How many recipes use shredded chicken? Welp, on my site alone, about 56! This simple ingredient is often called for already cooked, but none of the recipes will tell you...
How many recipes use shredded chicken? Welp, on my site alone, about 56! This simple ingredient is often called for already cooked, but none of the recipes will tell you how to get from point A to B. Here we give you 3 easy ways to make shredded chicken and one quick hack.
Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth or water over the chicken.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. Cooking times may vary depending on your slow cooker and the size/thickness of the chicken pieces. Chicken breasts should be an internal temperature of 165°F and chicken thighs should reach an internal temperature of 170°F.
Once the chicken is fully cooked and tender, use tongs or a fork to transfer the chicken to a cutting board or a large bowl.
Use two forks to shred the chicken. You can also use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for quicker shredding.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices for additional flavor.