Best 9 Sweet And Sour Pulled Chicken Sandwiches Recipes

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Sweet and sour pulled chicken sandwiches are a flavorful and juicy sandwich that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of a classic sweet and sour sauce with the savory and tender texture of pulled chicken. This sandwich is a perfect option for a quick and easy meal that is sure to satisfy. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious sandwich that will be a hit with the whole family. Whether you are looking for a fun and casual meal for a weeknight dinner or a more formal dish for a special occasion, sweet and sour pulled chicken sandwiches are a great choice.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN SANDWICH



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Oil, for frying
2 1/2 cups buttermilk
4 cups all-purpose flour
4 chicken breasts, fat removed
4 cups sweet and sour sauce
4 brioche buns
4 slices provolone
4 leaves romaine lettuce
4 Roma tomato slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oil in a deep-fryer.
  • Lay out 2 deep-sided plates. Add buttermilk to one plate and the flour to the second. Dip each piece of chicken in the buttermilk, then lay in the flour, coating thoroughly.
  • Add to deep fryer and cook, 7 minutes. Set on a paper towel to soak up excess oil.
  • Add the sweet and sour sauce to a container large enough to dip each piece of chicken evenly. Dip the chicken pieces, then put one on each brioche bun. Top with provolone, lettuce and tomato.

SWEET AND TANGY PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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I created this just by messing around in the kitchen and craving a sweet meal for supper. My friends and family love it! Can be served with French fries, veggies, or mac and cheese.

Provided by MissPreNintendo

Categories     Chicken Sandwiches

Time 4h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle cola-flavored carbonated beverage (such as Coca-Cola®)
1 ½ cups barbeque sauce
½ cup raspberry walnut vinaigrette
¼ cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons teriyaki marinade (such as Kikkoman®)
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
8 medium hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker and pour cola-flavored beverage around it. Turn slow cooker to High and cook for 3 hours.
  • Meanwhile, mix barbecue sauce, vinaigrette, brown sugar, honey, teriyaki marinade, and cardamom in a mixing bowl until well blended. Place in the refrigerator.
  • After 3 hours, remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Set aside 1/2 cup of the cooking juices and discard the rest.
  • Return chicken and 1/2 cup juice to the slow cooker; stir to combine. Remove barbecue sauce from the refrigerator and pour and blend it into the chicken. Cook for 1 more hour.
  • Spread mayonnaise on hamburger buns and fill with pulled chicken and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 757.5 calories, Carbohydrate 116.7 g, Cholesterol 61.1 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1839.1 mg, Sugar 36 g

PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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I was raised as a southern girl, with the love of barbecue built into my DNA. This slow-cooker recipe allows me to enjoy the flavors I grew up eating, while still following a healthy diet. -Heidi Mulholland, Cumming, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 11 ingredients. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over top., Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred meat with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve on buns. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 698mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRISPY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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If you want something other than the ordinary mushy coated sweet and sour chicken, then I suppose this is one you should try. I learned how to make this from watching my mother make it.

Provided by Uluru

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese     Main Dishes     Chicken

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 large egg whites
1 cup water
1 cup cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup hot water
¼ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons sweet rice wine
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk egg yolks, soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper for marinade together in a bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  • Beat egg whites for coating in a bowl until foamy. Add water, then cornstarch, then flour, mixing completely after each addition.
  • Combine hot water, sugar, rice wine, vinegar, cornstarch, soy sauce, bouillon granules, and salt for glaze in a bowl.
  • Remove chicken from the refrigerator. Dip each piece in coating.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken and cook in small batches until crispy, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove chicken to a plate and drain oil from the wok.
  • Add bell pepper and garlic to the wok and stir-fry until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove from the wok onto a separate dish.
  • Add pineapple chunks to the wok. Stir the reserved glaze and pour over pineapple. Simmer until sauce thickens, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add chicken and bell pepper mixture back to the wok; toss everything together. Drizzle sesame oil over top, stir, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 173.9 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 748 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

SWEET AND SOUR HOT HAM SANDWICHES



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PIneapple, brown sugar, and fruity ham glaze mixed with onion, bell pepper and vinegar bring sweet and sour flavors to these ham sandwiches or sliders.

