Valentina's Corner
Learn how to Boil Chicken with this simple recipe and you’ll never want to use any other method! Whether using shredded chicken for sliders or in soup, you cannot go wrong with this chicken.
This classic cooking method is a favorite, along with our Pan-Seared Chicken Breast and the Air Fryer Chicken.
SHREDDED CHICKEN RECIPE-
Shredded chicken is a classic recipe that everyone should learn how to do! It is such an easy recipe and the uses for pulled chicken are endless! You can add shredded chicken to your salads, pot pies, soups or even pastas, you need this easy recipe. All you need to do is follow along for how to boil chicken.
INGREDIENTS-
- Chicken– You want to make sure you use boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. It can be either chicken breast or chicken thighs, both work great for this how to boil chicken tutorial.
- Broth– We use chicken broth when cooking the chicken to give it more flavor! You can also just use water and add more seasoning.
- Seasoning– This recipe calls for just salt and pepper for the seasoning, but you can use any of your favorite seasonings. Classic Chicken Seasoning, for a spicy Cajun Seasoning and Taco Seasoning may be added to the water.
HOW TO BOIL CHICKEN-
This how to boil chicken recipe is so EASY to make and ready in no time!
- Add the chicken breast, broth, salt, and pepper into a large pot. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat for about 18-20 minutes.
When is my chicken cooked? Cooked chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
SLOW COOKER METHOD-
- Add the chicken broth, chicken breast, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours.
HOW TO SHRED CHICKEN-
There are two different ways to shred chicken!
- Fork Method– Place the cooked chicken on a cutting board or plate. With two forks, begin to separate and shred the meat. Do this with all of the chicken, shredding the desired size.
- Mixer Method– Add the chicken breast into a large bowl and with a mixer, mix the chicken breast until shredded. We love using our stand mixer for this!
Once you have shredded the chicken, add to a container until ready to use. If you like juicer chicken, add some of the liquid from the pot to the chicken.
STORING-
This shredded chicken is perfect for making ahead of time, meal prepping and freezing!
- Fridge– Add the chicken breast in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
- Freeze– This recipe is GREAT to freeze. Add the cooled shredded chicken into freezer safe plastic bags and freeze for up to 2-3 months. We love making an extra batch to freeze for later!
SERVING SHREDDED CHICKEN-
This shredded chicken can be used so many different ways! Here are some of our favorite ways to use this how to boil chicken recipe:
- Enchilada Soup
- Chicken Pot Pie
- Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Easy Chicken Taquitos
- Chicken Salad over Mixed Greens
- Mushroom Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
- Chicken Wraps
- Southern Chicken Salad
- Chicken Quesadillas
How to Boil Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Add the chicken breast, broth, salt, and pepper into a large pot. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat for about 18-20 minutes.
Slow Cooker Method-
- Add the chicken broth, chicken breast, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours.
How to Shred Chicken-
- Fork Method- Place the cooked chicken on a cutting board or plate. With two forks, begin to separate and shred the meat. Do this with all of the chicken, shredding the desired size.
- Mixer Method- Add the chicken breast into a large bowl and with a mixer, mix the chicken breast until shredded. We love using our stand mixer for this!