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Crockpot Shredded Chicken

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 265 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds chicken breasts about 4 large
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions
 

  • Arrange the chicken in the CrockPot. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the CrockPot.
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  • Add broth and spices. Pour the chicken broth evenly over the chicken. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on top.
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  • Set to cook. Cover with the lid and set the CrockPot to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, depending on your schedule.
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  • Shred the chicken. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and use two forks to pull it apart into shreds.
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  • Ready to serve or store. Use the shredded chicken immediately in your favorite dishes or let it cool and store in zip-top bags in the freezer for up to two months.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 49gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 797mgFiber: 0.2g
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