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Chicken and Vegetable Slow-Cooker Shredded Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A hearty and easy slow-cooker recipe for tender shredded chicken with vegetables, perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 carrots carrots (sliced)
  • 2 stalks celery stalks (sliced)
  • 1 small onion (quartered)
  • 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions 

  • Place carrots, celery, and onion in the slow cooker, then add the chicken on top.
  • Sprinkle garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Pour broth and olive oil around it.
  • Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken shreds easily.
  • Remove chicken, shred with forks, then stir back into vegetables and broth.
  • Cool completely before freezing in containers. Reheat before serving.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Healthy, Slow Cooker