How to Make Easy Shredded Chicken 2 Ways
How to make Easy Shredded Chicken 2 ways - in a slow cooker or Instant Pot and only 3 ingredients - will be a meal prep staple in your household for easy & healthy protein packed meals.
Servings 7 cups
Calories 198kcal
Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken breasts (boneless & skinless)
- 1/2-3/4 cup water or chicken broth*
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
Slow Cooker
- Pour water or broth into your slow cooker. Add chicken breasts and cover with seasonings. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Remove and add to a bowl and shred with 2 forks. Add in some of the liquid from the slow cooker to keep it moist.
Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker
- Pour water or broth into your pressure cooker. Add chicken breasts and cover with seasonings. Close lid and make sure it is locked and valve is set to sealed. Select 'Poultry' and cook on high pressure for 10-17 minutes. Amount of time will depend on how thick your breasts are. Let pressure release naturally or turn valve to venting for quick pressure release.
- Remove and add to a bowl and shred with 2 forks. Add in some of the liquid from the the pot to keep it moist.
Notes
*check labels to make sure it is Whole30 compliant.
Keep chicken in an air tight container for up to a week in the fridge.
Nutrition
Serving: 3g | Calories: 198kcal | Protein: 37g | Fat: 4g