Description
A sticky-sweet sandwich featuring tender chicken slow-cooked in honey and hot sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 lb / 700–900 g)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s or sriracha)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Burger buns or slider rolls (4–8 depending on size)
- Coleslaw (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Place the breasts in a single layer in the slow cooker.
- Whisk together honey, hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth. Taste and adjust heat or sweetness.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6–8 hours or on High for 3–4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken to a cutting board or shallow bowl. Use two forks to shred into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.
- If the sauce seems thin, transfer contents to a skillet and simmer 3–5 minutes to thicken.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm on buns topped with coleslaw, pickles, or thinly sliced red onion.
Notes
This recipe is flexible; feel free to swap buns or add slaw for extra crunch. Excellent for gatherings and kid-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American