Juicy Shredded Chicken is simply seasoned and slow cooked to perfection in this Simple & Juicy Shredded Slow-Cooker Chicken. The versatility of this chicken will make this a new favorite! Use atop salads, mix into soups, make it the star in a casserole or use it to complement a grain bowl.

Simply Juicy Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

Go-to Weeknight Food

I get asked a lot by my friends what I cook during the work week. “Go-to Weeknight Meals” are something everyone needs in their bag of tricks, to ensure they don’t end up hangry with hangry kids and nothing to serve.

This is a basic recipe for how to prepare shredded chicken. This chicken can be used in so many ways. And it can be batch-prepared ahead of time to use throughout the week. It is so incredibly simple I feel compelled to share it here to help make your life just a little easier.

It is worth repeating, that the versatility of this chicken will make this a new favorite! I use it atop salads, I mix it into soups, I make it the star in casseroles and I add it to grain bowls. And in a real pinch, it can stand alone, served aside a steamed vegetable.

All About Protein

Protein is an essential nutrient in any diet as it plays many critical roles in the body. Proteins are the building blocks in the body, making up bones, cartilage, muscle, blood, skin, enzymes, hormones, and more. Proteins are essential for growth and development and repair.

Dietary protein comes in various forms. There are plant based proteins, such as beans, peas, lentils, nuts and seeds. (Even many vegetables and grains contain small amounts of protein). Animal proteins – including meat, fish, dairy and eggs – can be great sources of this essential nutrient. Soy products, like tofu, also contain higher amounts of protein and can be a great addition to a diet.

Simple Ingredients

Simple and Juicy Shredded Slow Cooker Chicken is prepared quite basically to leave it versatile enough to use in various dishes. I find I get the most flavor using the following spices to flavor the meat:

Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Paprika, Black Pepper and Kosher Salt. I slow cook chicken breasts (though thighs work well too) with Chicken broth to infuse a little more flavor and keep the meat moist.

I pull it out of the slow cooker and shred it with 2 forks, and then ladle on some additional cooking liquid for adding moisture.

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Simple Juicy Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

Simple Juicy Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken is yours with little effort! Ingredients go into a slow cooker and the slow cooker does the heavy lifting! Simply shred the chicken at the end of the cooking process and use it on various dishes from soups, to casseroles to topping salads! Make a large batch and reap the rewards throughout the week!

Cook Time4

Shredding Time5

Total Time4 5

Course: Main Course

Keyword: Chicken, Crock Pot, Easy Chicken, Shredded Chicken, Slow Cooker, Slow Cooker Chicken

Servings: 4

Equipment

1 Slow Cooker
1 Cutting Board
2 Forks for shredding

Ingredients

2 Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
1 Cup Chicken Broth
1 tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Paprika
¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper
½ tsp Kosher Salt

Instructions

Add chicken breasts to the bottom of a slow cooker. Spoon spice mixture atop the chicken.
Pour broth over the chicken. Cover with the slow cooker lid and set to cook for 4 hours on low heat.
Once cooking is complete, remove the chicken breasts to a cutting board, reserving the cooking liquid. Shred the chicken with 2 forks. Transfer to a large bowl. Ladle or spoon about ¼-½ Cup of the reserved cooking liquid over the shredded chicken to preserve moisture.
Shredded Chicken can keep in the fridge for up to a week when covered tightly. Use as needed.