Shredded Chicken and Vegetable Slow Cooker Bowl

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Juicy shredded chicken slow-cooked with a medley of vegetables, seasoned simply for a healthy, kid-friendly meal that’s easy to serve over rice or grains. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe, ready in about 440 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, carrots, zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 420 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, toss 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 2 minutes per side until lightly browned but not cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Place the seared chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Add 2 large diced carrots, 1 medium diced zucchini, 1 large chopped yellow onion, and 1.5 cups low sodium chicken broth.
  4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  5. Step 5: Remove the chicken thighs and shred them with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the vegetables and broth.
  6. Step 6: Serve the shredded chicken and vegetables over cooked rice or your favorite grain for a wholesome meal.

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