BBQ Pulled Chicken Burger

These BBQ Pulled Chicken Burgers feature tender shredded chicken coated in BBQ sauce, tangy slaw, creamy avocado, and melted pepper jack cheese on a toasted bun. Perfect for a casual dinner or your next cookout.

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Servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1½ cups BBQ sauce

For the Slaw:

2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon mayonnaise

For the Burgers:

4 slices Tillamook Farm Style Thick Cut Pepper Jack Cheese
1 avocado sliced
4 burger buns lightly toasted

Instructions

Prepare the BBQ Chicken

Place the chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. Pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated. Secure the lid and set to high pressure for 10 minutes. Once complete, perform a quick release of the pressure. Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks, allowing the meat to absorb the sauce thoroughly. Keep the chicken warm until ready to assemble the burgers.
Alternative Method: If using a slow cooker, cook the chicken on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-4 hours before shredding.

Prepare the Tangy Slaw

In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, rice vinegar, and mayonnaise. Toss the ingredients until the cabbage is evenly coated. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld while the chicken finishes cooking.

Toast the Burger Buns

Lightly toast the burger buns in a skillet or toaster until golden brown. This step enhances the texture and helps prevent the buns from becoming soggy once the toppings are added.

Assemble the Burgers

Place a slice of pepper jack cheese on the bottom half of each toasted burger bun.
Add a generous portion of the BBQ pulled chicken on top of the cheese.
Spoon a layer of the tangy slaw over the chicken.
Finish with avocado slices and place the top bun to complete the burger.

Serve and Enjoy

Serve the BBQ Pulled Chicken Burgers immediately for optimal flavor and texture. Pair with sides such as sweet potato fries, coleslaw, or a crisp green salad.

Notes

To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the burger buns with gluten-free buns and ensure the BBQ sauce used is certified gluten-free. Verify all other ingredients, including the pepper jack cheese, are free from gluten-containing additives.

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