Description
Shredded chicken is a comforting and versatile dish that promises to elevate any meal. With tender, juicy pieces infused with rich flavors, this easy-to-prepare recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Serve it in tacos, salads, or sandwiches, and watch it become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup water or chicken broth
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts.
- Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, rubbing the spices into the chicken.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute.
- Pour in water or broth to cover half the chicken; cover and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred the chicken using two forks while warm and return it to the skillet to soak up juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shredded chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 120mg