Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken
Tender and juicy shredded chicken made effortlessly in the slow cooker. Perfect for tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker in a single layer.
In a small bowl, mix together the chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the seasoned chicken broth evenly over the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and place them on a large plate or cutting board.
Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the cooking juices.
Serve immediately or keep warm in the slow cooker until ready to use.