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Shredded Chicken in the Slow Cooker
The easiest way to make juicy shredded chicken in the slow cooker. A real time saver for meal prep.
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Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Cook Time
6
hours
hrs
Total Time
6
hours
hrs
5
minutes
mins
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American
Servings
12
cups shredded
Calories
431
kcal
Ingredients
6
lbs
Chicken Breasts,
about 5 large
1 1/2
cups
chicken broth or water
1
teaspoon
salt
1
teaspoon
pepper
1
Tablespoon
garlic powder
Instructions
Put chicken in the slow cooker and pour in broth. Sprinkle on the seasonings.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Shred with 2 forks while it is still hot.
Use right away or freeze in 1-2 cup portions for later use.
Strain out broth and save for later use. Can be frozen as well.
Notes
Calories calculated for 1 cup shredded chicken.
Keyword
Chicken