Description
Savor the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of shredded chicken, a versatile dish perfect for tacos, salads, or sandwiches. This easy recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken in just a few steps, making it an ideal solution for quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry.
- Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and minced garlic.
- Place in a slow cooker or instant pot with chicken broth; cook on high pressure for 10-12 minutes if using an instant pot.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks or meat shredders while warm.
- Mix the shredded chicken with soy sauce and cooking liquid for added flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking/Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (140g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand or adding herbs like thyme or bay leaves during cooking. To store leftovers, place in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.