PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES

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I was raised as a southern girl, with the love of barbecue built into my DNA. This slow-cooker recipe allows me to enjoy the flavors I grew up eating, while still following a healthy diet. -Heidi Mulholland, Cumming, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix the first 11 ingredients. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over top., Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred meat with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve on buns. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 698mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges