Pulled Chicken Sandwiches with Slaw

Preparation

1. Slaw

   Step 1

   Whisk vinegar, mayonnaise, cilantro, honey, and celery seed in a large bowl. Add cabbage and toss to coat. Cover and chill.

2. Chicken and assembly

   Step 2

   Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook, stirring often, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Whisk in chipotle chile, bay leaf, barbecue sauce, vinegar, and ½ cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is slightly reduced, 15–20 minutes.

   Step 3

   Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until deeply browned, 5–7 minutes. Turn chicken, add ¼ cup water to skillet, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium, cover skillet, and cook until cooked through, 8–10 minutes. Let cool, then shred with 2 forks. Add chicken to barbecue sauce and toss to coat.

   Step 4

   Fill rolls with chicken and slaw.