This slow cooker shredded chicken recipe is a building block for delicious and easy weeknight dinners. Make a batch on the weekend and enjoy it all week long! Crockpot Shredded Chicken Chicken breast is loaded with lean protein and meal prepping shredded chicken couldn’t be easier in the slow cooker! I probably use my slow cooker most for making shredded chicken, because it’s the easiest way and makes the best shredded chicken! I like to simmer it in some chicken broth for flavor with some herbs. Use it to make chicken salad, in tacos, enchiladas, bowls, or any recipe that requires cooked chicken.
Below are some ways you can use it. Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Recipe Anytime I need shredded chicken I get my slow cooker out. It’s the easiest hands-off way to make it.
To add more flavor I use broth and throw in some herbs but if you want to keep it super simple, water will work fine. Here’s why I love this method: Juicy and moist . Slow cooking chicken in broth keeps it from drying out and results in tender, juicy meat.
Meal prep friendly . Make a large batch of shredded chicken and use it throughout the week for quick and easy meals. It can be used in so many different ways.
In enchiladas , in salads and more. Hands-off cooking . The slow cooker does all the work—you just have to add everything to the crockpot and then shred the chicken once it’s done cooking.
What You’ll Need Scroll down to the recipe card below for exact measurements. Bo.