Spicy Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Dive into a flavor-packed adventure with this Spicy Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. Juicy, tender chicken is slow-cooked in zesty buffalo sauce, then piled high on fresh, toasted buns and topped with crunchy lettuce and ripe tomatoes. Perfect for game day or cozy nights at home, this easy-to-make sandwich balances heat and creaminess, making it an irresistible treat for all spice lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 4 brioche or whole wheat buns
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker and pour buffalo sauce over them.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken and shred using two forks.
- Toast the buns, then pile shredded chicken onto each bun.
- Drizzle with ranch dressing and add shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes as toppings.
- Serve immediately, optionally with crispy sweet potato fries on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For a milder flavor, use mild buffalo sauce or add spices like garlic powder or paprika. - Experiment with toppings such as blue cheese crumbles or avocado for added flavor.