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Crockpot Shredded Chicken

Crockpot Shredded Chicken

This easy Crockpot Shredded Chicken recipe transforms basic chicken into tender, flavorful shredded meat, perfect for various meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 large sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce or salsa

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Place the chopped onions and minced garlic in the bottom of the crockpot.
  4. Lay seasoned chicken breasts on top and pour in your chosen sauce.
  5. Add enough chicken broth to cover the chicken fully.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  7. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks; mix everything together before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 36gFat: 7g

Notes

This recipe is versatile; feel free to swap the chicken for turkey or add different sauces like teriyaki or honey mustard.

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