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Crockpot Shredded Chicken

Tender shredded chicken made effortlessly in the crockpot with simple seasonings and chicken broth.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings 8 people

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts bone-in also work
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot in a single layer if possible.
  • Sprinkle the kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning evenly over the chicken.
  • Pour 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth over the seasoned chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours (or on high for 3–4 hours) until the chicken is very tender and shreds easily.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a large bowl and shred with two forks.
  • Return shredded chicken to the crockpot to soak in the juices or use immediately as desired.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken if you prefer richer flavor.
  • Shred with two forks for best texture.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste after shredding.