Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken: This easy recipe, using boneless skinless chicken breasts, is the best way to cook chicken for all of your favorite chicken dishes.
Pour chicken broth into a 4-6 quart crockpot along with butter.
Place chicken breasts into the crock pot over the butter.
Evenly sprinkle the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken breasts.
Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. Check to make sure the internal temperature of the chicken is 165 degrees before removing it from the crock pot.
Once cooked, remove all except for about 1 inch of broth from the slow cooker.
Using 2 forks, shred the chicken and top with chopped parsley.
Serve warm in chicken recipes, on sandwiches, or by itself.
Notes
Storage: This crock pot shredded chicken should be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in a freezer for up to 6 months.Can you freeze this chicken? Yes, you can make this slow cooker shredded chicken ahead of time and freeze it in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 6 months. Make sure to thaw completely in the refrigerator before reheating or serving.Substitute: The chicken breasts can be substituted with boneless skinless chicken thighs if you prefer!