Description
This White BBQ Chicken Sandwich features tender, shredded chicken in a creamy white BBQ sauce, topped with crunchy coleslaw, all served in a toasted bun. It’s a perfect dish for summer cookouts or quick weeknight dinners, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 cup coleslaw (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika on both sides.
- For grilling: Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). For baking: Place in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Blend until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust the tanginess or sweetness by adding more vinegar or honey, and season with salt and pepper.
- Use two forks or a stand mixer to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the shredded chicken with half of the white BBQ sauce in a large bowl, stirring until well coated.
- Toast the buns on the grill or in the oven until golden brown.
- Pile a generous amount of BBQ chicken mixture on the bottom half of each bun.
- Add a handful of coleslaw on top of the chicken.
- Place the top half of the bun on the sandwich and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Pair with crispy potato chips, sweet potato fries, or a fresh garden salad.
- Savor the delicious combination of flavors and textures in each bite.
- Store any leftover chicken mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or stovetop until warmed through, or make fresh sandwiches with the leftover chicken.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the ingredients in the white BBQ sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes