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Crockpot Shredded Chicken

Tender, flavorful shredded chicken made effortless 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
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot in a single layer if possible.
  2. Season the chicken evenly with kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Pour the low-sodium chicken broth over the seasoned chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and pulls apart easily.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a bowl or cutting board and shred with two forks.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot to soak up juices if desired, then serve or store as desired.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken if you prefer richer flavor.
  • Cook time varies by appliance and chicken size.
  • Shred with two forks for best texture.
  • Reserve cooking liquid to keep chicken moist.