Crock Pot Shredded Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
3 lbs
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Calories
525 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken
Description
The Crock Pot Shredded Chicken recipe involves placing chicken breasts in a slow cooker along with chicken broth, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cooking on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours gently cooks the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and shreds easily with forks. The seasoning is simple, allowing the natural chicken flavor to come through while adding a subtle background taste. The slow cooking process keeps the chicken juicy and tender.
After cooking, the chicken is removed from the crockpot and finely shredded using two forks, creating a texture ideal for use in many preparations such as salads, sandwiches, or casseroles. The recipe’s straightforward seasoning and cooking method make it flexible to pair with different sauces or additional spices.
As noted, frozen chicken should be thawed before cooking in the slow cooker for safety. The shredded chicken keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and can be frozen for several months, making this recipe practical for meal prep and batch cooking.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the basin of your slow-cooker.
- Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Chicken is finished when internal temperature has reached 165F (75C) and it can easily be shredded with a pair of forks. Remove chicken from crockpot and use two forks to easily pull apart and shred chicken.
Notes
- Thaw frozen chicken breasts fully before cooking in the slow cooker to ensure even and safe cooking.
- Cook chicken on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours until it can be easily shredded.
- Store cooked shredded chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3lbs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 525 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup shredded chicken | |
| Calories | 525kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 97g | 194% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 290mg | 97% |
| Sodium | 1395mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 1741mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 136IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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