Description
This Juicy Crockpot Shredded Chicken recipe offers tender, flavorful shredded chicken made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Perfect for meal prep, it features simple seasoning and low sodium chicken broth to keep it moist and delicious. Ideal for a variety of dishes or as a protein-packed meal base.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lb)
Seasonings & Broth
- ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (Lawry’s recommended)
- ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts into a 2.5 to 4 quart crockpot.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the low sodium chicken broth, then sprinkle seasoning salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper over the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F and is tender enough to fall apart.
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, gently shred the chicken in the crockpot, mixing it with the cooking liquid. If the chicken has released excess liquid, you may remove some but keep it to add back as needed for moisture.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately as desired, or allow to cool slightly before refrigerating. Store cooked chicken in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for 3-4 months.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for easy meal prep and can be customized with additional seasonings or sauces.
- Use low sodium broth and seasoning salt to control sodium levels.
- Removing excess cooking liquid before shredding can help avoid a watery texture.
- Leftover shredded chicken works well in salads, sandwiches, tacos, and pasta dishes.
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally for safe consumption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 67 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 288 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg
