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A serving of Crockpot Clean Eating Chicken in a bowl, ready to eat.

Crockpot Clean Eating Chicken (Base Recipe)

A simple and healthy base recipe for flavorful shredded chicken, perfect for meal prep in a crockpot.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • forks

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5-2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Place quartered onion and smashed garlic cloves at the bottom of the slow cooker.

Cooking

  • Arrange chicken breasts over the onion and garlic.
  • Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper over the chicken.
  • Cover and cook chicken until tender and easily shreddable.

Shredding

  • Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to slow cooker juices.

Notes

The base recipe is very versatile. The chicken broth, onions, and garlic create a flavorful base. The shredded chicken can be used in tacos, salads, sandwiches, or alongside vegetables. For a bolder flavor, consider adding extra herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice at the end.