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Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

Creamy Shredded Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 4 soft sandwich buns

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in oil over medium high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
  2. Lower heat to medium, add onion and a pinch of salt, and cook 5 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in broth, scrape up browned bits, and return chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F.
  4. Transfer chicken to a board and shred with two forks. Return to the pan, add cream cheese, mustard, and thyme. Stir over low heat 2 to 3 minutes until creamy.
  5. Lightly toast the buns, pile on the saucy chicken, and serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce thickens more than you like, stir in a tablespoon of warm broth or milk until it loosens. This filling also works beautifully spooned over biscuits or rice.