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    Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken

    Published: Nov 8, 2022 · Modified: Oct 2, 2023 by Katie · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a comment.

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    Make juicy, shredded chicken in your Dutch oven in just 90 minutes, using only 2 ingredients! Fork-tender Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken is perfect for meal prep, make-ahead meals, and enjoying warm and fresh out of the oven.

    Pulled chicken (dutch oven) in a blue bowl, on top of a blue napkin, with a fork.

    Prepare moist, easy-to-pull-apart chicken in your Dutch oven in a fraction of the time it takes to make pulled chicken breast in your slow cooker.

    This quick and easy cooking method is one of my favorite ways to cook up a big batch of chicken breast. The cooked chicken can be used in a variety of recipes throughout the week, making dinner prep a breeze!

    Chicken recipes are one of my specialties. If you need to know how to cook chicken breast in a cast iron skillet, how to boil chicken thighs, or how to bake Panko Chicken, I've got you covered!

    After you make Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken, you can use your cooked chicken to make my Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup or buffalo chicken baked potatoes!

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    • Recipe highlights
    • Ingredient notes
    • Equipment needed
    • How to make Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken
    • Substitutions
    • What to make with pulled chicken
    • How long does pulled chicken last in the fridge?
    • Can this chicken be frozen?
    • FAQs
    • Recipes you'll also like
    • Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken
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    Recipe highlights

    • Making pulled chicken in the Dutch Oven yields the same results as a slow cooker, but way faster!
    • A simple pulled chicken is low-carb, paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-approved!
    • You only need about 5 minutes of prep time, and then the oven does the rest of the work for you!
    • You can serve pulled chicken (Dutch oven) in a dozen different ways! My favorite way to eat pulled chicken is with BBQ sauce or teriyaki sauce.

    Ingredient notes

    Ingredients needed to make Dutch Oven pulled chicken.
    • Chicken breast: You'll need boneless, skinless chicken breast. I like to use 3-4 medium-sized breasts. I also like to trim any large pieces of fat.
    • Chicken stock/broth: Chicken stock and broth will add moisture to the pulled chicken and some flavor. Since we aren't using many ingredients for this recipe, I like to use a high-quality chicken stock like Pacific Foods Organic Chicken Stock.
    • Optional ingredients: To add even more flavor, you can season your raw chicken breasts with kosher salt, pepper, any other dried seasonings, fresh herbs, or flavor enhancers that you enjoy.

    *A detailed ingredient list can be found in the recipe card below.

    Equipment needed

    You'll need a cast iron Dutch Oven with a lid. I use the Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven. I know many other bloggers like the Amazon brand of Dutch ovens as well!

    How to make Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken

    Recipe rundown

    1. Place the chicken in the Dutch Oven.
    2. Pour chicken stock over top of the chicken breasts.
    3. Cover and bake for 90 minutes at 350°F.
    4. Shred the cooked chicken.

    Step-by-step instructions

    Step 1: After you've trimmed any large fatty pieces from your chicken breast, lay the chicken breast in the bottom of your enameled Dutch Oven.

    Step 2: If you'd like, you can season your chicken breast pieces. I like to just do salt and pepper, but you can skip this step entirely if you want.

    Pour about 1 cup of chicken stock over top of the chicken breast.

    Raw chicken breasts in a Dutch Oven with chicken stock.

    Step 3: Place the lid on top of the Dutch Oven and transfer the Dutch Oven to your oven preheated to 350°F. Cook the chicken for 90 minutes.

    Step 4: After 90 minutes, remove the chicken from the oven. Transfer the cooked chicken breast to a large mixing bowl. Using 2 forks, shred the chicken into stringy pieces. The chicken will easily pull apart!

    That's it! Now that you have moist and juicy pulled chicken, you can toss it with your favorite sauce (I love teriyaki and BBQ), mix it with mayonnaise for chicken salad wraps, or save it for a quick and easy meal later!

    Substitutions

    Since this is a 2 ingredient recipe, there isn't much to substitute. Your only flexibility is with the liquid you're adding to the pot.

    You can use any chicken broth, chicken stock, vegetable broth, or broth concentrate that you prefer. You can even use water in a pinch! If you use water, though, I would definitely add some seasonings to your chicken.

    What to make with pulled chicken

    The list of lunches and dinners to make with juicy, shredded chicken is endless! Here are some of my favorite ideas.

