What’s in Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken?
Seasoned chicken breasts are made tender in the slow cooker so they’re easy to shred or pull. Rustle up a batch for your meal prep and use it for appetizers, lunch, or dinner!
Chicken Breasts: Cooked low and slow, boneless, skinless chicken breasts shred perfectly! Salt + Pepper: Enhance the natural flavor of the chicken. Garlic Powder: Adds a bit of earthiness. Italian Seasoning: Adds classic Italian flavor that pairs well with almost anything. Chicken Broth: Keeps the chicken moist while it cooks.
Pro Tip: Cook the chicken in a single layer to avoid uneven cooking.
Variations on Crockpot Pulled Chicken
You can customize this crockpot shredded chicken by changing up the Italian seasoning. Try blackened seasoning, Creole seasoning, chili seasoning, fajita seasoning, taco seasoning, or ranch seasoning instead.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover shredded chicken in an airtight container or Ziplock bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy cold or reheated in the microwave in 30-second increments until warmed through.
How to Freeze
To freeze crockpot shredded chicken breasts, portion the shredded chicken into one large or several small Ziplock bags, seal, then press the chicken into a flat, even layer. Lay in the freezer until solid, then store for up to 3 months.
Serving Suggestions
This easy crockpot shredded chicken recipe is so versatile, you can use it in so many ways. Add it to Chicken Salads, chicken soup, Chicken Tacos, Chicken Salad Sandwiches, Chicken Salad Pie, Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas, or Chicken Pot Pie to name just a few! There are tons of ways to use shredded chicken, so you’ll never run out of recipe ideas.
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