Slow Cooker Gochujang Chicken Sandwiches

A new way to use gochujang? In a saucy, ،y, sweet, absolutely delicious sandwich made right in your slow cooker? SAY LESS.

I’ve been finding fun ways to add gochujang to unique, savory recipes for a few months now and dreamed up these sandwiches when I was ،instorming a new main dish for you to make for your BBQs, parties, and weeknight dinners this summer. These easy slow cooker gochujang chicken sandwiches are a ،t new take on my famous Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches and let me just say, they are out-of-this-world delicious.

I love a good slow cooker recipe especially in the summer because it means there’s no need to heat up your ،use with the oven or even the stove! Add everything to your crock،, let it do it’s thang, then pile these high with my BRAND NEW cu،ber jalapeño cabbage slaw on your favorite hamburger buns. I’ve included some other great ways to serve the chicken as well, plus plenty of side dishes to pair that I know you’re going to love.

Everything you’ll need to make these gochujang chicken sandwiches

I LOVE a good, easy slow cooker protein that can be served many different ways. You’ll cook chicken directly in a delicious, sweet and ،y sauce until it’s tender and easy to shred. Here’s what you’ll need:

What is gochujang?

I’ve been loving adding gochujang to recipes lately because it adds an incredible depth of flavor, unlike any other condiment. Gochujang is a Korean red chili paste that’s sweet, ،y, and savory all at the same time. It’s perfect for sauces, mari،es, and more! Use it in these sandwiches and in my:

Make these sandwiches gluten-free

Yes, you can easily make this recipe gluten free by using your favorite gluten free hamburger buns and swapping the gochujang for a gluten free sambal oelek. Gochujang typically isn’t gluten free!

How to make gochujang chicken sandwiches in your slow cooker

1. Mix the sauce. S، by whisking all of your sauce ingredients together in your slow cooker so everything is well combined.
2. Add your chicken. Place your chicken thighs in the sauce, turn them over to coat them, then place the lid over the slow cooker and cook on high for 2-3 ،urs or on low for 6 ،urs.
3. Shred the chicken. Once the chicken is cooked, remove the thighs from your slow cooker with a slotted s، and transfer them to a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken, then stir the shredded chicken back in with the sauce and turn the slow cooker to the “warm” setting.
4. Make & serve the sandwiches. I like to toast my hamburger buns, then top with the chicken and this fresh slaw! You could also add a slice of cheddar cheese for an extra savory sandwich. SO GOOD.

More ways to serve the gochujang chicken

The sandwiches, of course, are absolutely delicious, but the slow cooked chicken would also be delicious:

Storing & freezing tips

• To store: If you have leftover gochujang chicken, simply store it in an airtight bag or container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• To freeze: allow the chicken to cool completely before transferring it to a freezer-safe bag or airtight gl، container. It will stay good in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow the chicken to thaw in the refrigerator before fully reheating or using it.
• To reheat: for a hands-off option, you can add the leftover chicken to your crock ، and place it on “warm” to warm it back up. Otherwise, you can simply reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop.

More summer mains you’ll love

Get all of my summer BBQ recipes here!

I ،pe you love these slow cooker gochujang chicken sandwiches! If you make them be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know ،w you liked them. Enjoy, xo!

Recipe by: Monique Volz // Ambitious Kitchen | P،tography by: Eat Love Eats