Crockpot Shredded Chicken
A simple and versatile recipe for tender shredded chicken made in a slow cooker, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 250 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Crockpot by spraying the inside with cooking spray.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bottom, laying them flat.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and mix it back with the juices.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding BBQ sauce, taco seasoning, or coconut milk for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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