Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Breasts for Freezing Oamc

Streamline your meal prep with this versatile and time-saving Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Breasts recipe, perfect for freezer storage and ideal for OAMC (Once-A-Month Cooking). Made with tender, juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts slow-cooked in a flavorful blend of chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional paprika, this dish is simple to prepare and yields up to eight servings of protein-packed shredded chicken. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a hands-off crock pot cooking method, this recipe ensures maximum convenience. Portion it into freezer-friendly containers and enjoy a stash of ready-to-use, shredded chicken that's perfect for tacos, salads, casseroles, and more. Whether you're meal prepping for busy weeknights or stocking your freezer for family meals, this recipe is a kitchen lifesaver!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crock pot, ensuring they are spread out in a single layer if possible.

Step 2

Pour the chicken broth over the chicken to keep it moist during cooking.

Step 3

Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using) evenly over the chicken.

Step 4

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is fully cooked.

Step 5

Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and place them on a cutting board or a large plate.

Step 6

Use two forks to shred the chicken into small pieces. You can do this while the chicken is warm for easier shredding.

Step 7

If you prefer juicier shredded chicken, add some of the cooking liquid from the crock pot back to the shredded chicken.

Step 8

Allow the shredded chicken to cool to room temperature before portioning into freezer-safe bags or containers.

Step 9

Label the containers with the date and portion size before freezing. The chicken can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Step 10

To use, thaw the chicken in the refrigerator overnight or reheat directly from the freezer in a skillet, microwave, or your favorite dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1160.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1538.2

Total Fat 33.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 771.1mg	0%
Sodium 3591.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 6.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 0.7g
Protein 285.6g	0%

Vitamin D 9.1IU	0%
Calcium 140.4mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2615.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.3%

Protein: 78.0%

Carbs: 1.8%