Slow-Cooker Shredded Chicken

BY Kristen Hamilton, DCN, RDN, CSSD Published September 11, 2026
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This easy two-ingredient shredded chicken is a meal-prep essential! Let the slow cooker do the work, then use the tender, flavorful chicken in tacos, grain bowls, sandwiches, salads, pasta, and more.

Slow-Cooker Shredded Chicken

Serving Size:
4
Time:
10 minutes prep,
2-6 hours cooking
Difficulty:
Medium

Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (~2 pounds)
  • 1 cup chicken stock or broth


Directions

  1. Add the ingredients to a 4-quart (or larger) slow cooker.
  2. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook until the chicken is tender and registers an internal temperature of 165oF (4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high).
  3. While the chicken is still warm, transfer it to a cutting board or large plate and use 2 forks to shred or, better yet, a hand-held chicken shredder!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1cup (6 oz.)
Servings4
Amount Per Serving
Calories275
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6g
10%
Saturated Fat1.5g
8%
Trans Fat0g
Sodium300mg
13%
Total Carbohydrate0g
0%
Dietary Fiber0g
0%
Sugar0g
Protein51g
102%
* % Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calories diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values may vary depending on product brands, substitutions, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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