Description

Experience a mouthwatering twist on the classic burger with this Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Slaw Burger recipe. Juicy chicken breasts are slow-cooked in spicy buffalo sauce to tender perfection, topped with melted mozzarella cheese and a crunchy, tangy blue cheese slaw, all nestled in a soft potato bun. This make-ahead, flavorful meal combines bold buffalo spice with creamy blue cheese for an irresistible combination that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

2-3 chicken breasts (1.5-2 pounds)
1 cup buffalo sauce (we prefer Sweet Baby Ray’s)

Toppings

6 slices mozzarella cheese
6 cups coleslaw (pre-made works great!)
1 recipe blue cheese dressing

Buns

6 potato hamburger buns

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker and pour the buffalo sauce evenly over the top. Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix with the buffalo sauce to ensure all the meat is well coated and flavorful.
Melt the Cheese: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the shredded buffalo chicken on a baking sheet or oven-safe dish and cover evenly with mozzarella slices. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Prepare the Slaw: In a bowl, toss the coleslaw with the blue cheese dressing to combine thoroughly, ensuring every bite has that creamy and tangy flavor.
Assemble the Burgers: Lightly toast the potato buns if desired. Place a hearty scoop of the cheesy buffalo chicken on the bottom bun, top with a generous portion of the blue cheese slaw, then finish with the top bun.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the delicious combination of spicy, creamy, and crunchy textures in every bite.

Notes

This recipe makes a great ahead-of-time weeknight meal, easy to prepare with minimal effort.
For extra spice, add a dash of hot sauce to the buffalo sauce before cooking.
Pre-made coleslaw works well but ensure it is fresh and crisp for the best texture.
Leftover buffalo chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger
Calories: 550 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 1100 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 40 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg