Description
These Easy Crockpot Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches are a delicious, hassle-free meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in spicy buffalo sauce and seasoned with ranch and garlic powder, shredded and served on slider buns for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing sandwich.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Sauce
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (choose your preferred heat level)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
For Serving
- Slider buns or sandwich rolls, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the crockpot, ensuring they are in a single layer for even cooking.
- Season the Chicken: Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix and garlic powder evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse flavor throughout the cooking process.
- Add Buffalo Sauce: Pour the buffalo sauce over the seasoned chicken, making sure the chicken is well-coated for a rich, spicy taste.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 6 hours or on high heat for 3 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to shred easily.
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and mix well with the sauce to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Serve: Spoon the shredded buffalo chicken onto slider buns or sandwich rolls and serve hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, choose a mild buffalo sauce or reduce the quantity.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for additional creaminess.
- These sandwiches freeze well; store cooked shredded chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Adding shredded cheese or coleslaw to the sandwich can enhance texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
