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Delish BBQ Chicken Sandwich Recipes

Delish BBQ Chicken Sandwich Recipes

Smoky, saucy shredded BBQ chicken piled onto buttery toasted brioche with a tangy, crunchy slaw—an easy weeknight sandwich everyone loves.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.25 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 0.75 teaspoon ground black pepper divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.75 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 4 bun brioche buns
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 cup coleslaw mix
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup pickle chips
  • 0.25 cup red onion thinly sliced

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Pat chicken dry. In a bowl, combine 1.0 teaspoon salt, 0.5 teaspoon pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika; rub evenly over the chicken.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken until lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Cover and simmer until chicken reaches 165°F and is tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a board and shred, then return to the sauce and toss to coat.
  • Meanwhile, make the slaw: In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, and the remaining 0.25 teaspoon salt and 0.25 teaspoon pepper. Add coleslaw mix and toss to coat.
  • Toast buns: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place buns cut-side down until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Assemble: Pile saucy shredded chicken onto buns. Top with slaw, pickle chips, and red onion. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a smokier flavor, use a hickory-style BBQ sauce. Swap brioche with potato rolls or sandwich bread. The chicken and slaw keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; toast buns just before serving.