25+ Easy & Delicious Shredded Chicken Recipes
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Looking for the best shredded chicken recipes? I’ve got you covered with over 25 delicious ideas, plus cooking methods and meal prep tips. From enchiladas to salads and soups, there’s a recipe for every occasion!
If you’re looking for the best shredded chicken recipes, you’re in the right place. Shredded chicken is one of my favorite meal prep staples because it’s incredibly versatile and can be used in everything from salads and soups to bowls, casseroles and tacos.
I often cook a big batch of shredded chicken during my weekend meal prep so I can use it throughout the week in recipes like my Greek yogurt chicken salad, healthy chicken enchiladas, or Brunswick stew. It’s one of the easiest ways to save time in the kitchen while still having plenty of healthy meal options ready to go.
Below you’ll find over 25 shredded chicken recipes including protein-packed salads, hearty grain bowls, comforting soups and easy weeknight dinners.
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How to Make Shredded Chicken for These Recipes
If you want to make any of the recipes below quickly, I recommend starting with a batch of shredded chicken. My favorite method is slow cooker shredded chicken because it’s simple and the chicken turns out tender every time.
You can cook boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs in the slow cooker for 3–4 hours on low and shred them once they’re done. One batch usually gives you enough chicken to make several of the recipes in this list throughout the week.
Once you have your shredded chicken ready, scroll through the recipes below and pick your favorite!
Diet Preference Key
DF = Dairy-free GF = Gluten-free
Protein-Packed Chicken Salads
These chicken salads are perfect for meal prep lunches and are an easy way to use leftover shredded chicken.
- Buffalo Chicken Salad GF
- Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad GF
- Tarragon Chicken Salad GF
- Southwest Chicken Salad GF
- Blueberry Corn Chicken Salad GF, DF
- Sonoma Chicken Salad (Whole Foods Copycat) GF
- Curry Chicken Salad GF, DF
- Almond Butter Chicken Salad GF, DF
- Chicken Fajita Pasta Salad DF
- Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad GF, DF
Chicken Grain Bowls
These hearty bowls are great for meal prep and make a filling lunch or dinner.
Chicken Protein Bowl GF, DF
Chicken Fajita Bowls GF
Chicken Burrito Bowl GF
Roasted Harvest Bowls GF
Chicken Soup Recipes
Shredded chicken is perfect for soups because it adds protein and flavor without extra prep.
Detox Soup GF, DF
Chicken Enchilada Soup GF, DF
Mexican Sweet Potato Chicken Soup GF, DF
Chicken Fajita Soup GF, DF
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup DF
White Bean Chicken Chili GF, DF
Chicken Tortilla Soup GF, DF
Chicken Noodle Soup DF
Healthy Brunswick Stew GF, DF
Easy Chicken Dinners
These recipes are perfect for weeknight meals and use shredded chicken as an easy protein boost.
Healthy Chicken Tacos GF, DF
Healthy Chicken Enchiladas
Confetti Chicken Casserole GF
Healthy Chicken Quesadilla
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip GF
When cooking the chicken in the crockpot, what are your favorite spices to use for a “universal” shredded chicken to use in lots of recipes? Can you give proportions of spices per pound? Thx!
Honestly, just salt and pepper are my go-to spices. 🙂
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Wow! This is fantastic! This just cut my meal planning time for the month considerably! I can’t wait to make these! I’ll make them this evening and freeze them for eating later this month!
You can also shred chicken with your handmixer. After you’ve cooked it of course. Shreds it in less than a minute perfectly