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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

These slow cooker BBQ chicken sandwiches are an easy family dinner made with simple ingredients and minimal prep. Tender shredded chicken cooks all day for a stress-free meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 bottle 18 oz barbecue sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 6 hamburger buns
  • Pickles optional
  • Sliced cheddar cheese optional
  • Crispy onions optional
  • Cole slaw optional

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Pour barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the chicken.
  3. Add brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Cover and cook: Low: 6-7 hours, or High: 3-4 hours.
  5. Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir into the sauce.
  7. Serve on hamburger buns with your favorite toppings.