An easy crockpot shredded chicken recipe great for casseroles, tacos, meal prep, salads, are more. Use right away or freeze for up to 2 months!
Ingredients
3poundschicken breastsabout 4 large
1 ½cupchicken broth
1teaspoonsaltor to taste
1teaspoonpepperor to taste
Instructions
Place chicken breasts in the crockpot. Add chicken broth and season with salt and pepper.
Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours, until chicken is cooked through (165 F) and tender.*
Remove chicken and place on a large plate or into a shallow bowl. Use two forks to pull the chicken apart and shred.
Use shredded chicken in recipes right away or store for use later. Allow the chicken to cool and place in an airtight container to store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Or, portion cooled chicken into freezer bags, removing as much air as possible before sealing. Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Notes
*Chicken breasts range in size, so some take longer to cook than others.