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Speedy BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders

Tender shredded chicken coated in smoky barbecue sauce served on soft slider buns with a crisp coleslaw topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Rub
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Assembly
  • 8 small slider buns
  • 1/2 cup shredded coleslaw mix
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Two forks

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with smoked paprika and garlic powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden-brown.
  4. Reduce heat to low, add 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce, and cover the pan to steam until cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken to a board, let rest for 5 minutes, then shred using two forks.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the pan and toss with the remaining barbecue sauce.
Assembly
  1. Mix mayonnaise, coleslaw mix, and vinegar in a small bowl.
  2. Assemble sliders by placing warm chicken on buns and topping with a spoonful of coleslaw.

Notes

Store chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Shred while warm for best sauce absorption.