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savory pulled chicken sandwiches

Savory Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

These savory pulled chicken sandwiches combine tender rotisserie chicken with a tangy fire-roasted tomato sauce for a quick yet impressive meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, they're topped with creamy coleslaw for the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 cups rotisserie chicken shredded
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 (18 ounce) fire roasted tomato cooking sauce such as Progresso™ Recipe Starters™
  • 8 hamburger buns soft, split
  • 1 (14 ounce) prepared coleslaw optional but recommended

Equipment

  • 3-quart saucepan
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. In a 3-quart saucepan, combine the fire roasted tomato cooking sauce, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and chili powder. Mix well.
  2. Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the simmering sauce.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the chicken to absorb the flavors while the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. To serve, spoon approximately 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture onto each split hamburger bun.
  6. Top each sandwich with about 2 tablespoons of prepared coleslaw, if desired.

Notes

For a spicier version, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the tomato mixture. This recipe scales easily for larger crowds—simply double all ingredients. The pulled chicken mixture can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheats beautifully in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water to maintain moisture.
For a lower-carb option, serve the pulled chicken over a bed of mixed greens instead of on buns.