Provided by Crosse & Blackwell

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Crosse & Blackwell®

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
1 pound thinly sliced deli-style smoked ham, quartered
1 tablespoon Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
½ large yellow onions, cut into very thin wedges
¾ cup chopped green pepper
1 (10 ounce) jar Crosse & Blackwell® Premium Ham Glaze
1 (8.25 ounce) can crushed pineapple in heavy syrup, undrained
⅓ cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
6 kaiser rolls*

Steps:

  • Coat large skillet with no-stick cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat. Saute ham, 1/3 at a time, 15 seconds or until ham is lightly browned. Remove from skillet and place in large bowl.
  • Heat oil in same skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and green pepper; saute 7 minutes or until tender.
  • Stir in ham glaze, undrained pineapple, brown sugar and vinegar. Heat through. Pour over ham in bowl; toss to coat. Serve on rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.3 calories, Carbohydrate 64.3 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1274.9 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

SWEET AND SOUR GRILLED CHICKEN



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Great sweet and sour chicken dish cooked on the grill--quick, easy, and tasty.

Provided by Gary Sr.

Categories     BBQ & Grilling     Chicken

Time 8h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons mustard
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 (5 ounce) bone-in chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, oil, vinegar, mustard, lime juice, lemon juice, garlic, seasoned salt, and pepper in a medium bowl and mix well.
  • Place chicken in a glass or ceramic bowl and cover with sauce. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 87.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 327.5 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds ground chicken (thighs/dark meat preferred)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 8-ounce can water chestnuts, minced
1 cup finely chopped shiitake mushrooms (chopped in a food processor)
2 red bell peppers, cut into small dice
2 scallions, thinly sliced up to the pale greens, dark green tops reserved for garnish
2 tablespoons zested fresh ginger
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 head butterhead lettuce, leaves separated, washed and thoroughly dried
1/2 cup roasted cashews, chopped
Sriracha, for serving
Fish sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the oil and saute the chicken until no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the meat with a slotted spoon, reserving the fat and liquid in the pan.
  • Add in the water chestnuts, mushrooms, bell peppers and sliced scallions and saute for 10 minutes. Lower the heat to medium, add in the ginger and garlic and cook until fragrant, 15 to 20 seconds. Add the hoisin, soy sauce, mirin and cooked chicken and simmer for a couple more minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • Thinly slice the reserved scallion tops. Scoop the chicken onto lettuce cups and garnish with the sliced scallions, chopped cashews, a bit of sriracha and a dash of fish sauce.

SWEET AND SPICY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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My kids often ask for chicken sloppy joes, and this version has a bonus of sweet pineapple. It is a perfect recipe to double for a potluck. Try topping the sandwiches with smoked Gouda cheese. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 3h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 bottle (18 ounces) sweet and spicy barbecue sauce, divided
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
8 hamburger buns, split and toasted
Optional: Bibb lettuce leaves and thinly sliced red onion

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a 4-quart slow cooker. Combine 1/4 cup barbecue sauce and mustard; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken; discard liquid. Shred chicken with 2 forks; return to slow cooker. Add crushed pineapple and remaining barbecue sauce; cover and cook on high for 15 minutes., Serve on toasted buns with lettuce and onion if desired. Freeze option: Place shredded chicken in freezer containers. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring gently; add broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES RECIPE



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Provided by á-170182

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sherry
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon chopped ginger
sweet hawaiian rolls and barbecue sauce for serving

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker. In a small bowl combine the soy sauce, sherry, rice vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, garlic, and ginger. Pour this mixture over the chicken. Cover the crock and cook on HIGH for up to 4 hours and on LOW for 6 hours. The chicken will be very tender and easy to shred. Remove the chicken and shred the meat. Return it to the crock and mix with the juices. Serve on rolls with barbecue sauce, if desired. Chicken mixture is also good inside a lettuce or napa cabbage wrap. To freeze: the shredded meat and any sauce can be frozen for a later date. Simply cool and store in an airtight container. Chill completely before freezing. To serve: thaw completely in the refrigerator. Reheat or serve cold. Preparation time: 5 minute(s) Cooking time: 4 hour(s) Number of servings (yield): 12

Tips:

  • For the best pulled chicken, use a combination of dark and light meat. Dark meat is more flavorful, but light meat is leaner.
  • Cook the chicken on low heat for a long time. This will help it to become tender and juicy.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks. This will help to create a nice texture for the sandwiches.
  • The sweet and sour sauce is what really makes these sandwiches special. Be sure to use a good quality sauce, or make your own.
  • Serve the sandwiches on your favorite bread or bun. You can also add your favorite toppings, such as cheese, bacon, or avocado.

    Conclusion:

    Sweet and sour pulled chicken sandwiches are a delicious and easy meal that the whole family will love. They're perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. With a little planning, you can even make them ahead of time and freeze them for later. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these sweet and sour pulled chicken sandwiches a try. You won't be disappointed!

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