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italian pulled chicken sandwich

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH GOAT CHEESE RECIPE

Calories360 kcal
Carbohydrates35.8 g
Fat10.8 g
Protein31.2 g
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Total Time7 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 sandwich rolls - (I used Trader Joe’s Half-Baked Panini Rustic Rolls)
  • 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 12 oz jar roasted red peppers - (drained and chopped)
  • 1 14-16 oz package frozen chopped spinach - (thawed)
  • 5 oz goat cheese
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 4 garlic cloves - (minced)
  • 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place chicken in slow cooker. Add in Italian dressing packet and garlic. Coat chicken breasts well on all sides.
  • Cover and cook on low for about 5 hours.
  • Using two forks, shred chicken. Then add in red peppers and thawed spinach. Cover and cook for another two hours. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toast rolls and spread goat cheese evenly amongst the rolls. Scoop out about ¾ cup chicken and place onto bun. Top with a few basil leaves and other half of bun.

Notes

The entire recipe makes 6 servings
Serving size 1 sandwich
 

Nutrition

Calories: 360 kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 35.8 g (12%)Protein: 31.2 g (62%)Fat: 10.8 g (17%)Saturated Fat: 5.9 g (37%)Cholesterol: 73 mg (24%)Sodium: 669 mg (29%)Potassium: 829 mg (24%)Fiber: 3.4 g (14%)Sugar: 3.4 g (4%)Calcium: 240 mg (24%)Iron: 5 mg (28%)