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Crockpot Shredded Chicken

Effortlessly prepare tender and flavorful shredded chicken in your crockpot. Perfect for tacos, salads, or sandwiches, this recipe is a versatile meal prep solution.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Your favorite seasonings (e.g., paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning) Optional

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
  2. Pour chicken broth over the chicken.
  3. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and any other desired seasonings.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is easily shredded with a fork.
  5. Remove chicken from crockpot and shred with two forks.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and mix with the remaining juices.
  7. Serve as desired (e.g., in tacos, sandwiches, salads).

Notes

For extra flavor, try browning the chicken breasts in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot.