Go Back
–+ servings
Shredded chicken in a terracotta bowl, with a bottle of olive oil and a pepper grinder.

Shredded Chicken

Smiling woman with glasses and dark hair, professional portrait for Baked Bree website.Diane Goodman
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Component
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 129 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken in the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side.
    Juicy raw chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper in a black skillet.
  • Add chicken broth, cover with a lid, and cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, about 7 to 10 minutes.
    Juicy chicken breasts being cooked in a skillet on a stovetop.
  • Remove from pan and shred using two forks or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment.
    Shredded cooked chicken in a stand mixer bowl for baking recipes.
  • Use immediately in your favorite recipes or store for future use.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcalCarbohydrates: 0.1gProtein: 16gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 196mg
Keyword how to make shredded chicken, shredded chicken
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!