Low Sodium Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Savor the deliciously tender and guilt-free flavors of this Low Sodium Pulled Chicken Sandwich, a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, the chicken is slow-cooked in low sodium broth until it easily shreds with a fork. A tangy yet subtly sweet homemade sauce made with apple cider vinegar, honey, and no-salt-added tomato paste takes this sandwich to the next level. Served on wholesome whole wheat buns and topped with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this recipe offers a balanced, low-sodium meal that’s ideal for lunch or dinner. With minimal prep and a hands-off cooking process, this dish is as convenient as it is nutritious, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a flavorful, heart-conscious alternative.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste (no salt added)
- 6 Whole wheat hamburger buns
- 6 Lettuce leaves
- 12 Tomato slices
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
In a medium bowl, mix the low sodium chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts.
Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, and tomato paste. Stir until well blended and warm.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Pour the tomato paste mixture over the chicken, stirring to combine. Let it cook on low for an additional 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
To serve, place some of the pulled chicken on the bottom half of a whole wheat bun and top with lettuce leaf and two slices of tomato.
Cover with the other half of the bun and serve immediately. Enjoy your low sodium pulled chicken sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 2601 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.0 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.4 g | ||
| Protein | 262.2 g | 524% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 776 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 3727 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
