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Discover the mouthwatering delight of Smoky BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders, a perfect dish for gatherings, game days, or a cozy family dinner. This recipe highlights the tender, flavorful chicken infused with a smoky barbecue sauce, complemented by crunchy coleslaw and served on soft slider buns. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, these sliders are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders

Indulge in the deliciousness of Smoky BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders, the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Juicy, tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a homemade smoky barbecue sauce create a flavor explosion in every bite. Paired with crunchy coleslaw on soft slider buns, these sliders are easily customizable to suit everyone's taste. Perfect for game days or family dinners, this simple recipe is sure to impress and satisfy your cravings. Enjoy creating unforgettable memories around the table with this mouthwatering dish!
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Ingredients
  

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1 cup barbecue sauce (your choice)

1 medium onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup chicken broth

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

12 slider buns

1 cup coleslaw (for topping)

Pickles (for garnish)

Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs into a slow cooker. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, spreading them evenly over the chicken.

    Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.

      Combine: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and onions in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well coated.

        Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreddable.

          Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.

            Assemble the Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half. Place a generous amount of pulled chicken on each bottom half of the bun. Top with a spoonful of coleslaw and add pickles to taste.

              Serve: Close the sliders with the top halves of the buns. Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color!

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 mins | 6-8 hours | 12 sliders