This shredded BBQ chicken sandwich is the ultimate comfort food—juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor. Tender shredded chicken is simmered in a rich, tangy BBQ sauce with a touch of spice, then piled high on soft buns and topped with crisp coleslaw and dill pickles. Perfect for weeknight dinners, summer cookouts, or game-day gatherings, this recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort.
Family of 6
15 minutes
35 minutes
Main
1 lb. chicken, cooked and shredded
1/4–1/2 cup chicken broth or water
BBQ sauce (your favorite)
Salt
Black pepper
Garlic powder
Smoked paprika
Chipotle powder
Chili powder
2 tbsp. butter
Dill pickles
Coleslaw
Homemade fries
Cook the chicken until no longer pink, then shred it. (Tip: Boil the chicken and reserve the cooking water to use as broth.)
In a pan, melt the butter and add the shredded chicken. Season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chipotle powder, and chili powder. Stir to combine evenly.
Pour in your favorite BBQ sauce and mix well to coat the chicken.
Add the chicken broth or water and bring to a low boil. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
Remove from heat. Spoon the BBQ chicken onto hamburger buns, top with dill pickles and coleslaw, and serve with homemade fries. Enjoy!
