Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders with Coleslaw
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Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders with Coleslaw
Description
The recipe starts with large chicken breasts baked until fully cooked and then shredded using a hand mixer for consistency and speed. The shredded chicken is coated in a BBQ sauce mixed with barbecue seasoning for a layered smoky and sweet profile. The accompanying apple coleslaw adds crunch and acidity; it combines shredded cabbage with diced Granny Smith apple and fresh tarragon tossed in a light coleslaw dressing. Assembly involves placing both components on fresh slider buns, giving a mix of soft bread, tangy coleslaw, and savory chicken.
This pairing works well as a casual lunch or party finger food. The balance of textures—moist, shredded chicken and crisp apple cabbage slaw—makes it satisfying but not heavy. The recipe also adapts well for meal prepping by storing components separately for up to four days, assembling just before serving.
Ingredients
For the pulled chicken
- 3 chicken breast large
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce Sweet Baby Ray’s ‘No Sugar Added’, Hickory flavor
- 2 tsp SEASONING Trader Joe’s BBQ 101
For the apple coleslaw
- 1 bag cabbage I used Taylor Farms, shredded, 16 oz
- 6-8 tarragon fresh leaves
- ¼ apple Granny Smith
- ½ cup coleslaw dressing Light Marzetti’s
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Add chicken breasts to a greased baking dish and bake for 12-15 minutes. Cook time will depend on the size and thickness of the breasts so using a meat thermometer is the BEST way to ensure that the chicken is thoroughly cooked. Internal temperature should reach 165°.
- Once the chicken is done cooking, use a hand mixer to shred it instantly (you can also use two forks to pull the chicken apart). Add into a mixing bowl with BBQ Sauce and BBQ seasoning. Stir until all of the shredded chicken is covered.
- Make slaw: While the chicken is baking, assemble the slaw! Finely dice the green apple and fresh tarragon. Add to a bowl with the cabbage and toss with coleslaw dressing.
- Assemble slider: Cut a fresh roll or bun of choice in half and scoop Pulled BBQ Chicken onto the roll then add a scoop of fresh slaw before adding your top bun. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use a hand mixer to shred chicken quickly and evenly, or use two forks if unavailable.
- For meal prep, store pulled chicken and apple coleslaw separately for up to 4 days for freshness.
- Assemble sliders just before serving to preserve the texture of the bun and slaw.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 slider (slaw + meat (no bun)) | |
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 749mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 224mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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