimmed sauce over meat; discard fat.
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Divide meat among bun bottoms. Top with cabbage mixture and bun tops.
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1111

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

118

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons smoked sweet paprika, 1 tablespoon dry mustard, 3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar, Salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Pulled 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.

Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

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