Dutch Oven Shredded Chicken Recipe
Dutch Oven Shredded Chicken is a simple and flavorful dish where chicken is cooked in a Dutch oven until tender enough to shred. It is versatile and can be used for tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more.
Equipment
- Dutch oven (with lid)
- Measuring Cups And Spoons
- Tongs or a spatula
- Forks (for shredding the chicken)
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2-3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Heat the olive oil in the Dutch oven over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. (Optional: Add onions and garlic during this step for extra flavor.)
- Pour the chicken broth (or water) into the Dutch oven, ensuring there’s enough liquid to partially cover the chicken.
- Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Let it cook for 1.5-2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- Remove the chicken from the Dutch oven and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and mix it with the remaining juices for extra flavor.
- Use the shredded chicken in tacos, sandwiches, salads, or any dish you like. You can also store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.