I'm not sure about you, but there's just something about Southern food that makes my taste buds water. Creamy and delicious this Instant Pot Chicken With Alabama White Sauce is my go-to southern comfort food.
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Why This Recipe Works
The idea of barbecue and white sauce doesn't seem to match, but it is often called a barbecue sauce to those in Alabama. You will love this recipe for an easy and unique spin on classic sliders.
- Unique Taste: Alabama White Sauce adds a tangy, creamy twist to traditional chicken sliders.
- Effortless Preparation: The Instant Pot significantly cuts down cooking and prep time.
- Perfect for Parties: These sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
📋 Ingredients
- Raw Chicken Breasts: Ideal for shredding and providing lean protein to the sliders.
- Broth: Infuses the chicken with extra flavor and moisture, ensuring your meat is juicy and flavorful.
- Worcestershire Sauce: Enhances the flavor profile of the dish, contributing sweet, sour, and salty notes.
- Mayonnaise: Adds richness to the Alabama white BBQ sauce and helps to create its thick, creamy texture.
- Buttermilk: Contribute to the unique taste and texture of the Alabama white sauce.
- Horseradish: Brings a fiery kick to the sauce, elevating its flavor and adding an exciting heat to the sliders.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Lemon Juice/ Apple Cider Vinegar: Adding lemon juice or apple cider vingar to the Alabama White Sauce gives it a bright, tangy kick that balances the creamy base.
- Prepared Horseradish: Adding horseradish to the Alabama white barbecue sauce makes it a bit spicy and more flavorful. Mix it in right before you're done making the sauce, and add as much as you like depending on how spicy you want it.
- Chicken Thighs: Using chicken thighs instead of breasts in the Chicken With Alabama White Sauce recipe will add more juiciness and deeper flavor to the dish.
- Leftover Grilled Chicken: Using grilled smoked chicken in slider buns Alabama white barbecue sauce enhances the dish's smoky flavor due to the BBQ chicken rub used in it, adding a depth that complements the tangy sauce.
🔪How to Make Instant Pot Chicken With Alabama White Sauce
- Step 1: First, add the large boneless chicken breasts and broth to the inner pot. Then, place the lid on the Instant Pot, seal, and pressure cook for 20 minutes, followed by a quick release of pressure.
- Step 2: Next, drain the juice from the pot and shred the chicken. The chicken should shred easily.
- Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk all the rest of the ingredients together for the sauce. You can place the Alabama white barbecue sauce in the fridge until you are ready to use it.
- Step 4: Place chicken on the slider bun and pour the Alabama white sauce over the top, covering with the top slider bun. Enjoy
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Make the Sauce While the Chicken Cooks. To save time, go ahead and make the sauce while your chicken is in the Instant Pot.
- Whisk Sauce Well. You don't want any lumps in your sauce so make sure you whisk it really well.
- Mix Chicken and Sauce. Instead of topping the chicken with the sauce, I have found that it's more flavorful when the sauce is mixed in with the shredded chicken.
💭 FAQs
Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months for best quality.
Shredded rotisserie chicken is a popular choice due to its tenderness and flavor. It's convenient and saves time. Alternatively, you can cook and shred boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs seasoned to your preference
Soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls are often preferred for their flavor and size. Their slight sweetness complements savory fillings well. However, any soft dinner roll or mini bun will work based on your taste.
Yes, you can assemble the sliders ahead of time, cover them tightly, and refrigerate until ready to bake. This makes them a convenient option for parties or weeknight dinners
Buffalo Chicken Sliders: Combine shredded chicken with Buffalo sauce and top with blue cheese or ranch dressing.
BBQ Chicken Sliders: Mix chicken with your favorite barbecue sauce and add coleslaw for crunch.
Serving Suggestions
Pair Instant Pot chicken sliders with these sides:
- Coleslaw: A crunchy blend of cabbage and carrots tossed in creamy mayo-based dressing.
- Artichoke Dipping Sauce: Pair your Instant Pot Chicken with Alabama White Sauce with a tasty artichoke dipping sauce. It's a creamy mix that makes your meal even more delicious!
- Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese: Creamy, cheesy goodness that pairs well with any barbecue-style dish.
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Instant Pot Chicken With Alabama White Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Water or chicken broth
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Spicy Brown Mustard
- 2 teaspoons Raw Horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 5 Slider Buns
Instructions
- First, add the large boneless chicken breasts and broth to the inner pot. Then, place the lid on the Instant Pot, turn the valve to the “sealing” position, press “pressure cook” or “manual,” and set the time for 20 minutes.
- Then, flip the valve to the “venting” position to release the pressure. Next, drain the juice from the pot and shred the chicken. The chicken should shred easily.
- In a medium bowl, whisk all the rest of the ingredients together for the sauce. You can place the Alabama white barbecue sauce in the fridge until you are ready to use it.
- Place chicken on the slider bun and pour the Alabama white sauce over the top, covering with the top slider bun.
I've not tried alabama white sauce before. That sounds like it has plenty of flavour.
I've not tried alabama white sauce before. That sounds like it has plenty of flavour.
Pressure cooked chicken is great, it makes it more tender and the sauce sounds so delicious too.
Pressure cooked chicken is great, it makes it more tender and the sauce sounds so delicious too.
I cannot wait to try these Alabama Chicken Sliders. They look so good!
I cannot wait to try these Alabama Chicken Sliders. They look so good!
I love the simplicity of its looks. I'm sure it's scrumptious.
I love the simplicity of its looks. I'm sure it's scrumptious.
This is something my family would definitely enjoy. That sauce sounds so good.
This is something my family would definitely enjoy. That sauce sounds so good.
This seems like it packed with lots of flavor. I will like to try this as a wrap filling too
This seems like it packed with lots of flavor. I will like to try this as a wrap filling too
We love making sliders at home, so we'll definitely try this easy recipe. I like that you can make it easily with an Instant Pot.
We love making sliders at home, so we'll definitely try this easy recipe. I like that you can make it easily with an Instant Pot.
I heard about Alabama white sauce for the first time a few weeks ago. I think my son will enjoy making this recipe!
I heard about Alabama white sauce for the first time a few weeks ago. I think my son will enjoy making this recipe!