Easy Crockpot Shredded Chicken Breast
A simple and flavorful slow-cooked shredded chicken that’s perfect for tacos, sandwiches, or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 370 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Chicken Broth or Stock
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure the crockpot is clean.
- Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry.
- Place chicken in the crockpot and sprinkle with garlic and onion powder, then add salt and pepper.
- Pour chicken broth around the chicken without washing away the seasonings.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Remove chicken from the crockpot and shred with two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir back into the broth or serve separately.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for later use.
Notes
For added flavor, experiment with different spices or sauces. Leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 56g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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