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Slow-Cooked Chicken Sliders

These tender, shredded chicken sliders are cooked slowly in a Crockpot with smoky BBQ sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and chicken broth. The slow cooking process results in silky, flavorful chicken that easily pulls apart, making for a juicy and sticky final dish perfect for sandwiches or wraps.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts lean and mild-flavored
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce smoky and sweet
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder for depth of flavor
  • 1 pinch garlic powder adds pungency and aroma
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 4 buns hamburger buns soft, slightly sweet
  • optional pickles, coleslaw, cheese for toppings

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Forks

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts into the Crockpot, spacing them evenly.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken, then sprinkle with onion powder and garlic powder for added flavor.
  3. Drizzle the smoky BBQ sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re well covered.
  4. Cover the Crockpot with the lid and set to low. Cook for 4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  5. Once cooking is complete, remove the chicken breasts and transfer them to a large bowl.
  6. Use two forks to shred the chicken into thin, juicy strands, watching it turn silky and moist.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it well to absorb the remaining juices and sauce, creating a sticky, flavorful filling.
  8. Toast the hamburger buns lightly if desired, then spoon generous amounts of the shredded chicken onto the bottom halves.
  9. Add optional toppings such as pickles, coleslaw, or cheese for extra texture and flavor, then cap with the top buns.
  10. Serve the sliders warm, with the sticky, flavorful chicken pulling apart easily with each bite—perfect for casual gatherings or a cozy dinner.