Simple Shredded Chicken
Ingredients
The Chicken
-
2–2 ½
lbs
chicken breasts or thighs, boneless, skinless
The Seasoning
-
1
tablespoon
olive oil
-
1
teaspoon
salt
-
1
cup
water
-
1
teaspoon
granulated garlic powder
-
1
teaspoon
onion powder
-
1
teaspoon
oregano
-
1
teaspoon
chili powder
-
1
teaspoon
cumin
Optional Additions
-
to taste
canned green chilies
-
to taste
diced onion
-
to taste
chopped garlic
Instructions
- 1. Place chicken, olive oil, water, salt, and spices in the cooking method of your choice (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, or stovetop).
- 2. For Instant Pot: Pressure cook on high for 9 minutes for large breasts or 12 minutes for thighs. If frozen, add 1-2 minutes. Naturally release for 5 minutes before manually releasing.
- 3. Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the cooking liquid to keep it moist.
- 4. For Slow Cooker: Cook on low for 4-6 hours, then shred and return to the liquid.
- 5. For Stovetop: Sear the chicken in oil, add water and spices, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until cooked through. Shred and return to the liquid.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
6 cups
Calories
155
Total fat
4.8g
Total carbohydrates
0.7g
Total protein
25.7g
Sodium
353.3mg
Cholesterol
82.7mg
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