Alabama BBQ Chicken Chopped Sandwiches
Delicious and versatile Alabama BBQ chicken chopped sandwiches featuring grilled chicken in a rich, tangy sauce served on soft buns, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Alabama-style white barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for grilling
For Serving
- 4 pieces soft sandwich rolls or buns
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced pickles
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat and add a little cooking oil.
Cooking the Chicken
- Grill the chicken for 6–8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and allow it to rest for a few minutes.
- Chop the grilled chicken into small pieces.
Assembly
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken with the Alabama-style white barbecue sauce.
- Slice the sandwich rolls in half and spoon the BBQ chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each roll.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced pickles.
- Place the top half of the roll on the sandwiches and serve immediately.
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Notes
Consider marinating the chicken in the barbecue sauce for a few hours for enhanced flavor. Serve with classic sides like coleslaw or potato salad, and offer drinks like sweet tea or lemonade to capture the Southern spirit.