Description
Crockpot shredded chicken is a simple yet flavorful dish that transforms busy weeknights into a culinary delight. With tender, juicy chicken infused with aromatic spices and your favorite sauce, this recipe is perfect for tacos, salads, or hearty sandwiches. Let the slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the rich aromas filling your home. It’s a comforting meal that brings everyone together at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup BBQ sauce or salsa
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Place them in the crockpot.
- Add minced garlic and chopped onion to the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth and your chosen sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle paprika and cumin on top; stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and serve as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 100mg