Description
These Easy Crockpot Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches are a hassle-free, flavorful meal perfect for busy days. Tender boneless chicken breasts are slow-cooked with spicy buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, and garlic powder, then shredded and served on slider buns for a deliciously saucy sandwich that’s sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (choose your preferred heat level)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Slider buns or sandwich rolls, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the crockpot, forming 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.
- Add buffalo sauce: Pour the buffalo sauce over the seasoned chicken, making sure it’s well coated for a spicy, tangy taste.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, until the chicken is tender enough to shred easily with a fork.
- Shred and mix: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly inside the crockpot, then stir well to combine the shredded chicken thoroughly with the buffalo sauce and seasonings.
- Serve: Spoon the hot shredded buffalo chicken onto slider buns or sandwich rolls and enjoy immediately for a warm, juicy sandwich.
Notes
- You can adjust the buffalo sauce heat level according to your preference, using mild or extra hot varieties.
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of chicken broth before cooking or mix in some melted butter with the buffalo sauce.
- Shredded chicken can be kept refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for a classic buffalo chicken pairing.
- For a crispy finish, place the shredded chicken on buns and broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
