1-2poundschicken breastsup to 4 pounds is possible
1cupchicken broth
1teaspoonkosher salt
½teaspoonground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
In a 5 quart, heavy-bottomed Dutch oven, place the chicken breasts. If needed, it is ok to layer the chicken. Be aware the cooking time will take a bit longer, but it will work.
Pour in the chicken broth.
Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
Add the cover and place in a preheated oven for 35-45 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165 degrees F is reached.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for ten minutes.
With two forks, a hand mixer, or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, shred the chicken.
Store shredded chicken with a bit of cooking liquid in an airtight container. Keep the chicken in the refrigerator for up to four days or in the freezer for four months.
Notes
Use for recipes calling for cooked, shredded chicken.