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Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwich

Creamy Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwich for Cozy Gatherings

Experience the comforting flavors of an Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwich, perfect for gatherings and cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Thickening Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Can substitute with rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey.
  • 1 can Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup Variations include cream of mushroom or cream of celery.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Opt for low-sodium if monitoring salt intake.
For Thickening
  • 1 cup Crushed Ritz Butter Crackers Alternatives include crushed potato chips or dried stuffing mix.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Omit if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use according to personal preference.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Slow Cooker
  • Stovetop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breast into the Instant Pot, add chicken stock and cream of chicken soup. Seal and cook on manual for 10 minutes. For slow cooker, add ingredients, cover, and cook on low for 4 hours.
  2. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, release steam from the Instant Pot or remove the lid from the slow cooker. Shred the chicken using two forks or tongs in the pot.
  3. Combine the Mixture: Add crushed Ritz butter crackers, dried parsley, garlic powder, black pepper, and kosher salt to the shredded chicken. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Let It Thicken: For the Instant Pot, let the mixture sit for 20 minutes with the lid off. For slow cooker, cover and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Serve on Buns: Scoop a portion of the creamy mixture onto soft sandwich buns. Add toppings like cheese or sautéed veggies if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This dish can be made a day in advance and reheated before serving to enjoy creamy goodness.

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