Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Chicken Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food for fall. This easy-to-make dish features tender, juicy chicken simmered in sweet apple cider and tangy barbecue sauce, creating a flavor explosion that will leave everyone wanting more. Perfect for cozy gatherings or game days, these sandwiches come together effortlessly in your slow cooker, making them an ideal option for busy hosts. Serve on soft buns topped with crunchy coleslaw or sliced apples for an extra layer of texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and cinnamon on both sides.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker and add the onion, garlic, apple cider, and barbecue sauce. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
- Shred the chicken with two forks, mixing it back into the sauce.
- Serve on soft sandwich buns with extra barbecue sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, sear the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. - Customize your sandwiches by adding toppings such as crunchy coleslaw or sliced apples. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.