Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our versatile shredded barbecue chicken recipe, a delectable dish that can be paired with a variety of accompaniments. This recipe offers three distinct ways to savor this succulent chicken: nestled in fluffy tamale pancakes, atop crispy tostada shells, or nestled in a warm tortilla. Each variation promises a unique taste experience, catering to diverse preferences. The shredded barbecue chicken is the star of the show, boasting a smoky, tangy flavor that harmonizes perfectly with the accompaniments. Prepare to embark on a flavorful adventure with this versatile recipe that promises to satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more.
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SHREDDED BARBEQUE CHICKEN
This recipe is an adaptation to southern pulled pork sandwiches, but it's made with chicken instead. It is made with only a few ingredients in the slow cooker so you will be surprised just how good it tastes. I've been making this for years and EVERYONE loves it, I am always asked for the recipe. You will be amazed at how good this is so you have to try it.
Provided by PAMELA39
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Put chicken breasts in a slow cooker and top with onion and barbeque sauce.
- Cook on High for 4 hours. Shred chicken with 2 forks and continue cooking Low for 4 hours more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 608.7 mg, Sugar 14.4 g
TAMALE PANCAKES
A great way for Tex-Mex fans to start the day, or finish it. These are small and cook quickly. Serve 3 per person. Try spooning some meaty homemade chili on top.
Provided by belkathy
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 18 small pancakes, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat a griddle.
- Put cornmeal in a bowl, and add the boiling water.
- Stir well and allow to cool.
- Add the wet ingredients: milk, oil, and egg; stir.
- Sift in the dry ingredients: flour, cumin, salt, chili powder, baking powder.
- Add corn and olives; stir.
- Each pancake will be made from about 4 tablespoons of batter.
- Spoon onto the griddle and let cook, flipping once. Should be nice and golden brown on both sides.
- Top with your choice(s) from the tomato, cheddar, green onions, salsa and sour cream.
SHREDDED BARBECUE CHICKEN
Don't let the cooking time scare you. The three hours is for the chicken in the crockpot. And you can cook that the day before.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 3h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place chicken breast in the crockpot and cook on high about 3 hours.
- Stir together all the sauce ingredients.
- Add the shredded chicken and heat.
- Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.9, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 50.4, Sodium 1232, Carbohydrate 51.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 24.3, Protein 23.6
SHREDDED SESAME CHICKEN PANCAKES WITH SPICED PLUM SAUCE
Cook your roast chicken with honey and five-spice glaze then serve with a Chinese-style fruit sauce and pancakes
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 2h30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Sit the chicken in a roasting tin, drizzle with oil and rub all over with the five-spice and plenty of seasoning. Roast in the centre of the oven for 30 mins.
- Turn the oven down to 160C/140C fan/ gas 3 and cook for a further 1 hr 50 mins. Meanwhile, prepare the plum sauce. Put the plums, sugar, five-spice, cornflour and a good pinch of salt in a separate roasting tin. Toss everything together, then pour in the vinegar, mix again and set aside.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and increase the heat back to 200C/180C fan/ gas 6. Drizzle over the honey and sprinkle with sesame seeds, then return to the oven for 20 mins, with the plums on the shelf underneath. When the chicken is cooked, remove from the oven and cover with foil. Leave to rest for 20 mins before serving. Continue cooking the plums for 15 mins more, until they are soft and the sauce is thick and sticky.
- To serve, shred the chicken with forks and pile into warm Chinese pancakes or wraps with the warm plum sauce, and some shredded cucumber and spring onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
RED CHICKEN TAMALES (TAMALES ROJOS DE POLLO)
The masa for these Mexican red tamales is made with lard and chicken broth. They are stuffed with a filling of shredded chicken and a spicy red sauce with ancho and mulato chiles. [Recipe originally submitted to Allrecipes.com.mx]
Provided by ladoña
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 4h35m
Yield 35
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place corn husks in a bowl, cover with boiling water, and soak for a few hours. Drain, place on a work surface, and cover with a clean, damp towel.
- Place chicken in a pot, season with salt, and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain chicken and shred with 2 forks.
- Heat a griddle over medium heat and toast ancho and mulato chiles until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Place in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak until soft, about 25 minutes. Combine ancho and mulato chiles, garlic, cumin seeds, and about 1/2 cup of the soaking water in a blender; blend until a thick, smooth, mole-like sauce forms, adding more water if necessary.
- Heat 1 tablespoon lard in a saucepan over medium heat and add the sauce; cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Add shredded chicken and cook until flavors are combined and chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Place remaining lard in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Add masa harina, chicken broth, baking powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, and beat until all ingredients are well combined. Test if the masa is ready by dropping a small ball of masa into a glass of cold water; if it floats, it's ready, if not, keep working the dough a little longer.
- Select 1 wide corn husk. Spread about 2 tablespoons masa mixture onto the the corn husk, filling it up to 2 inches from the bottom and 1/4 inch from the top. Add 1 tablespoon of the chicken filling in the center of the masa mixture. Fold sides of husk together, one over the other. Fold the bottom of the husk over the seam of the 2 folded sides. Repeat with remaining husks.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add tamales with the open side up and cook until filling is heated through and separates from the husk, about 1 hour. Let tamales rest for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 228.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a good quality barbecue sauce.
- If you don't have a tamale pancake mix, you can use a cornbread mix instead.
- Be sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through, but not dry.
- If you like your chicken spicy, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder to the barbecue sauce.
- Serve the shredded barbecue chicken on tamale pancakes with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, baked beans, or macaroni and cheese.
Conclusion:
Shredded barbecue chicken on tamale pancakes is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it is also a great meal to make ahead of time. Simply cook the chicken and make the tamale pancakes ahead of time, and then assemble and bake the dish when you are ready to serve.
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