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These Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches are easy to make, packed with smoky-sweet flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights, summer cookouts, game day parties, or casual family dinners.

There is something about a saucy barbecue sandwich piled high on a toasted bun that just feels like comfort food.

Using tender shredded chicken coated in your favorite barbecue sauce, this recipe comes together with simple ingredients but delivers big flavor. Serve them with crunchy coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, or crispy fries for the ultimate meal everyone will love.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe for Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

• Quick and easy to make
• Great for meal prep
• Perfect for feeding a crowd
• Family-friendly comfort food
• Easy to customize with your favorite toppings

Whether you cook the chicken in the slow cooker, Instant Pot, or on the stovetop, these sandwiches always turn out juicy and delicious.

Last week, when I made BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters on the grill, there were a couple of leg quarters left. Instead of just putting them in the refrigerator for leftovers the next day, I decided to shred the meat into a bowl. However, if you do not have any leftover chicken, you can get a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store to use to make these Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches.

The next night for dinner, I served these amazing Pulled BBQ Chicken sandwiches and then topped them with Honey Hype Seasoning from Intensity Academy. As a result, I found my new favorite seasoning that I am using in everything, and it is glorious!

Putting Together These BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

What makes this a pulled sandwich is the fact that you shred the chicken for the sandwich. Top it with some BBQ sauce and whatever seasoning you prefer.

Finally, top the sandwiches with homemade cole slaw, but that is entirely optional, for instance.

Since making this sandwich, we have used that Honey Hype seasoning on everything. It is SO good. I have even sprinkled it on my salad for an extra bit of seasoning.

Tips for the Best BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

• Make it spicy with hot sauce or sliced jalapeños.
• Use chicken thighs for extra juicy meat.
• Toast the buns to keep them from getting soggy.
• Add coleslaw directly on top for crunch and freshness.
• Mix two barbecue sauces for a unique flavor.

What to Serve with BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

These sandwiches pair perfectly with:

• Mac and cheese
• Baked beans
• Corn on the cob
• Pasta salad
• Potato wedges
• Southern coleslaw

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Storage Tips

Store leftover pulled BBQ chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

You can also freeze the chicken for up to 3 months. Simply thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.

Final Thoughts

Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches are one of those easy recipes that never disappoint. They are simple enough for a weeknight dinner but tasty enough to serve for parties, potlucks, and backyard gatherings. Once you make them, they are sure to become a regular favorite at your table.