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How to Make Shredded Chicken (Shredded Chicken Recipe)

Learn how to make shredded chicken on the stove top or in the slow cooker or crockpot that is always moist and juicy, never fail, so easy to make!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 278 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds boneless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional Seasonings. Season your chicken with 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite blend, like Cajun seasoning, taco seasoning, chili powder, garlic, etc.
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

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  1. Toss the boneless chicken thighs (or breasts) with the olive oil and seasonings in a large bowl. Make sure to get them nice and coated.
  2. Heat a large pot to medium heat. I used my Dutch oven for this. Add the chicken thighs and sear them 2-3 minutes per side, stirring them up a bit as you go.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and reduce the heat to a simmer. Top the pot with the cover just slightly askew and cook low and slow for 15 minutes. You can also transfer to a slow cooker or crockpot and cook on LOW with the lid on for 1 hour. You can simmer longer if desired, but chicken breast may become dry. Chicken thighs can simmer longer, up to 3 hours (add more stock if needed).
  4. When the chicken is super fork tender, remove from heat and transfer to a bowl. Shred the chicken with forks and enjoy.

Notes

  • Makes 12 servings. I like to freeze portions for future use.
  • Recipes Referenced:
  • Homemade Cajun seasoning blend
  • Homemade Taco Seasoning blend
  • Spicy Chili Powder blend

Nutrition Information

Calories 278kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 111mg (37%) Sodium 163mg (7%) Potassium 310mg (9%) Vitamin A 1245IU (25%) Vitamin C 1.4mg (2%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 278

% Daily Value*

Calories 278kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 163mg 7%
Potassium 310mg 7%
Vitamin A 1245IU 25%
Vitamin C 1.4mg 2%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.