Crockpot Shredded Chicken
This Crockpot Shredded Chicken provides 13g protein and just 68 calories per serving — an ultra-lean protein base for flexible meal construction. Yields 4 servings with hands-off cooking, making it the fastest pathway to meal-prep ready protein across multiple dishes. Use as the foundation protein to add grains, vegetables, and fats based on your specific macro targets.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(227g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
Instructions
- 1Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Position the chicken so it's in a single layer and season, if desired (see blog post above for suggestions).
- 2Cover and cook medium boneless, skinless chicken breast on LOW for 1 ½ to 2 ½ hours (for other cuts of chicken, such as boneless things, or bone-in chicken breasts or thighs, and for cooking times on HIGH, see the blog post above).
- 3Check the chicken for doneness with an instant-read thermometer. (If you're using bone-in chicken, don't touch the thermometer to the bone.) The chicken should be 165 degrees F (I remove mine 5 to 10 degrees early, since the temperature will rise as it rests). Remove the chicken to a plate or cutting board and let rest 5 to 10 minutes so the juices can reincorporate (if you plan to shred the right in your slow cooker, you can let it rest there).
- 4When the chicken is cooked through, shred it using a hand mixer, two forks, or your fingers. Serve as desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
68
calories
13g
protein
1g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 0g
- Saturated fat
- 0.3g
- Sodium
- 26 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.0g
4 servings per batch · ~57g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Crockpot Shredded Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains only 13g of protein and 68 calories with 1g fat and 0g carbs. This is essentially a plain protein base meant to be mixed into other dishes or paired with carbs and fats.
How long does Crockpot Shredded Chicken take to prep?
Quick prep time makes this an efficient base recipe for batch cooking. At 4 servings, you can make multiple batches in one session to freeze for later use across different meal prep weeks.
Is Crockpot Shredded Chicken good for fat loss?
At 68 calories per serving with minimal fat and zero carbs, this is a versatile lean protein that fits any macro approach. Use it as a base to build custom meals by adding your own carbs and fats to hit specific calorie targets.
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