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Kickin’ BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

Kickin’ BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

with Pickled Jalapeño, Smoky Slaw & Potato Wedges

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on October 28, 2024
4.3
(12.1K)Review Summary

It’s tough to resist the saucy, tender texture and tangy flavor of BBQ pulled chicken. Here, it stars in sandwiches that come together in just 30 minutes. While you roast a side of potato wedges, you’ll pickle your jalapeño, mix your slaw, and warm your chicken with zesty Southwest spices. Pile it all onto toasted potato buns and serve with smoky red pepper crema for dipping, then dig into sandwich bliss.

Tags:
Lightning Prep
Spicy
Allergens:
Milk
Soy
Eggs
Wheat

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time30 minutes
Prep Time5 minutes
DifficultyEasy
serving amount

12 ounce

Yukon Gold Potatoes

1 unit

Lime

1 unit

Jalapeño

1 tablespoon

Southwest Spice Blend

4 ounce

Coleslaw Mix

4 tablespoon

Smoky Red Pepper Crema

(Contains: Milk, Soy)

2 unit

Potato Buns

(Contains: Milk, Soy, Eggs, Wheat)

10 ounce

BBQ Pulled Chicken

Not included in your delivery

2 teaspoon

Vegetable Oil

¼ teaspoon

Sugar

Salt

Pepper

/ per serving
Energy (kJ)3138 kJ
Calories750 kcal
Fat19 g
Saturated Fat8 g
Carbohydrate116 g
Sugar43 g
Dietary Fiber8 g
Protein30 g
Cholesterol95 mg
Sodium1160 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Baking Sheet
Medium Bowl
Small Bowl
Medium Pan

Cooking Steps

Prep
1

• Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Wash and dry all produce. • Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Quarter lime. Thinly slice jalapeño into rounds, removing ribs and seeds if you prefer less heat.

Roast Potatoes
2

• Toss potatoes on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, 1 tsp Southwest Spice (2 tsp for 4 servings), salt, and pepper. (You’ll use the remaining Southwest Spice later.) • Roast on top rack until golden brown and crispy, 20-25 minutes.

Pickle Jalapeno & Mix Slaw
3

• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine jalapeño, juice from half the lime, ¼ tsp sugar, and a pinch of salt. • In a medium bowl, combine coleslaw mix, half the smoky red pepper crema (save the rest for serving), and as much remaining lime juice as you like. Season with salt and pepper.

Toast Buns
4

• When potatoes have about 5 minutes remaining, halve buns. • Toast in oven (use a second baking sheet or place directly on oven rack) until golden, 3-5 minutes. TIP: Brush cut sides with melted butter first for extra richness.

Warm Chicken
5

• While buns toast, heat a drizzle of oil in a medium pan over medium heat (use a large pan for 4 servings). Add remaining Southwest Spice and stir until fragrant, 30 seconds. • Stir in BBQ pulled chicken* and as much pickling liquid from jalapeño as you like. (TIP: Careful, it can be spicy!) Stir until warmed through, 2-3 minutes.

Serve
6

• Fill buns with BBQ pulled chicken, slaw, and as much pickled jalapeño as you like (draining first if necessary). Divide between plates and serve with potato wedges, any remaining slaw, and remaining smoky red pepper crema on the side.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Dec 2025
  • Flavor: Many loved the combination of sweet BBQ chicken, tangy slaw, and spicy jalapeños; some found the sauce too sweet 🍗
  • Ease of prep: Customers appreciated how quick and easy this meal was to prepare, with pre-cooked chicken saving time
  • Suggestions: Consider toasting the buns, adding extra sauce on the side, and cooking potato wedges longer for crispiness
  • Portions: Some wanted larger buns or more chicken to make heartier sandwiches; others found the meal filling
  • Slaw: While many enjoyed the slaw, some found it dry; try adding extra crema or a touch of vinegar for moisture
AI-generated from customer reviews

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