This easy and delicious Dutch Oven Shredded Chicken is the perfect dinner recipe! Throw all of the ingredients into your Dutch oven and let it do all the work for you. How easy is that?!!
Next time try Crockpot Chicken and Gravy - tender juicy chicken, terrific over noodles or mashed potatoes.
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- What makes this recipe irresistible
- Ingredients you’ll need
- Delicious variations to try
- Step-by-step instructions
- Essential tools for this recipe
- Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
- Top Tip
- How to store leftovers
- Great recipes made with shredded chicken
- Recipes to use the shredded chicken
- Dutch Oven Shredded Chicken
What makes this recipe irresistible
I especially love the flavor of this chicken. The lemon pepper with a touch of honey is mouthwatering. I think you'll agree, it's so good and super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients!
The chicken comes out incredibly moist and flavorful with just a little effort - love that!!
Ingredients you’ll need
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
Delicious variations to try
- Make this chicken Mexican style by adding taco seasoning instead of the lemon pepper seasoning. Add some spice to your chicken with a dash of chili powder, chipotle peppers, or hot sauce.
- You can also add more flavor to this chicken by adding onion powder, or onions to the pot.
- Substitute barbecue sauce or coconut milk for the chicken stock, and you'd have a whole new dish!
Step-by-step 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.
Essential tools for this recipe
- paper towel
- cast-iron dutch oven
- stainless steel tongs
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Frequently asked questions (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.
Top Tip
I recommend seasoning the chicken before you add the chicken broth so that some of the seasonings stick to the chicken breast.
How to store leftovers
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 ready to eat, reheat on the stove over medium heat until warmed. You can also reheat it in the microwave, but be careful not to overcook it, or the chicken will dry out.
Great recipes made with shredded chicken
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.
Recipes to use the shredded chicken
Perfect for meal prep or those busy weeknights. Use leftover chicken to make Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels for another great meal!
Use the leftover shredded chicken and make CPK BBQ Chicken Pizza - delicious! Or in the Chicken Caesar Pasta Recipe, yum!
That's it guys! Did you love this recipe? Isn't it easy and good? YES!! I knew you would! Please leave a comment below.
Dutch Oven Shredded Chicken
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
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!
Lois says
This is a wonderful receipt for chicken. It is tender and delicious and you will be a hit with everybody at the table. Love it.