This crockpot buffalo chicken recipe is one of the most popular recipes on my site! It's delicious, easy to make, and makes your house smell amazing! If you're looking for healthy crockpot recipes, it doesn't get much better than this healthy buffalo chicken sandwich recipe. This is a classic slow cooker sandwich with all Buffalo's flavors without the mess and fuss. It's made with boneless skinless chicken breast, carrots, celery, onion, and your favorite buffalo sauce.
Preheat crockpot
Preheating the crock before adding ingredients or cooking for the first hour at its maximum ensures a quick start to heat and reduces the amount of time that food is in the risk zone at temperature. This is suggested in a slow cooker for cooking meat or poultry. Preheating the crockpot also helps maintain a more uniform cooking temperature. Preheat to low heat on a set of about 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes before adding ingredients or turning it on high.
When you're shopping and not sure if your food is cooked thoroughly, we recommend using an instant-read thermometer like this one.
This will ensure that all meat has reached its safe internal temperature as specified by USDA guidelines without overcooking any meat in the process, leading to a tough dried-out texture. This handy kitchen tool ensures perfect results every time!
Get the out and start cooking.
Although a slow cooker may theoretically stop and restart, it's not suggested since it enables the food to linger at room temperature, particularly meat or milk. This generates conditions in which germs grow, making you and anybody who consumes your food sick.
When your meal is complete, wrap the crockpot in layers of newspaper or plastic food wraps. Covering it tightly with a lid and sealing all openings will also keep any smells inside. Get out an insulated bag that can hold hot dishes, so they don't cool off too quickly during transport. Keep the temperature between 140 degrees F-160 degrees F while transporting foods by air, car, or train if possible.
Cook chicken in the crockpot with buffalo sauce and ranch
How long should the slow cooker cook the meat? Cook them at low temperature for an average size cut of your favorite. Check my article "Is Your Crock Pot Cooked?" if unsure about whether it's done yet or not!
What recipes can I use this blog post under? Recipes tagged as "Party Food" such as Buffalo Wings, Party Mixes, Appetizers; Recipes tagged as "Dinner" like Slow Cooker Stuffing Casserole; Recipes that have been categorized within two tags which include Dinner and Main.
Cook chicken breasts in the crockpot with buffalo sauce
No liquid must be added. Chickens have some solution added today, so they seldom require more fluids. The flesh is soft and virtually falls away from the bone after the cooking period.
Cooking a whole chicken in the crockpot is so easy, and with minimum work, it will lead to a great supper. No liquid must be added. Chickens have some solution added today, so they seldom require more fluids. The flesh is soft and virtually falls away from the bone after the cooking period. Cook until fork-tender for roughly four hours at low or two hours at high heat.
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Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
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- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 5 Minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 Serving 1x
Description
This crockpot buffalo chicken recipe is one of the most popular recipes on my site! It's delicious, easy to make and makes your house smell amazing!
Ingredients
- 3-4 large chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 (12oz) bottle of Frank's Buffalo Wing Sauce
- ½ packet ranch seasoning mix (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp butter
- hoagie rolls for serving
Instructions
- Spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place the chicken, buffalo sauce, and ranch seasoning mix in, and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or high for about 3 hours.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, use a couple of forks to shred the meat (I find it easiest to place the chicken on a cutting board to shred, and then put it back into the crockpot with the juices).
- Once shredded, add 2 tablespoon of butter to the crockpot and allow it to melt; stir to combine.
- That's it! I find it best served on hoagie rolls drizzled with a little ranch dressing. You can also serve with blue cheese crumbles or coleslaw.
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Easy Recipes
Summary: This is a recipe that will make your house smell like heaven. It's perfect for dinner parties or when you're feeling lazy and don't want to cook but still want something delicious on the table. And with only six ingredients (not counting salt and pepper), it couldn't be easier to throw together this crockpot buffalo chicken sandwich meal!
Reference - Chicken Sandwiches