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Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 3-4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Easy and delicious shredded chicken made in a slow cooker.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (I use Lawry’s)
  • ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in a 2 quart crockpot.
  2. Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle with seasonings.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is cooked through (165 degrees F minimum) and fall apart tender.
  4. Using two forks, gently pull and shred the chicken in the liquid (if your chicken has released a lot of liquid, you may want to remove some liquid before shredding, but save it in case you want to add more back in).
  5. Serve as desired or let cool slightly before refrigerating. Cooked chicken can be stored in the refrigerator, tightly sealed, for 3-4 days, or packaged and frozen for 3-4 months.

Notes

  • For a more intense flavor, marinate the chicken in broth and seasonings for a few hours before cooking.
  • Great for meal prep and can be used in various dishes like tacos, salads, or sandwiches.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3-4 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg