Savory Shredded Chicken Sloppy Joes - Crock Pot
Experience a twist on the traditional sloppy joes with our Savory Shredded Chicken Sloppy Joes made effortlessly in a crock pot. Perfect for gatherings or a hearty family dinner, this recipe combines tender chicken with a rich and tangy sauce, simmered to perfection for 8 hours. Serve on your favorite rolls for a delightful and flavorful meal.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
cooked chicken
6 cups (diced)
celery
2 cups (chopped)
onion
1 cup (chopped)
garlic clove
1-2 (minced)
green pepper
1 cup (chopped)
butter
4 tablespoons (melted)
ketchup
2 cups (none)
water
2 cups (none)
brown sugar
2 tablespoons (none)
vinegar
4 tablespoons (none)
dry mustard
2 teaspoons (none)
pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
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1. Begin by preparing your ingredients: dice the cooked chicken, chop the celery, onion, and green pepper, and mince the garlic cloves.
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2. In a crock pot, combine the diced chicken, chopped vegetables, melted butter, ketchup, water, brown sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, pepper, and salt.
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3. Mix all ingredients well, ensuring the chicken is thoroughly coated with the sauce.
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4. Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low heat for 8 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
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5. As the cooking time comes to an end, use a fork to gently shred the chicken within the pot until it reaches your desired consistency.
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6. Once prepared, scoop the savory shredded chicken mixture into steak rolls or your choice of bread.
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7. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in this recipe?
The main protein in this recipe is 6 cups of cooked chicken, which is diced before being added to the crock pot.
How long should the chicken sloppy joes cook in the crock pot?
The recipe calls for cooking the mixture on low heat for 8 hours.
Can I use a slow cooker for this recipe?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed for a crock pot or slow cooker.
What vegetables are needed for these chicken sloppy joes?
You will need 2 cups of chopped celery, 1 cup of chopped onion, and 1 cup of chopped green pepper.
Is garlic used in this dish?
Yes, the recipe requires 1 to 2 minced garlic cloves.
What ingredients make up the sauce?
The sauce is made from a combination of ketchup, water, brown sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, salt, and pepper.
How much ketchup is required?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of ketchup.
What kind of sugar is used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
How do I achieve the shredded chicken texture?
After the 8-hour cooking period, use a fork to gently shred the chicken within the pot until it reaches your desired consistency.
What type of bread is recommended for serving?
The recipe suggests serving the shredded chicken on steak rolls or your choice of favorite rolls.
Do I need to stir the mixture while it cooks?
The instructions recommend stirring the mixture occasionally if possible during the 8-hour cook time.
Is there any butter in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 4 tablespoons of melted butter.
What amount of vinegar is used?
The recipe uses 4 tablespoons of vinegar.
How much dry mustard is added?
The recipe specifies 2 teaspoons of dry mustard.
Is this recipe suitable for a family dinner?
Yes, it is described as a hearty family dinner and is perfect for gatherings.
Can this meal be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, it is tagged as a 'make ahead' meal, which is convenient for busy schedules.
How much water is added to the crock pot?
You should add 2 cups of water to the mixture.
How much salt and pepper should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper.
Should the chicken be raw when put in the crock pot?
No, the recipe specifies using cooked chicken that has been diced.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as 'comfort food' and 'savory'.
What is the first step in preparing the recipe?
The first step is to dice the cooked chicken, chop the celery, onion, and green pepper, and mince the garlic.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 13 total ingredients in this chicken sloppy joe recipe.
Can I serve this at a party?
Absolutely, it is tagged as 'party food' and is great for gatherings.
What is the total cook time?
The total cook time is 8 hours on the low setting.
Is this a spicy dish?
The recipe is savory and tangy rather than spicy, using standard seasonings like mustard and pepper.
How many cups of celery are needed?
You will need 2 cups of chopped celery.
How much onion is required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped onion.
What size should the chicken be initially?
The chicken should be diced before being added to the crock pot.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy' recipe with simple preparation steps.
Does the recipe include nutritional information like calories?
The current data does not provide specific calorie or macronutrient counts.