Pulled Barbecue Sandwich
Pulled Barbecue Sandwich is a hearty and flavorful classic made with tender, slow-cooked shredded meat tossed in tangy barbecue sauce, piled high on a soft bun—perfect for casual gatherings or comfort food cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork shoulder or chicken breast/thighs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4–6 sandwich buns
- Optional: coleslaw for topping
Instructions
- Season the pork or chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place meat in a slow cooker with chicken broth, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
- Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
- Remove meat and shred with two forks. Discard excess liquid from the slow cooker.
- Return shredded meat to the slow cooker and mix with barbecue sauce. Cook on low for an additional 15–20 minutes.
- Toast sandwich buns if desired. Pile the pulled barbecue meat onto each bun.
- Top with coleslaw if using, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the barbecue sauce.
- This recipe works well with pork, chicken, or jackfruit for a vegetarian option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Serve with pickles, chips, or corn on the cob for a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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