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Shredded BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

Juicy Shredded BBQ Chicken Sandwiches in 30 Minutes

Enjoy Juicy Shredded BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, a quick and healthy alternative bursting with smoky flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Barbecue
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar white vinegar is a milder substitute
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar coconut sugar is a low-glycemic alternative
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt use table salt in a slightly reduced amount if needed
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce adjust to taste or omit for a milder sauce
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground will elevate flavor
Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts frozen chicken can be used
Serving
  • 4 pieces whole wheat buns gluten-free buns are a great alternative
  • 1 cup coleslaw optional for added texture

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the BBQ sauce by combining apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, kosher salt, hot sauce, and black pepper in the Instant Pot. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the BBQ sauce, ensuring they are fully immersed. Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the vent to sealing.
  3. Select the Manual or Pressure Cook setting, set to High Pressure: cook for 8 minutes for fresh chicken or 13 minutes for frozen chicken. Allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
  4. Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks, mixing it back into the BBQ sauce. Optionally, reserve about 3/4 cup of the cooking liquid for serving.
  5. Assemble the sandwiches by piling shredded chicken onto whole wheat buns, adding coleslaw if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, adjust cooking time based on chicken size and allow natural pressure release to maintain moisture.

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