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Pulled Chicken Sandwich

Recipe by Lynn van de Vorst on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 1 hour 40 minutes to cook. This pulled chicken sandwich delivers a smoky, savory punch with a hint of heat from chili flakes and sriracha. Tender chicken, enriched by a tomato‑based sauce and a touch of sweetness, sits atop fresh buns and is finished with creamy sour cream, sharp cheddar, and fresh jalapeños. It’s a quick, crowd‑pleasing dinner that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly easy to prepare.

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Pulled Chicken Sandwich by Lynn van de Vorst, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Season the chicken thighs with pepper and salt.

  2. Heat sunflower oil in a skillet and brown the chicken on both sides until golden.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken is golden on both sides. Brown it in a single layer where possible.

  3. Remove the chicken and add paprika powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chili flakes, and tomato paste; stir well.

  4. Add flour and cook for 2–3 minutes until it sizzles.

  5. Pour in the chicken broth, whisking to create a smooth sauce; add sugar and Worcestershire sauce and stir.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sauce looks smooth after whisking. Whisk as you pour to reduce lumps.

  6. Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer on low heat for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pan.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken is tender enough to pull apart. Scrape the pan bottom as it simmers.

  7. Serve the pulled chicken on buns topped with sour cream, sriracha, cheddar, jalapeños, and coriander.

Tips while you cook

Brown the chicken first
Season and brown the chicken thighs in sunflower oil before adding the spices.
Cook the flour briefly
Add flour and cook for 2–3 minutes until it sizzles before pouring in the broth.
Simmer covered on low heat
Return the chicken, cover the pan, and simmer on low for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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