Delicious Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwich in Minutes

This Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwich is a quick, flavorful meal perfect for busy days.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 whole Rotisserie Chicken Use fresh or leftovers; skin should be discarded.
1 cup Buffalo Sauce Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce is recommended.

For the Coleslaw

4 cups Coleslaw Mix Use fresh pre-shredded bags or make your own.
2 tablespoons Green Onion Substitute with chives if unavailable.
1 teaspoon Caraway Seeds Optional: could be replaced with celery seeds.
1/2 cup Light Mayonnaise Regular mayonnaise or Greek yogurt can be used.
2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be used as a substitute.
1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust based on taste preferences.

For the Sandwich

4 buns Sandwich Buns Choose any soft sandwich buns you prefer.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Forks
Knife

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Remove the rotisserie chicken from the packaging, discarding the skin and carcass. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, aiming for about 4 cups.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce. Start with 1 cup and adjust for heat preference, mixing thoroughly.
In a separate bowl, mix the coleslaw ingredients until well combined.
Slice sandwich buns in half and scoop the buffalo chicken mixture onto each bun.
Top the buffalo chicken with coleslaw and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use a hand mixer for quick shredding and store leftovers separately in the fridge to prevent sogginess.

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