    • Pizza - Sub it into this Leftover BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza or make my 4-ingredient BBQ chicken flatbread pizza recipe.
    • Nachos - Add some taco seasoning to the pulled chicken and then add it to your nacho toppings.
    • Tacos - Taco-seasoned chicken is a yummy low-fat protein for tacos.
    • Sandwiches and wraps - Chicken makes an excellent protein for sandwiches and wraps.
    • Taquitos - Toss the shredded chicken with cream cheese, salsa, and taco seasoning. Place a dollop onto a corn tortilla, roll it up, and bake until toasty and heated through.
    • BBQ chicken sandwiches - Serve the chicken tossed with BBQ sauce on a thick, crusty roll. Top it with a slice of cheese and put it under the broiler for a minute or two to melt the cheese.
    • Baked potatoes - Top a baked potato (no foil) or a baked sweet potato with the cooked chicken. Again, BBQ sauce would be delicious here!
    • Add it to garden salads!
    • Toss with your favorite Asian-style sauce (I like Kinder's Teriyaki) and serve over rice.
    • Creamy chicken salad - I have two recipes for creamy chicken salad. You've got to try my chicken salad wraps and my Mediterranean chicken salad pitas.
    • Meal prep - If your main focus is getting a protein cooked for lunch and don't plan to add any sauces, then this is a great option! It's delicious and flavorful on its own.

    How long does pulled chicken last in the fridge?

    If stored properly, pulled chicken will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Store leftover chicken in a glass, airtight container or in ziplock bags.

    Can this chicken be frozen?

    Pulled chicken can be frozen for up to 3 months. Transfer individual portions of pulled chicken to freezer-safe ziplock bags. Squeeze out all of the air, seal the bag tightly, and lay it flat on your freezer shelves.

    FAQs

    How do I reheat pulled chicken?

    Reheat cooked chicken in the microwave or on the stovetop in a small frying pan. The frying pan method is my preference. Personally, I think the microwave changes the flavor of cooked chicken.

    What is the difference between shredded chicken and pulled chicken?

    There is no difference between shredded chicken and pulled chicken. The terms shredded and pulled can be used interchangeably, and they both refer to the same cooking method.

    How do you add moisture to pulled chicken?

    If you want moist pulled chicken, you'll need to add liquid to your cooking pan and make sure you do not overcook the chicken.

    Can I make pulled pork in a Dutch oven?

    Yes, you can make juicy and fork-tender pulled pork in your Dutch oven! Follow my recipe for Dutch Oven Pulled Pork for the best results.

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    Making shredded chicken just got a whole lot easier thanks to your Dutch Oven! Your Dutch Oven will make tender and moist pulled chicken in only 90 minutes or less. Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken is perfect for meal prep, make ahead meals and for enjoying warm and fresh out of the oven.

    • Author: Katie
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 90 minutes
    • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x
    • Category: lunch, dinner
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Gluten Free

    Ingredients

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    • 2-3 pounds chicken breast
    • 1 cup chicken stock/broth
    • Optional:  Kosher salt, black pepper

    Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
    2. Trim any fatty pieces from your chicken breast.  Transfer the chicken breast to the bottom of an enameled Dutch Oven.  Lay the chicken breast pieces in a single layer if possible.  Some overlapping is fine. 
    3.  Season the chicken with salt and pepper if you'd like.  I like to season my chicken but this step is optional.  
    4. Pour 1 cup of chicken stock or chicken broth over top of the chicken in the Dutch Oven. 
    5. Place the lid on top of the Dutch Oven. Transfer your Dutch Oven to your preheated oven.
    6. Cook the chicken for 90 minutes.  After 90 minutes, check to make sure your chicken has reached an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
    7. Remove the Dutch Oven from the oven and transfer the chicken to a mixing bowl.  Using two forks, shred the chicken.  The chicken should be tender and easily pull apart.  
    8. Mix some of the juices leftover in the Dutch Oven into the pulled chicken if you'd like.  
    9. Serve the pulled chicken immediately or save for later! 

    Notes

    • The nutrition information shown below is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.  It should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice. 

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 241
    • Sugar: 0.6 g
    • Sodium: 142.2 mg
    • Fat: 5.4 g
    • Carbohydrates: 1.4 g
    • Fiber: 0 g
    • Protein: 43.5 g
    • Cholesterol: 139.1 mg

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    Comments

    1. Sue Henchy says

      September 09, 2024 at 3:58 pm

      Made this again just last night! So good!

      Reply
      • Katie says

        September 11, 2024 at 9:33 am

        I'm so happy it's a go-to for you!

        Reply
    2. Katie says

      May 15, 2023 at 5:39 pm

      There are so many ways to use pulled chicken! I love this cooking method!

      Reply
    3. Susie says

      November 21, 2022 at 6:35 pm

      Love this! Fast and makes so much, easily two to three meals. Added bbq sauce to some and created a grain bowl. Plan to make chicken salad too. Great idea.

      Reply
      • Katie says

        November 23, 2022 at 8:05 am

        Thank you so much for your feedback! I'm so glad you liked it!

        Reply

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