Simple Shredded Chicken

Name: Simple Shredded Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

This versatile shredded chicken is tender and juicy, making it perfect for your weekly meal prep.

By Enzo81 Kitchen· American· October 23, 2026

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Prep

5 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

25 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite as useful in the kitchen as a batch of perfectly cooked shredded chicken. Whether you need a quick filling for tacos, a base for a hearty salad, or something easy to toss into a soup, this recipe is the one I reach for every single time.

I love that you can make this however your kitchen setup allows. If you are in a rush, the pressure cooker is great, but if you want to let it cook low and slow while you do other things, the slow cooker works like a charm. Just keep the seasonings simple so the chicken tastes great in whatever meal you choose to make next.

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

5Instructions

1
Place the chicken breasts into your slow cooker, Instant Pot, or a large pot on the stovetop.
2
Pour the chicken broth over the top and sprinkle with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3
If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. If using an Instant Pot, cook on high pressure for 12 minutes followed by a natural release. If using the stovetop, simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
4
Once the chicken is tender, transfer it to a large bowl and use two forks to pull the meat apart into shreds.
5
Return the shredded chicken to the cooking liquid for a few minutes so it can soak up all that extra moisture before serving.

Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. You can also freeze the shredded chicken in freezer bags for up to three months. Try adding a little barbecue sauce or taco seasoning to the mixture if you want to give it a specific flavor profile for dinner.

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