# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs), cooked and shredded or grilled and sliced
→ Barbecue Sauce
02 - 1 cup (240 ml) barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
→ Sandwich Components
03 - 4 soft sandwich buns or brioche buns
04 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for toasting buns)
→ Crispy Slaw
05 - 1 cup (3 oz) shredded green cabbage
06 - 1/2 cup (1.5 oz) shredded carrots
07 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
08 - 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
11 - Sliced pickles
12 - Red onion rings
# Directions:
01 - If not already cooked, grill or poach the chicken breasts until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then shred using two forks.
02 - In a medium bowl, toss the shredded (or grilled and sliced) chicken with the barbecue sauce until evenly coated.
03 - In a small bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly distributed.
04 - Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place buns, cut side down, and toast until golden (about 1 minute).
05 - Pile the BBQ chicken onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with slaw (if using), pickles, and red onion as desired. Cover with the top half of the bun.
06 - Serve immediately while warm.
