A shredded chicken sandwiches recipe that is made in the crockpot with stovetop stuffing and Ritz crackers. This classic Ohio shredded chicken sandwich recipe feeds a crowd!
Are crockpot hot shredded chicken sandwiches a Northern thing? I’m not really sure about that. What I do know is that I grew up loving them. They are served at most pot luck functions. You’ll find them at most concession stands or ice cream stands in the summer. They’re super easy to make and delicious.
Have you ever tried them?
While shredded chicken sandwiches are a “go-to” type of big family function dinner idea around here, they can lack flavor if you’re not careful with which recipe you dive into. That’s why I wanted to share with you the recipe my mom uses. You can have it in the crockpot in about six minutes. And in four hours dinner is ready for a crowd! Serve it over your favorite sandwich buns and add pickle if you like.
Shredded Chicken Sandwiches Ingredients
- 50 oz can of boneless chicken, drained
- (2) 12 oz can of white chicken breast, drained
- 1 can of cream of chicken soup
- 2 sleeves of Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1 heaping tsp of chicken bouillon dissolved in 1/4 cup of water (This Bouillon is the BEST!)
- 1/4 cup of Stovetop stuffing, dry mix (You do not need to max the stuffing.)
When it comes to the large can of boneless chicken, I buy the “boned chicken”. It’s cheaper than the all white meat. It looks like a bit of a mess in the can, but since these are shredded, it doesn’t really matter. If you prefer all white meat, go for it. It will just be a bit pricier.
Line a crockpot with a slow cooker liner for easy clean up. Add all the ingredients. (Make sure you’ve really drained the cans of chicken well!)
Give it a good stir. It’s okay if you have some chunks of Ritz crackers in there. They will dissolve as it cooks down. Put on high for one hour, and then low for three more hours. (You can also let it go all day on low.)
Once done, it’s ready to serve on buns. This crockpot full will make about 15 to 25 sandwiches depending on how full you make them. If you like your shredded chicken a bit runny like I do it’s perfect. If you like it more dry you can add more Ritz crackers and Stove Top to your liking.
This recipe is perfect for a potluck. This is the crockpot I use to avoid spills.
The next day you’ll have delicious shredded chicken sandwich leftovers! That is, if you have any left over. Enjoy!
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Crockpot Shredded Chicken Sandwiches
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Prep Time: 6 mins - Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 6 minutes
- Yield: 25
- Category: dinner
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Shredded chicken sandwiches made in the crockpot using stovetop stuffing and Ritz crackers. This shredded chicken sandwich recipe feeds a crowd!
Ingredients
- 50 oz can of boneless chicken, drained
- (2) 12 oz cans of white chicken breast, drained
- 1 can of cream of chicken
- 2 sleeves of Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1 heaping tsp of chicken bouillon paste dissolved in 1/4 cup of hot water
- 1/4 cup Stove Top stuffing, dry mix
Instructions
- Line your crockpot with a slow cooker liner.
- Add all ingredients and stir until well incorporated.
- Cook on high for one hour. Continue cooking on low for at least 3 more hours.
- Serve hot on buns.
Notes
The stove top you need for this recipe is straight out of the box. Do not make it on the stovetop and then add it to the shredded chicken recipe. Instead, just measure out 1/4 cup of the dry stuffing mix.
This makes approximately 25 sandwiches with a little more than 3 ounces of chicken per sandwich. Larger or smaller buns will adjust the number of sandwiches that this recipe produces.
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Hi, I am a bit confused about the two different types of canned chicken…
50 oz can of boneless chicken, drained
(2) 12 oz cans of white chicken breast, drained
Is there a difference between these two? Thanks!
The 50 oz can is a mixture of white meat and dark meat chicken. The 12 oz cans are the white chicken breast. I like a mixture of white and dark but mostly white meat. The dark gives it more flavor and moisture but the white has a better texture in my opinion. The sizes listed are what I’m able to find at my grocery store in each. However, as long as you have the correct ounces total of chicken you can mix white and dark how you prefer.
It says add 1 can of cream of chicken soup, and the can says add 1 can of water to the soup, do I add 1 can of water or just the can of soup?
Hi! You’ll add one can of cream of chicken. The only water is the additional 1/4 cup of hot water to dissolve the chicken bouillon.
You need both 50oz. Plus 2 12th to make this shredded chicken
Sounds delish!! How many boneless chicken breasts would I need to use in place of the canned chicken?
How much does this make? It indicates 15 sandwiches at one place, but the nutrition facts indicate 30. How full is the 6 quart crock pot when you make it? Would a 7 quart hold 1 1/2 batches?
Hi! Sorry for the confusion! This makes 25 sandwiches that have about 3 ounces of shredded chicken each. Of course a larger bun or smaller bun, might alter that if you add more or less. The process photos show a six quart crockpot to give you an idea of how full it is. There is a bit of room, but it might be challenging to stir. It does cook down, so you may want to stir it all in a large bowl and then add it to the crockpot. If you use a 7 quart and make 1.5 batches, you’ll need to alter the cook time to make sure it’s fully heated through. It may be easier to use two crockpots at once to make a larger batch.
Thanks so much for the clarification.
Just a really good easy recipe that delivers max flavor and a total crowd pleaser is simply the best! This hits all the notes!
I love shredded chicken sandwiches! There’s so much versatility and your version looks so delicious! Well done Lynette!
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Wow, this sandwich is calling my name! I love easy crock pot recipes to make during a busy weeknight, especially since we always have leftovers which saves me from having to cook the next day! I want to try this next!
It’s a great meal to freeze as well! Freeze the leftover chicken to heat up and use on another busy night.
I’m all about easy recipes like this one for weeknight dinners! And my family would love it. Yum!
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This looks delicious! Is there a way to use boneless chicken breasts rather than canned chicken?
This looks like the perfect potluck recipe! My family would love these chicken sandwiches! Perfect flavor…thanks for sharing this!
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I have never seen this before so maybe it IS a Northern thing. I grew up in California. This is so interesting, saving this to try. I think my daughter will love this and hubby too, thanks for sharing this.
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I haven’t made chicken like this in the crockpot. I bet the sandwiches are delicious. It would be great meal for a busy day. It would be super if you served it for a casual party.
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You had me at Stovetop stuffing and Ritz crackers! Such a flavorful dish! Pinning for later!
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I love my crockpot and am always looking for easy recipes to make busy days a breeze. This sounds so delicous. Saving it for later.
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I used to have chicken sandwiches that were so similar to these! I used to LOVE them! I haven’t had it in quite a while so I can’t wait to try your recipe!
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I bet the ritz crackers add such a buttery rich flavor here. I want to take a big bite of this sandwich. YUM
Slow cooker meals are just the BEST! I need to come up with a go-to slow cooker meal list for our busy nights. Thanks for the inspiration!
Can’t wait to make this shredded chicken sandwich recipe this spring when we entertain! One of my favorites to feed a crowd.
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Do you make the stove top stuffing first or just put 1/4 cup of the mix in the crockpot ? Thanks !
Hi LuAnn, you just add the stove top to the crockpot. No need to make it ahead! The juices from the chicken soak into the stove top. Enjoy!