A delightful twist on a classic, these savory pulled chicken sandwiches are perfect for any gathering.
Chop the celery, onion, garlic, and green pepper into small pieces.
Uniformly chopping the vegetables ensures even cooking and better flavor distribution.
Place the chopped vegetables and chicken breasts into the crockpot.
Layer the vegetables at the bottom to prevent the chicken from sticking.
In a bowl, mix the ketchup, water, brown sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, pepper, and salt.
Mix thoroughly to ensure the sugar dissolves completely for a smooth sauce.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the crockpot.
Ensure the chicken is well coated with the sauce for maximum flavor.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain a consistent temperature.
Shred the chicken using two forks and mix it with the sauce.
Shredding the chicken directly in the crockpot allows it to absorb more flavor.
Serve the pulled chicken on buns or rolls of your choice.
Toast the buns lightly for added texture and to prevent them from becoming soggy.