Mediterranean Spiced Crockpot Shredded Chicken
This Mediterranean spiced shredded chicken, cooked in a crockpot, is incredibly tender and full of flavor. Perfect for meal prep or a healthy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- slow cooker
- small bowl
- whisk
- cutting board
- forks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried marjoram
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for a slight kick
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Lightly grease your slow cooker or use a slow cooker liner.
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Seasoning & Cooking
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, marjoram, thyme, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Pour chicken broth around the chicken, and arrange lemon slices on top if desired.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 3.5-4 hours, until the chicken is easily shredded.
Shredding & Serving
- Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board or in a large bowl.
- Using two forks, shred the chicken to your desired consistency.
- Return the shredded chicken to the cooking liquid, stir, and let it sit for a few minutes to absorb the juices before serving.
Notes
This versatile shredded chicken is excellent in wraps, salads, or as a protein source for various Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Adjust spice levels to your preference. Adding fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro at the end can brighten the flavors even further.