Effortless Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

1Ingredients

• 1.5 poundsBoneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cupChicken broth
• 1 teaspoonOnion powder
• 1 teaspoonGarlic powder
• 1 teaspoonSmoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack pepper
• 1 cupBarbecue sauce (your favorite)
• 4 piecesHamburger buns
• 1 cupColeslaw (optional, for serving)

2Instructions

1. 1

   Place the chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of your slow cooker. Sprinkle them generously with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

   ⏱ 2 min
2. 2

   Pour the chicken broth around the chicken. This adds moisture and helps the flavors meld.

   ⏱ 1 min
3. 3

   Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for 5-6 hours, or on the high setting for 2.5-3.5 hours, until the chicken is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.

   ⏱ 300 min
4. 4

   Carefully remove the cooked chicken breasts from the slow cooker and transfer them to a large bowl or cutting board. Using two forks, shred the chicken into desired bite-sized pieces.

   ⏱ 5 min
5. 5

   Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker with any remaining cooking liquid. Add the barbecue sauce and stir thoroughly until all the chicken is well coated. Heat on low for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is warmed through.

   ⏱ 17 min
6. 6

   Spoon the warm, saucy shredded chicken onto hamburger buns. Serve immediately with optional toppings like coleslaw.

   ⏱ 5 min