Shredded chicken is one of our favorite ingredients to have on hand. You can create almost any dish with it, and it’s surprisingly easy to prepare. Once you’ve made a large batch, you can pop it into sandwiches, wraps, pasta, stews, soups, salads, casseroles, tacos, and many other dishes.
Check out our list of 18 delicious recipes with shredded chicken. You’ll wish you’d discovered them sooner!
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Chicken Noodle Soup
Egg noodles, tender pulled chicken, chicken broth, and fresh vegetables combine to create this comforting and classic soup. Leftovers can be put into large freezer bags and stored for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Sous Vide Shredded Chicken
Cooking the chicken in a sealed plastic bag helps lock in the seasonings and makes the chicken tender and juicy. A healthy alternative to traditional shredded chicken, this recipe has only 87 calories per serving.
Taco Bell Shredded Chicken Burrito
This classic Taco Bell recipe copycat is a flavor combination of shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and cilantro lime rice. Serve with avocado-ranch dressing for a delicious meal.
Mexican Pulled Chicken
Marinating chicken thighs in a smoky spice sauce gives this recipe a burst of flavor. Once the chicken has been pan-seared to a deliciously crispy brown, it can be easily shredded into pieces using two forks and then added to your favorite Mexican recipes.
Spicy Chipotle Shredded Chicken Quesadilla
Smoky chipotle-tomato sauce gives these quesadillas an extra kick of flavor. Filled with shredded chicken and melted cheddar cheese, these are the perfect meal to serve hot from the pan.
Crockpot BBQ Shredded Chicken
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are combined with BBQ Sauce, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar in this savory meal. Easy to make by adding all the ingredients in the crockpot and cooking either on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 6 to 7 hours.
BBQ Shredded Chicken Casserole
Chicken, sweet corn, cheddar cheese, and tangy barbecue sauce combine in one pan in this easy-to-prepare and serve recipe. Store the leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Easy BBQ Baked Pulled Chicken
Combine boneless, skinless chicken breasts with onions, brown sugar, and other flavorful ingredients to create this delicious dish that can be used in sandwiches, wraps, and much more. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, and pull the chicken apart with two forks.
Shredded Chicken Breasts
This recipe creates chicken that is moist and flavorful due to being pan-seared before cooking in chicken broth. Once cooked, the chicken can be shredded either by using two forks or in a stand mixer.
Easy Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
Cooking the chicken in an Instant Pot means that this recipe is ready in 30 minutes without the hassle of dirtying many pans. Serve this deliciously tangy pulled chicken on sandwiches, on top of a salad, or as a side dish.
Shredded Chicken Taco Recipe
Easy to prepare in 30 minutes with pan-fried chicken pieces, this recipe is bursting with delicious Mexican flavors. Old El Paso hard taco shells can be used to give the meal crunchy goodness.
Shredded Chicken Sandwiches
Combine chicken breasts, onions, and homemade sauce in a slow cooker to create this delicious dish. Cook for 8 hours at low temperature, then pull apart with two forks and serve on crusty buns for a yummy meal.
Easy Shredded Chicken Enchiladas
Shredded chicken and Mexican-style cheese stuffed into corn tortillas and topped with enchilada sauce create this easy and delicious meal. Top with chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, diced onions, avocado slices, and sour cream for an even tastier dish.
Shredded Chicken Nachos
These healthy and easy-to-prepare nachos combine shredded chicken breasts and tortilla chips with various toppings, including red onion, diced tomatoes, and avocados. Super easy to make using a baking tray in a 350-degree oven, these nachos are an excellent option for a meal or a late-night snack.
Shredded Chicken Pasta Bake
Pasta, salsa, sour cream, taco seasoning, shredded chicken, and cheese come together to create this creamy, delicious Mexican dinner. Mix all the ingredients and bake in one pan for easy clean-up.
Shredded Buffalo Chicken
Chicken, buffalo sauce, white vinegar, butter, and spices combine to add flavor and zest to this recipe. Easy to make using either a slow cooker or the stovetop, this recipe makes delicious chicken that you can use in a salad, on a sandwich, or in a quesadilla.
Shredded Chicken Salad
Shredded chicken breast is mixed with cabbage, grated carrots, sliced green onions, and chopped roasted peanuts in this fresh, Asian-flavored dish. A tangy vinaigrette dressing gives the salad flavor without the extra calories of a creamy one.
Boiled Shredded Chicken
Gently simmering chicken breasts covered in 1 inch of water is a healthy alternative to traditional pan-fried pulled chicken recipes. The cooked and shredded chicken can be used in a variety of recipes, including pasta salads, sandwiches, casseroles, tacos, and soup.
Easy Recipe With Shredded Chicken: Chicken Noodle Soup
Ingredients
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces canned chicken or shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cloves garlic minced (optional)
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 medium carrots peeled and sliced thin
- 2 stalks celery sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth low sodium recommended
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Serving – optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the canned chicken.
- Place a 6-8 quart stockpot over medium heat. Add the olive oil, arlic, onions, carrots and celery to the stockpot. Sauté for 3-5 minutes.
- Add canned chicken, chicken broth, bay leaves and thyme. Raise heat to high and bring the soup to a boil, skimming off any impurities that rise to the surface with a large spoon.
- Remove Chicken. Using two forks, shred the chicken into smaller pieces.
- Add egg noodles to the broth and bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until noodles are tender.
- Remove bay leaves and discard. Stir in the shredded chicken along with the optional parsley and lemon juice.
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper to your preference. Serve and enjoy!
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