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Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
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Delicious Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches featuring tender, shredded chicken infused with a spicy and sweet blend of cayenne, smoked paprika, honey, and brown sugar. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker for easy preparation and served on buns with pickles for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Sauce and Toppings

  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar (apple cider or white vinegar)
  • ¼ cup butter
  • Buns for serving (4-6, depending on size)
  • Pickles for topping, as desired

Instructions

  1. Prepare slow cooker: Spray the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking, then lay the chicken breasts evenly on the bottom.
  2. Mix spices: In a small bowl, combine cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic salt to create a flavorful seasoning mix.
  3. Season chicken: Sprinkle the prepared seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts to ensure every piece is coated with spice.
  4. Add brown sugar: Evenly sprinkle 2 tablespoons of brown sugar on top of the seasoned chicken to add sweetness and help balance the heat.
  5. Drizzle honey: Pour 1 cup of honey over the chicken, distributing it evenly to infuse the meat with sticky sweetness.
  6. Add vinegar: Pour 1 tablespoon of vinegar over the mixture to add a slight tang that complements the sweetness and heat.
  7. Add butter: Place ¼ cup of butter on top of the ingredients to add richness and melt down into the sauce as the chicken cooks.
  8. Cook chicken: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  9. Shred chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing the meat well with the sauce for maximum flavor.
  10. Serve: Spoon the hot honey shredded chicken onto buns and top with pickles as desired for a delicious sandwich.

Notes

  • You can adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the sandwiches.
  • Apple cider vinegar is recommended for a milder flavor but white vinegar works as well.
  • Use buns of your choice: brioche, hamburger buns, or sandwich rolls all work great.
  • Pickles add a nice tangy crunch but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • For an extra smoky flavor, add a few dashes of liquid smoke to the sauce before cooking.

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