Crockpot Shredded Chicken
A versatile and easy recipe for making tender and flavorful shredded chicken in your crockpot, perfect for tacos, sandwiches, salads, and more.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2-3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts Fresh, quality chicken for the best flavor.
- 1 cup chicken broth Use low-sodium broth for better control over saltiness.
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust according to taste.
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- Any preferred spices or seasoning (optional) Such as paprika, cumin, or Italian seasoning.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by making sure your crockpot is clean and ready to go.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot in a single layer, overlapping slightly if needed.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Add any other spices you enjoy.
- Pour chicken broth over the seasoned chicken.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Check for doneness; the chicken should be tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Shredding and Serving
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the crockpot with two forks, mixing it with the juices.
- Use the shredded chicken in tacos, sandwiches, salads, wraps, or casseroles.
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Notes
For the best results, use high-quality chicken and don’t skip the broth. Customize flavors with different spices and consider making a larger batch for meal prep.