Description
Crockpot shredded chicken is the ultimate comfort food, effortlessly combining tender chicken with rich flavors from spices and broth. This hands-off recipe allows you to prepare a delicious meal while going about your day. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual family dinners, the enticing aroma fills your home as it cooks. Serve it in tacos, salads, or over rice for delightful meals throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry chicken breasts. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Sprinkle onion powder and smoked paprika on the chicken, adding minced garlic if desired.
- Pour low-sodium chicken broth around seasoned chicken in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken with two forks once cooked, then return to the crockpot to mix with juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using bone-in chicken pieces. If you're looking to spice things up, incorporate chili powder or hot sauce into the broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.