How to Make Shredded Chicken and Beef

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By Laura Leiva
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Shredded beef

Easy to make in a slow cooker, beef and chicken are perfect proteins to shred and use in a variety of meals. Slow cooking the meat ensures that it stays moist and retains flavor, as well as being able to cook large batches for freezing to use at a later date.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Slow cooker
Chicken breasts
Beef (roasts or tenderloins)

How to Make Shredded Chicken and Beef

Step 1

Place the chicken or beef into a slow cooker with a cup of water or broth. You may add seasonings if desired, such as salt and pepper, or any type of herb.
Step 2

Set slow cooker to high for 4 hours, or low for 6 hours and wait until meat is tender and ready to be shredded.
Step 3

Shred the meat with two forks, and use remaining broth to moisten the meat until it is served. Shredded chicken or beef is great for pasta dishes, salads, sandwiches or many ethnic dishes, especially Mexican food.