How to Shred Chicken

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How to shred chicken fast so you can get more meal prep recipes done in less time!

by Laura Fuentes·published 2020-02-18

Lunch/DinnerHow To

Servings

['5', '5 cups']

Total time

20 min

prep 3 min

Calories / serving

135 kcal

Ingredients (6)

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Instructions (6 steps)

01Using the poaching method to cook the chicken breasts, place the chicken in a large soup pot, and add the water to cover the chicken by about 2 inches.
02Generously season the water with salt and your choice of spices and herbs. The measurements above suggest peppercorns and herbs, but don’t skip the salt.
03Bring the water to a boil, and flip the chicken breasts over using a pair of kitchen tongs.
04Place a lid over the pot and turn off the heat. Let the chicken sit in the water for 10 minutes or until cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165F. You can check by removing the chicken from the pot onto a board and using a meat thermometer.
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