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    Honey Lime Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

    March 5, 2020 by Denise Bustard 24 Comments

    Home / Recipes / Slow Cooker Chicken / Honey Lime Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

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    Honey lime shredded chicken sandwiches are cooked up in the slow cooker and topped with an easy slaw for a simple and easy weeknight dinner. Slightly sweet, savory, tangy and delicious.

    When it comes to weeknight dinners, my slow cooker is a real hero. Our go to recipes include these 7 No Sautee Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes (there's one for every day of the week!). These delicious shredded chicken sandwiches are another great recipe to keep in your back pocket for weeknights.

    shredded chicken sandwiches sitting on cutting board with juices running down

    Made with a simple slow cooker honey lime chicken recipe and topped with a simple slaw, this recipe works so great for meal prep and tastes amazing, even 4 days after cooking it!

    This might sound weird but I actually like this shredded chicken sandwich served cold...but it's great either way.

    Reasons you’ll ♡ this honey lime shredded chicken sandwich

    • it's a little bit sweet, savory, tangy, crunchy and delicious
    • it works really well for meal prep
    • once meal prepped, assembly takes 10 minutes or less!

    Recipe Video

    Wondering how these crockpot shredded chicken sandwiches come together? Watch the 1-minute video below! Find more of my videos on my YouTube channel.

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    Which ingredients do we need?

    For this shredded chicken sandwich recipe, you will need:

    • shredded chicken- we are using slow cooker honey lime chicken. I advise cooking it up ahead of time but you can serve it fresh if you'd like
    • slaw- we are using cabbage, shredded carrots, zucchini and cilantro. Save yourself some time by using a bag of slaw
    • vinaigrette- a quick sesame vinaigrette gives the slaw some tanginess
    • buns- go for the big, fresh, fluffy buns. I ♡ Ace brand buns

    overhead view showing assembly of the crockpot shredded chicken sandwich

    Tips for the perfect sandwich

    • meal prep- you can prep the chicken, chop the veggies and shake up the vinaigrette up to 4 days ahead. The slaw can be dressed for up to 24 hours ahead. Do not assemble sandwiches until just before serving.
      • meal plan- find a meal prep plan + shopping list for this recipe here!
    • chicken- this sandwich is all about the honey lime sauce. Make sure you toss it up in that saucy goodness before assembling sandwiches.
    • hot or cold- you can serve these sandwiches with hot or cold chicken. I really loved them cold (a surprising amount!)
    • shortcut- use bagged slaw for an easy shortcut
    • buns- get nice soft buns, and level them up by toasting in a fry pan with some butter!

    Find my favorite slow cooker and other kitchen tools in my shop

    pouring vinaigrette over slaw ingredients

    Can I cook this chicken in the Instant Pot? Oven?

    Yes and yes!

    • Instant Pot- cook for 8 minutes with a quick pressure release. If you have large chicken breasts (10 oz), add 1-2 minutes onto the cook time. Shred and toss in the sauce.
    • Oven- bake at 425 in a covered baking dish for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Shred and toss in the sauce.

    Can I freeze this recipe?

    The chicken can be frozen before or after cooking.

    • if you wish to assemble the chicken ahead and freeze, make sure you thaw completely before cooking
    • either way you do it, chicken can be frozen for 3-6 months

    Can I leave out the honey? 

    No, do not leave out the honey, it adds a ton of flavor to the chicken. If you are looking for low carb chicken breast slow cooker recipes, please check out these 7 Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes.

    side view assembling slaw onto the shredded chicken sandwiches

    More slow cooker chicken recipes

    • Crockpot BBQ Chicken
    • Sticky Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
    • Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken
    • Crockpot Salsa Chicken
    • Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

    Note: This recipe was originally posted in 2015. It has been republished with fresh photos, tips and a new video in 2020.

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    Honey Lime Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Calories: 333kcal
    Author: Denise Bustard
    Servings: 4
    Honey lime shredded chicken sandwiches are cooked up in the slow cooker and topped with an easy slaw for a simple and easy weeknight dinner. Slightly sweet, savory, tangy and delicious.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time20 mins

    Ingredients

    Slaw

    • 1 cup shredded cabbage
    • ½ cup shredded zucchini
    • ½ cup shredded carrots
    • ¼ cup torn cilantro leaves

    Vinaigrette:

    • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • ¼ teaspoon dijon
    • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

    Sandwiches:

    • 4 buns
    • 2 cups slow cooker honey lime chicken

    Instructions

    Slaw

    • In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, zucchini, carrots and cilantro.
    • Shake together all vinaigrette ingredients, and toss slaw to coat.

    Assembly:

    • Top each bun with around ½ cup of pulled chicken and cabbage slaw.
    • Serve immediately.

    Meal Prep

    • Chicken can be cooked up to 4 days ahead or frozen for 3 months.
      Cabbage, carrots and zucchini can be prepped ahead, and vinaigrette can be shaken together and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 355mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g
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    About Denise Bustard

    Denise Bustard is the creator of Sweet Peas and Saffron, a meal prep-focussed food blog. With a PhD in biochemistry, Denise takes a scientific approach to perfecting her recipes. You can find Denise's work featured on Huffington Post, MSN, Self and more. read more

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