The WW Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches have a light and hearty texture. We made them with chicken breasts, BBQ sauce, zesty Italian dressing, brown sugar, and hamburger buns. They contain 35 grams of protein and 330 calories per serving. It takes 6 hours and ten minutes to prepare them. Store these WW Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches for four days in the refrigerator. We may serve these burgers with roasted green beans, grilled corn, baked potato chips, cucumber tomato salad, pasta salad, sweet potato fries, or pickle spears.
STATS:
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Serving size: 1 sandwich
- Cook time: 6 hours on LOW
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Course: Main
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Serving: 6
EQUIPMENT:
- Slow cooker
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Two forks
- Mixing spoon
- Small baking sheet
INGREDIENTS:
- 1½ lb boneless chicken breasts
- 1¼ cups light BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp packed brown sugar
- Half cup reduced-fat zesty Italian dressing
- 6 light hamburger buns
- Quarter cup extra-light BBQ sauce
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN BREASTS:
- They are the main protein of the recipe and get tender when cooled slowly. Tender chicken shreds easily and makes the meal lighter. You may use chicken thighs as per your preference.
LIGHT BBQ SAUCE:
- This sauce provides a smoky and tangy taste in the sandwiches. We will use low-sugar BBQ sauce to reduce the nutritional values. Utilize low-sugar BBQ for less sweetness in the dish.
REDUCED-FAT ZESTY ITALIAN DRESSING:
- It gives acidity and moisture to the meal. This seasoning also maintains the sweet taste of the BBQ sauce. Include ranch dressing if you want a creamier taste in the meal.
BROWN SUGAR:
- Brown sugar adds sweetness and maintains the tanginess of BBQ sauce. You may replace it with maple syrup as per your choice.
LIGHT HAMBURGER BUNS:
- These hamburger buns hold the chicken perfectly and make them easy to serve. Utilize whole-wheat hamburger buns as a replacement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, put the chicken in the slow-cooker, then pour in the BBQ sauce and Italian dressing.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar on top and cover the pot to cook for 6 hours on LOW.
- Utilize forks to shred the chicken directly in the pot when it reaches 165°F.
- Mix the shredded chicken with the sauce and leave for 15 minutes on WARM.
- Toast the buns lightly and divide the BBQ chicken into the buns.
- Lastly, include a drizzle of BBQ sauce and serve the sandwiches warm.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALAD:
- Creamy Coleslaw
- Classic Garden Salad
- Apple Slaw
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted Green Beans
- Garlic Roasted Broccoli
- Air-Fryer Brussels Sprouts
- Grilled Corn
POTATO SIDES:
- Air-Fryer Potato Wedges
- Light Sweet Potato Fries
- Garlic Roasted Potatoes
- Baked Potato Chips
PICNIC SIDES:
- Light Pasta Salad
- Three-Bean Salad
- Pickle Spears
- Fresh Fruit Salad
TIPS:
- We won’t overcook the chicken in order to keep it soft and juicy.
- Use a light BBQ sauce to lower the meal’s points and calories.
- Toast the buns for a few seconds to keep them crispy and firm underneath the chicken.
- Give the shredded chicken 15 minutes in the sauce to enhance the flavor.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the shredded chicken and buns in separate closed boxes, then store for four days.
FREEZER:
- Keep the cooked shredded chicken for three months in the freezer.
FAQs:
Will brown sugar be left out of this recipe?
- Yes, you can omit it or replace it with a calorie-free brown sugar.
Is it possible to substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts?
- Chicken thighs function flawlessly, so you can add them, however the values are a little different.
How can we lighten the sandwiches?
- Depending on your preferences, you can use lighter buns and a dressing with less fat.
Are veggies a healthy addition to buns with shredded chicken?
- Yes, you can make the ideal supper using sliced cabbage, pickles, onions, or coleslaw.
Can I make the chicken beforehand?
- Yes, you can shred the cooked chicken and keep it chilled until you’re ready to serve.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 330 kcal
Net carbs: 38 g
Iron: 2 mg
Total carbs: 42 g
Vitamin A: 180 IU
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 85 mg
Protein: 35 g
Sodium: 850 mg
Potassium: 520 mg
Weight Watchers Points: 7 Points