Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
Introduction
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwiches are a deliciously easy meal perfect for busy days. Tender shredded chicken cooks slowly in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, then is piled high on toasted rolls with crispy bacon and melted Swiss cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 slices bacon, fried crisp
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 6 sandwich rolls, buttered and toasted if desired
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yellow mustard, honey, vinegar, and black pepper until well combined.
- Step 3: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, spreading it evenly to cover the chicken completely.
- Step 4: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken easily shreds with a fork.
- Step 5: Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well to coat it in the sauce.
- Step 6: Spoon the honey mustard chicken onto the sandwich rolls, top each with a slice of Swiss cheese and crispy bacon, then serve hot.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
- To make this sandwich lighter, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
- Try different cheeses like cheddar or provolone if you prefer.
- Toast the sandwich rolls before assembling for added crunch.
Storage
Store leftover shredded chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce. Keep sandwich components separate until ready to serve to maintain bread texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, boneless skinless chicken thighs work well and can be even more tender. Adjust cooking time slightly if needed.
Is it possible to make this recipe without a slow cooker?
Yes, you can cook the chicken in a covered baking dish at 325°F (165°C) for about 1.5 to 2 hours until tender, then shred and mix with the sauce.
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Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 sandwiches 1x
Description
These Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwiches feature tender, shredded chicken slow-cooked in a tangy honey mustard sauce, then served with Swiss cheese and crispy bacon on toasted sandwich rolls for a satisfying and flavorful meal that’s effortless to prepare.
Ingredients
Chicken and Sauce
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Toppings and Assembly
- 6 slices bacon (fried crisp)
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 6 sandwich rolls (buttered and toasted, if desired)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the slow cooker, arranging them in a single layer for even cooking.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, honey, vinegar, and ground black pepper until fully combined to create a smooth honey mustard sauce.
- Coat Chicken: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, spreading it to cover all the chicken pieces thoroughly.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Let the chicken cook for 4 hours, or until it is tender enough to shred easily with a fork.
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well to coat it in the remaining sauce.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the shredded honey mustard chicken onto the sandwich rolls. Top each sandwich with a slice of Swiss cheese and a slice of crispy fried bacon. Serve hot, optionally with toasted and buttered rolls.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh sandwich rolls toasted and buttered lightly before assembly.
- Can substitute apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar for a slightly different tang.
- Crisp bacon ahead of time in a skillet or oven, and drain on paper towels before assembling sandwiches.
- Leftover shredded chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- For a lower fat option, use light mayonnaise and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: slow cooker chicken sandwiches, honey mustard chicken, shredded chicken sandwich, easy slow cooker recipes, chicken sandwich with bacon and Swiss cheese
