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If you are looking for the BEST BBQ chicken sandwich, you have found it. This recipe is healthy, delicious and tastes amazing. The spicy avocado sauce gives this sandwich a special twist that you are going to love.

Need a side dish? Try these Zucchini Chips. The perfect replacement for unhealthy potato chips.

BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Spicy Avocado Sauce

When it comes to BBQ chicken sandwiches, they are not known for being healthy. That doesn’t have to be the case. And just because it is healthy doesn’t mean it doesn’t taste amazing. This recipe is the perfect chicken sandwich for a simple dinner or a party. If you have an extra 15 minutes, I strongly suggest making my BBQ Sauce Recipe. It’s totally worth it!

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What Can I Serve with Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches?

There are a lot of side dishes that go great with Barbeque Chicken Sandwiches. Here are just a few ideas that I think you are going to love with this sandwich.

BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Spicy Avocado Sauce

Ingredients for Chicken Sandwich Recipe

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  • Boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Low-sugar BBQ sauce
  • Whole wheat buns

For the Spicy Jalapeño Avocado Spread

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  • Avocado
  • Jalapeño
  • Lime
  • Chili powder

Optional Toppings

  • Lettuce
  • Tomato
  • Thin-sliced provolone cheese

How to Make a BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Avocado Sauce

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Place the chicken in a large pot and fill it with water or chicken stock. Bring it to a boil over high heat.

Once boiling, reduce the heat cover and reduce to a simmer. Simmer the chicken for 10-15 minutes until the chicken reaches 165 degrees.

Using tongs, remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate. When it has cooled enough to touch, shred the chicken.

In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken and BBQ sauce. Coat the chicken evenly.

Then make the spicy Jalapeno Avocado Spread.

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Combine the ingredients together in a food processor and blend it smooth.

Make the sandwiches by placing a heaping 1/2 cup on each bottom bun. Spread the Avocado spread evenly  over the top bun and then put the top on the sandwich.

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BBQ Chicken Sandwiches with Spicy Avocado Spread

Created by: Brooke Farmer
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
4 servings
If you are looking for the BEST BBQ chicken sandwich, you have found it. This recipe is healthy, delicious and tastes amazing. The spicy avocado sauce gives this sandwich a special twist that you are going to love.

Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup low-sugar BBQ sauce
  • 4 whole wheat buns
  • For the Spicy Jalapeño Avocado Spread:
  • 1 avocado pitted
  • 1 small jalapeño seeded and diced (keep the seeds for more heat)
  • juice of ½ a lime about 1 tablespoon
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Optional*:

  • lettuce
  • tomato
  • thin-sliced provolone cheese

Instructions

  • Place the chicken in a pot large enough to hold it all, and fill the pot with enough water (or chicken stock) to cover the chicken by about 1-2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • When the water comes to a boil, cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the chicken for 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the breast reads 165 ℉.
  • Using tongs, remove the chicken and reserve on a plate. When it is cool enough to touch, shred it and set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken and BBQ sauce together, tossing with tongs to evenly coat.
  • To prepare the Spicy Jalapeño Avocado Spread: combine all of the ingredients together in a food processor and blend until smooth.
  • To assemble the sandwiches: place about a heaping ½ cup on each bottom bun and evenly spread the Jalapeño Avocado Spread on each top bun, then sandwich together.

Notes

SmartPoints: 10
*Optional ingredients not included in nutritional calculations

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