Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches, a dish that effortlessly combines sweet and spicy elements for a delightful family meal. This recipe makes weeknight dinners a breeze, with minimal prep and maximum flavor. Imagine returning home to the tempting aroma of tender chicken simmered in a rich honey sauce, ready to be shredded and piled high on soft buns. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these sandwiches are sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- ¼ cup butter
- Buns for serving
- Pickles for topping
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker with non-stick spray; place chicken breasts inside.
- In a bowl, mix cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic salt; sprinkle over chicken.
- Add brown sugar and drizzle honey on top.
- Pour vinegar and place chunks of butter over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours.
- Shred the chicken once cooked, stir well, and serve on buns with pickles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg