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Juiciest Shredded Chicken

A comforting and delicious dish featuring tender, succulent chicken that’s bursting with flavor, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, salads, or served on its own.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large chicken breasts Can be fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup chicken broth Water can be used as a substitute
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by placing the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
  2. Pour 1 cup of chicken broth over the chicken. This is essential for keeping the meat moist and flavorful.
  3. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper generously over the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4 hours.
  2. Once cooked, take two forks and shred the chicken right in the slow cooker. Mix it well with the juices to ensure each piece is flavorful.
Serving
  1. Serve the Juiciest Shredded Chicken on buns, in tacos, or over rice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, use medium-low heat adding a splash of chicken broth or water.