Description
This Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwich is a classic Midwestern comfort food made with tender slow-cooked chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce and served on soft sandwich buns. It’s an easy crowd-pleasing recipe that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and game day. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Ingredients
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For the Shredded Chicken:
- 2½ pounds (1.1 kg) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Filling:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 300 g) cream of chicken soup
- 4 ounces (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 8 hamburger buns
- Sliced dill pickles (optional)
- Lettuce leaves (optional)
- Sliced tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
- Slow cook the chicken: Place the chicken breasts into a slow cooker. Add the chicken broth, onion, garlic, butter, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until very tender.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the cooked chicken and shred it using two forks.
- Prepare the creamy sauce: Whisk together the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, milk, poultry seasoning, and paprika until smooth.
- Combine: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in the creamy sauce until well combined.
- Finish cooking: Cook on LOW for another 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the filling is hot and creamy. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Lightly toast the hamburger buns if desired. Spoon the creamy shredded chicken onto each bun and serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Shred the chicken while it’s still warm so it absorbs more flavor.
- Toast the buns lightly to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Do not boil the filling after adding the dairy ingredients.
- Add a splash of milk if the filling becomes too thick when reheating.
- Rotisserie chicken can be used as a quick shortcut.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
