There is nothing special in particular about this recipe…Except that it is honestly one of the easiest ways to prepare chicken that is SO good, easy, and inexpensive! The best part about it is that the chicken is moist, flavorful, and so easy to shred because it literally just falls apart! All you have to do is put it in a crockpot, walk away, and you have chicken that is ready for chicken sandwiches, salads, or perfect to use in any recipe that calls for chicken! This is one of my favorite ‘clean eating’ time savers!
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Sarie said:
I’ve done frozen chicken breasts in the crock pot before, but I usually take about ten minutes to thaw it in a plastic bag in very warm water via this USDA-approved tip from America’s Test Kitchen. Works like a charm! http://www.americastestkitchenfeed.com/super-quick-video-tips/2012/04/how-to-quickly-defrost-meat-video/
Lindsey said:
Thank you for this!! Made it today, yum!
Stephanie Royall said:
Or leave in the pot and add a few ingredients for amazing chicken soup!!! Love this and will definitely make multiple times.
Erin said:
If you have a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment and shred the chicken in your mixer. I just throw the chicken in the mixing bowl and turn it on the lowest setting and leave it for a few minutes. Works like a dream and is so easy!!
Lori said:
This also makes for a great barbecued pulled chicken.
Just add your favorite sauce instead of the broth.
Jamie Philo said:
Do you have to thaw the chicken first? Will it work if you put them in frozen like in the other crock pot soup recipes?
Nicole Schauer said:
This was a great idea! Thanks for the recipe. I made it with just 2 chicken breasts (since I just wanted chicken for one recipe) and it worked great, just reduced the cooking time in the crock pot :)
Sammi said:
Thank you for this amazing recipe! My family was never big on chicken, until tonight, because we never had a good way to cook it. This was super easy and delicious. I can’t wait to try more of your recipes!
Sarah Hudnall said:
Is this bone in chicken or can boneless be used?
Dashing Dish said:
you could do either! :)
Karen said:
Love looking at your website..thank you for your healthy recipes.
Migdalia said:
I found a super wonderful way to shred chicken. I take 2 whole cooked chicken breast, seasoned with pepper and some chili flakes, throw them in my Kitchen Aid mixer with the paddle attachment and set it to go at the 6-10 setting. It’s magic. Shredded chicken!
Great recipes girl!
xo,
Dalia
Lauren said:
I made this for the Super Bowl– awesome flavor! I tried the tip to shred with kitchen aid mixer paddle blade— that was a mistake. The meat was so tender it crumbled. Next time I will shred with fork.
Thanks for the great recipe!
Dashing Dish said:
yeah…thats why i never recommend the kitchen aid :) that is how many people suggest it, but this way is easier and much better! :)
Cinda Morrison said:
Do I need to dissolve the chicken bouillon cubes prior to putting in the crock pot?
Dashing Dish said:
nope..it will dissolve as the chicken cooks!