Crockpot Shredded Chicken Recipe

Crockpot Shredded Chicken is a great ingredient to have on hand. It can be used in tacos, salads, casseroles, soups, sandwiches, and more.

Easy Crockpot Shredded Chicken Recipe

Shredded chicken is a great ingredient to have on hand.

Make a big batch of shredded chicken for use in other recipes with this quick crockpot recipe.

For example, it can be used in tacos, salads, Chicken and Potato casserole, soups, sandwiches, and more.

It’s also economical with the use of a crockpot.

CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN

A whole chicken costs less than 4 dollars at most grocery stores and will serve about 6 people when shredded.

This recipe for Crockpot Shredded Chicken is simple to make in under 6 hours.

Put the ingredients in the crockpot before work or school and come home to tender chunks of savory chicken in the evening.

On the other hand, add whatever seasonings you prefer to get flavors that are perfect for your dish.

Makes 7-8 cups of shredded chicken

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 6 hours

Slow Cooker Chicken Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Chicken broth

What Can I Make With Crockpot Chicken

  • Chicken and Potato Casserole – In just 15 minutes, with potatoes and ranch seasoning, this quick and easy Chicken and Potato Casserole is made from scratch.
  • BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole – This BBQ Chicken Tater Tot casserole is a perfect choice. Tater tots topped with BBQ chicken, baked beans, and cheese, how can you not love it? 
  • Chicken and Cheese Stuffed Crescent Rolls – Get started on these tasty, no-fuss BBQ chicken and cheese stuffed crescent rolls tonight… Dinner is served!

How to Make Crockpot Shredded Chicken

Grease the bowl of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray and place chicken along the bottom of the bowl. 

If the chicken needs to be layered, season the bottom layer before placing more chicken on top.

Subsequently, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

After that, add the chicken broth.

Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.

When the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with meat claws.

Meanwhile, strain the extra chicken bits out of the liquid in the pot and return the meat to the slow cooker.

Finally, stir to combine the meat with the juices.

CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN

The best part is that you can use shredded chicken for so many different meals.

Yield: 8

Crockpot Shredded Chicken

CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN

Crockpot Shredded Chicken is a great ingredient to have on hand. It can be used in tacos, salads, casseroles, soups, sandwiches, and more.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, and garlic powder
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Grease the bowl of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray and place chicken along the bottom of the bowl. If the chicken needs to be layered, season the bottom layer before placing more chicken on top. CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN
  2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken broth. CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN
  3. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours. When the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with a fork. CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN
  4. Strain the extra chicken bits out of the liquid in the pot and return the meat to the slow cooker. CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN
  5. Stir to combine the meat with the juices. CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN
  6. Use in your favorite recipe and enjoy! CROCKPOT SHREDDED CHICKEN

Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 378Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 193mgSodium 548mgCarbohydrates 1gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 71g

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