Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

Where did Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwiches come from?

From what I understand, shredded chicken sandwiches are a very regional dish. Some in Ohio have never heard of them, but others eat them at every potluck. They are popular at local diners and restaurants that serve lunch sandwiches. And there are countless ways to make them! This shredded chicken recipe in the crockpot is our favorite, but I’ll share all variations so you can make these exactly how your family likes.

How to Make Shredded Chicken Sandwiches

• Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the condensed soup overtop.
• Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until the chicken is shreddable.
• Shred the chicken, then add the stuffing mix.
• Mix well, cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the bread crumbs are moistened.

Recipe Variations

• Use ritz crackers in place of the stuffing mix. You’ll get a slightly different, more simple flavor since the Ritz crackers are not seasoned.
• Use cream of mushroom soup in place of cream of chicken soup.
• If you’d like the mixture thinner, add a little bit of chicken broth until it is the consistency you’d like.
• Some even use potato chips instead of stuffing! They help to thicken the mixture, add texture and flavor.
• Some make this recipe even quicker by using canned chicken. If you do this, just heat the mixture through on the stovetop or in the microwave…you don’t have to wait for the chicken to cook!
• Add minced onion for more flavor.
• Add some shredded cheese if you’d like…or add a slice of cheese when you are making the sandwich. We like swiss!
• Make this low sodium by using a low sodium soup and stuffing package.
• Add a little bit of poultry seasoning for more flavor….it will taste like Thanksgiving in a sandwich!
• Serve over rice or mashed potatoes instead of on a bun.

Storage Instructions

Store the chicken in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. This shredded chicken freezes well in a freezer safe container for up to 6 weeks.