Description
Crockpot Shredded Chicken Breast is the ultimate meal prep essential! Tender, juicy chicken breasts slow-cooked with simple seasonings, perfect for tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
- 2–3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
Instructions
1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot.
2. Pour chicken broth or water over the chicken.
3. Sprinkle all seasonings evenly over the chicken.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
5. Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
6. Return shredded chicken to crockpot and stir to soak up juices.
7. Serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
Use chicken breasts of similar size for even cooking.
Don’t skip the liquid – it keeps chicken moist!
Let shredded chicken rest in juices for maximum flavor.
Perfect for meal prep – freezes beautifully.
Customize with BBQ sauce, taco seasoning, or Italian herbs.
Always thaw frozen chicken before slow cooking for food safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg