These Sweet and Saucy BBQ Smoked Chicken Sandwiches combine tender, juicy smoked chicken with a sticky-sweet barbecue glaze, piled onto soft buns with crisp toppings. Perfect for a casual get-together or a hearty dinner, these sandwiches deliver a smoky, sweet, and tangy flavor punch in every bite.
Sweet and Saucy BBQ Smoked Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
Blackbeard - The CaptainShare
Cooking the Sandwiches
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Category
BBQ
Cuisine
BBQ
Servings
4
Cook Time
30 minutes
These sandwiches are sweet, smoky, and full of flavor—perfect for a BBQ party or any time you’re craving a comforting, hearty meal!
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard (optional, for coating the chicken)
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Blackbeard’s Spice - Small Batch X
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1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a kick)
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Soft hamburger buns or brioche buns
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Sliced pickles
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Fresh coleslaw (optional)
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Fresh lettuce
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Sliced onion
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Sliced avocado (optional)
For the Chicken
Dry Rub
Sweet and Saucy BBQ Glaze
For the Sandwiches
Directions
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Preheat your smoker or grill to 225°F (107°C) for indirect cooking.
In a small bowl, mix together the dry rub ingredients.
Rub the chicken with olive oil or a thin layer of mustard (this helps the rub stick better).
Generously coat the chicken breasts or thighs with the Blackbeard’s Spice - Small Batch X dry rub on all sides, pressing it into the meat.
Smoke the Chicken:
Place the seasoned chicken on the smoker or grill, away from direct heat.
Close the lid and smoke the chicken for about 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Check occasionally to ensure the wood chips are still smoking, and replenish as needed.
Prepare the Sweet and Saucy BBQ Glaze:
While the chicken is smoking, make the glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the barbecue sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Simmer the sauce for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together. Remove from heat and set aside.
Glaze the Chicken:
Once the chicken has reached 165°F (74°C), remove it from the smoker and brush it generously with the sweet BBQ glaze.
Return the chicken to the smoker or grill and cook for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and get sticky.
Assemble the Sandwiches:
Lightly toast the buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes.
Place a piece of smoked chicken on the bottom half of each bun.
Top with your favorite toppings such as sliced pickles, fresh coleslaw, lettuce leaves, sliced red onion, or avocado.
Drizzle a little extra BBQ sauce over the chicken, then place the top half of the bun on the sandwich.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the sweet and saucy BBQ smoked chicken sandwiches immediately, with extra sauce on the side for dipping.