Place the chicken breasts in a pot or slow cooker. Add chicken broth, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings you desire.

Cook the chicken until thoroughly cooked through. For a stovetop pot, simmer for 20-25 minutes. In a slow cooker, cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours. For an Instant Pot, cook on high pressure for 10-12 minutes, followed by a natural pressure release for 5 minutes.

Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the liquid. Allow them to cool slightly until they are easy to handle.

Using two forks, shred the chicken by pulling them apart in opposite directions. Alternatively, if using a stand mixer, place the chicken in the bowl with the paddle attachment and mix on low speed until shredded. You can also use your hands (once cooled enough) or a sharp knife to chop the chicken finely.