This Easy Dutch Oven Shredded Chicken is the perfect recipe for dinner tonight! Simply throw all of the ingredients into your dutch oven and let it do all the work for you!
Next time try Crockpot Chicken and Gravy - tender juicy chicken, terrific over noodles or mashed potatoes.
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ It's super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients.
✔️ Perfect for meal prep or those busy weeknights. Use leftover chicken to make Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels for another great meal!
✔️ With just a little effort, the chicken comes out incredibly moist and flavorful.
✔️ This easy dinner recipe can be used in a variety of different meals.
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- chicken broth
- boneless skinless chicken breasts
- lemon pepper seasoning
- garlic powder
- salt
- honey
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Pat chicken dry with a paper towel.
- Sprinkle with seasoning.
- Add chicken to dutch oven.
- Pour the chicken stock and honey over the chicken
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes over medium-low heat, simmering. Flipping the chicken breasts after 15 minutes.
- When cooked shred the chicken.
- Place back into the large pot with the sauce and put back stove over medium for 5 minutes to warm it through.
Slow Cooker Instructions
- Spray crockpot with non stick cooking spray.
- Place chicken in the crockpot, and sprinkle with seasoning.
- Add the chicken stock and honey.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low 6-8 hours.
Equipment
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FAQ's
There are a few ways that you can shred chicken. I like to use two forks and just pull the chicken apart that way. You could also use a hand mixer or even a food processor if you want to get really fine shreds of chicken.
I like to use boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe, but you could also use boneless skinless chicken thighs. If you are using bone-in chicken, you will need to cook it for a bit longer.
That's completely up to you! I prefer to shred my chicken while it is still hot so that the shreds are nice and moist.
Things to know
- This easy shredded chicken recipe is my favorite way to make cooked chicken for different meals or even dips like buffalo chicken dip.
- If you are out of chicken broth, you can use bouillon or chicken stock instead.
- I recommend seasoning the chicken before you add the chicken broth so that some of the seasonings stick to the chicken breast.
Variations
- Make this chicken Mexican style by adding taco seasoning instead of the lemon pepper seasoning.
- You can also add more flavor to this chicken by adding onion powder, or onions to the pot.
- You can use a whole chicken instead of chicken breasts, but I recommend that you spatchcock the chicken so that it cooks faster.
- Add some spice to your chicken with a dash of chili powder, chipotle peppers, or hot sauce.
- Substitute barbecue sauce or coconut milk for the chicken stock, and you'd have a whole new dish!
- Use the leftover shredded chicken and make CPK BBQ Chicken Pizza - delicious!
- Instead of chicken breasts, you can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs. No need to adjust the cooking time.
- One of the best things about this recipe is that you can season chicken to match whatever type of meal that you are making with it.
Storage
Refrigerate - Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up three days.
How to freeze - Freeze cooked and shredded chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Reheating instructions - When you are ready to eat, simply reheat on the stove over medium heat until warmed through.
You can also reheat it in the microwave, but be careful not to overcook it or the chicken will dry out.
Related recipes
There are so many different ways to make and serve shredded chicken. Here are some of my favorites!
- Are you looking for an easy dinner recipe to make with this shredded chicken? Look no further than this King Ranch Chicken Casserole recipe.
- Easy Mexican Shredded Chicken - made in your crockpot this couldn't be easier (or more delicious!). This recipe is perfect for chicken tacos!
- If you love chicken enchiladas then I recommend that you use this dutch oven shredded chicken to make these Queso Chicken Enchiladas.
- Craving alfredo but want something different? Give this delicious Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells recipe a try.
This Italian Shredded Chicken recipe only has a few ingredients and boy does it bring the flavor! You can find even more shredded chicken recipes here.
Serve with
- Use this chicken to make a delicious meal that's perfect for summer by making this Chicken Caesar Pasta recipe.
- Are you looking for a fresh and healthy side dish that your whole family will love? Look no further than this Grilled Asparagus recipe.
- End a busy weeknight meal with a simple dessert like this Cracker Barrel Fried Apples recipe.
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Pulled Chicken Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 3-4 chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey
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Instructions
- Pat chicken dry with a paper towel.
- Sprinkle each boneless skinless chicken breast with lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Gently pat down to coat every breast.
- Add chicken to the bottom of the pot.
- Pour the chicken stock and honey over the chicken
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes over medium-low heat, simmering. Flipping the chicken breasts after 15 minutes.
- Remove the chicken pieces from the heat when the internal temperature is 165 degrees F.
- Once cooked, place into a deep-dish pan and shred chicken with two forks.
- Place back into the large pot and put back stove over medium heat for 5 minutes to warm it through. Remove from heat.
- Serve and enjoy!
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