Southwestern BBQ Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Southwestern BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts; 1 white onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup ketchup; ½ cup water; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; ⅓ cup honey; 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish; ¼ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ⅛ teaspoon allspice; 1 tablespoon parsley, minced; 6 hamburger buns, toasted

Servings: persons

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 white onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup ketchup
½ cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
⅓ cup honey
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
⅛ teaspoon allspice
1 tablespoon parsley, minced
6 hamburger buns, toasted

1
In a pot, place chicken.
2
Fill with water until chicken is covered by 2 inches.
3
Bring to boil and reduce heat to low.
4
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
5
Drain and cool.
6
Shred chicken into small pieces; set aside.
7
In a large pot heat oil.
8
Add garlic and onion and saute until tender.
9
Add ketchup, water, lemon juice, honey, horseradish, cumin, red pepper flakes, all spice and parsley to onion mixture.
10
Bring to boil.
11
Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
12
Add shredded chicken and simmer on low for 10 minutes.
13
Serve on hamburger buns.

686

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless chicken breasts, 1 white onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Southwestern 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!

Southwestern BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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