shredded chicken in the crockpot

 

Crock Pot Shredded Chicken (4.67 lbs)

Ingredients:

• 4.67 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 2 cups chicken broth (or water + bouillon)

• 2 tsp kosher salt

• 2 tsp onion powder

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 bay leaf (optional)

• Optional: 1 tsp paprika + 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano (adds subtle depth but still neutral)

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🍲 Method

1. Place chicken in the crock pot.

2. Sprinkle seasonings over the top.

3. Pour broth around the chicken (not directly on top).

4. Cover and cook:

   • Low: 6–7 hours

   • High: 3–4 hours
     (Start checking toward the early end — breasts dry out if overcooked. Internal temp should hit 165°F.)

5. Remove chicken, discard bay leaf, shred with two forks.

6. Mix shredded chicken with a little of the cooking liquid to keep it juicy.