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Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

Try this Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken in tacos, burritos and more! It's a versatile meal prep recipe that's full of flavor and easy to make.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 177kcal
Author: Taylor Stinson

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lb chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp each salt & pepper

To turn into tacos

  • Corn or flour tortillas
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salsa
  • Guacamole or avocado
  • Diced red onion
  • Lettuce
  • Cilantro

Instructions

  • Add chicken, spices, garlic, chicken broth and salt & pepper to slow cooker. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
  • Serve as part of a rice bowl, salad, soup, sandwich, wrap or quesadilla. My favourite way to use shredded chicken is in a taco. Add chicken to tortillas, then top with desired toppings like salsa, sour cream, cheese, guacamole, lettuce and more.
  • You can store leftover chicken in the fridge up to 5 days, or store in the freezer up to 4 months.

Notes

Note: Nutritional info is for chicken only and does not include taco fillings.

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 514mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 884IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg