Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken
This slow cooker shredded chicken turns out tender and juicy every time with just a few simple ingredients. It’s the ultimate meal-prep staple—perfect for tacos, salads, sandwiches, or freezing for quick weeknight dinners. Just season, set, and shred!
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Servings: 5
INGREDIENTS
- 2-21/2 pounds chicken breast
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or 1 cup water with 1 bouillion cube
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add to the slow cooker (5 min): Place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle with seasonings then pour the apple cider vinegar and broth on top.2-21/2 pounds chicken breast, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper, 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Slow cook: Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F and is tender and easy to shred.
- Shred the chicken (3 min): Use two forks to shred the chicken and stir with the juices to keep it moist. You can also use a hand mixer on low for quick shredding and return back to the crock pot.
- Serve or store: Use right away in soups or stews or toss with your favorite sauce (BBQ, buffalo etc.). Cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
Refrigerate: Cool completely and store in an airtight container up to 4 days.
To Freeze: Portion into 1–2 cup bags with a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid. Lay flat, label, and freeze up to 3 months.
To Reheat: Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of broth or sauce until warmed through.
Flavor Additions:
- Taco-style: Add 2 Tbsps taco seasoning + ½ cup salsa.
- BBQ: Replace broth with ½ cup BBQ sauce, add ¼ cup more after shredding.
- Buffalo: Drain excess liquid and stir in buffalo sauce to taste after shredding
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 691mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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