Savory Shredded Chicken

Savory shredded chicken that’s moist, juicy, and packed with flavor—made with just a few hours of hands-off cooking. It’s a high-protein staple that’s perfect for meal prep, freezes beautifully for future meals, and can be used in everything from soups and salads to wraps and bowls

SERVES: 8 PREP TIME: 10 minutes COOK TIME: 1.5 -2 hours

Protein Packed, Simple Prep

Savory spices and lean chicken breast are slow cooked to create a simple, go-to main dish

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed of fat or cartilage

• 1 cup chicken broth, low sodium

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• ½ teaspoon salt (optional)

• ½ teaspoon pepper

• 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions (Stove top)

1. Prep the seasoning: In a large saucepan, mix the chicken broth with the spices, salt and pepper.

2. Add chicken: Lay the trimmed chicken breast in an even layer in the saucepan.

3. Slow cook: Cover with the lid and simmer (medium-low heat) for 1.5-2 hours, or until the chicken easily shreds. 

4. Cool and shred: Remove from the heat and let cool briefly. Shred using 2 forks.

5. Season and serve: Return to the heat and add apple cider vinegar. Cook and stir until warm.

Instructions (Slow cooker)

1. Prep the seasoning: In a slow cooker, mix the chicken broth with the spices, salt and pepper.

2. Add chicken: Lay the trimmed chicken breast in an even layer in the slow cooker.

3. Slow cook: Cover with the lid and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken easily shreds. 

4. Cool and shred: Remove from the heat and let cool briefly. Shred using 2 forks.

5. Season and serve: Turn on the heat and add apple cider vinegar. Cook and stir until warm.

   Tips: Refrigerated cooked, cooled chicken for up to 4 days, freeze for up to 4 month.

   Serving ideas:  Use chicken on sandwiches, wraps, salads, casseroles and mealtime bowls.