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Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches

Savor Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches Tonight

This Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches recipe combines sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 0.5 tablespoons Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cups Honey
  • 0.25 cups Vinegar Apple cider or white
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
For Serving
  • 4 buns Buns Brioche or pretzel recommended
  • Pickles Optional

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker by spraying the bottom with non-stick spray.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker in an even layer.
  3. Season the chicken with a blend of cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic salt, and brown sugar.
  4. Add honey and vinegar over the chicken, topping with pieces of butter.
  5. Cover and slow cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours.
  6. Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and mix with the sauce.
  7. Serve on buns with crunchy pickles on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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