Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Breasts For Freezing Oamc Recipe

Save time and enjoy delicious, versatile shredded chicken anytime! This easy slow cooker recipe yields perfectly cooked chicken breasts, ideal for freezing and adding to countless meals. Bone-in, skin-on or boneless, skinless chicken breasts work wonderfully – simply toss them in your crock pot with flavorful spices and water, and let the magic happen. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 485 mins
Calories 250.7 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 4.7 (66 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Breasts For Freezing Oamc

  1. Place chicken breasts in your slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon granules, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  3. Pour the spice mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
  4. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, until the chicken is easily shredded.
  5. Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and let them cool slightly.
  6. Shred or pull the chicken meat from the bones, discarding the skin and bones.
  7. Portion the shredded chicken into individual freezer-safe bags or containers (about 1-1.5 cups per container).
  8. Freeze until needed. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.
  9. Add to your favorite recipes like casseroles, quesadillas, pizzas, burritos, pastas, soups, or enjoy it as hot barbecue chicken sandwiches (simply heat with your favorite BBQ sauce).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

19g

Carbs

0g

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