Shredded Chicken Sandwiches with Pesto Mayonnaise

Shredded Chicken Sandwiches with Pesto Mayonnaise

Chicken thighs are slow cooked with red bell pepper and garlic, then shredded and served with pesto mayonnaise on a hoagie roll.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 10 mins
Yield:
6 sandwiches
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 8 (6 ounce) chicken thighs
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons bottled minced garlic
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon pesto
  • 6 (6 inch) hoagie rolls, split lengthwise
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced

Directions

Step 1
Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker. Add roasted red peppers and garlic.

Step 2
Cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 8 hours.

Step 3
While the chicken is cooking, mix mayonnaise and pesto in a small bowl. Store in the refrigerator.

Step 4
Shred chicken with 2 forks. Use a slotted spoon to put chicken and pepper mixture onto hoagie rolls.

Step 5
Serve with pesto mayonnaise and sliced tomatoes.

Cook’s Note:

You can use fresh or frozen, thawed chicken thighs.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

690
Calories
35g
Fat
45g
Carbs
46g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 690
% Daily Value *
Total Fat35g 45%
Saturated Fat8g 38%
Cholesterol144mg 48%
Sodium866mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate45g 16%
Dietary Fiber4g 13%
Total Sugars6g
Protein46g
Vitamin C39mg 196%
Calcium153mg 12%
Iron5mg 29%
Potassium537mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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