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Shredded chicken is a classic meal prep staple, but if you're new to meal prep or need some ideas, it might be a challenge to know What to Make with Shredded Chicken! As a lover of pulled chicken, I've compiled all my favorites with tips and tricks for keeping pulled chicken tender and getting the most out of every meal. You'll be a meal prep master in no time!
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- Shredded Chicken Meal Prep is Easy
- Recipes using Shredded Chicken
- Shredded Chicken Casseroles
- Easy Pulled Chicken Recipes
- Sauces for Shredded Chicken
- Soups with Shredded Chicken
- More Easy Shredded Chicken Recipes
- Meal Prep Ideas
- Tips for Pulled Chicken Meals
- Meals with Shredded Chicken FAQ
- Easy Dinner Prep Ideas
- Reviews
If you were to look in my freezer on any random day, there's one thing I promise you'll find: portion-sized freezer bags of homemade shredded chicken, ready to turn into delicious dinners for weeks to come.
Having kids got me hooked on meal prep, which I'm sure many of you can relate to! After long days of sports practice and family activities, having an easy, tasty protein on hand made dinners a breeze. It was often a toss up between chicken or leftover pulled pork recipes. Even now that it's just me and Ron, we love how meal prep leaves us plenty of time to spend with each other on our hobbies.
Looking for easy leftover shredded chicken recipes? Then check here first! These recipes are all super easy, super delicious, and best yet, every single one is a favorite from my kitchen to yours!
Shredded Chicken Meal Prep is Easy
- Super fast and easy for weeknights
- Great for make-ahead dinners
- Large portions are perfect for families!
- Super kid-friendly!
- Budget-friendly ingredients; no expensive grocery lists
Recipes using Shredded Chicken
Of course, to make any of these pulled chicken recipes, you'll need to start with shredded chicken! Luckily, I have the perfect easy pulled chicken recipe just for you, complete with three super-easy methods. Whether in the Instant Pot, slow cooker, or right on the stove in your favorite pot, this recipe makes shredded chicken easy! Cook a few chicken breasts, pack the meat in the freezer, and start meal prepping!
Shredded Chicken Casseroles
Of all the recipes that use shredded chicken, casseroles are some of my favorites. They're as easy to assemble as boiling pasta and tossing all the ingredients in a bowl, and you can easily double or even triple the recipe to make big batches. Plus, they freeze up beautifully for easy meals on the fly!
Easy Pulled Chicken Recipes
When it's meal prep day, I always think about what I can make in big batches and freeze for appetizers later! My favorites are shredded chicken empanadas, of course, but ever since the grandkids started visiting, chicken taquitos have been an enormous hit. Don't forget appetizers and snacks when considering what to do with pulled chicken!
Sauces for Shredded Chicken
Soups with Shredded Chicken
I love a good chicken soup, and luckily, soup is one of those meals that store well and freeze well, making them absolutely perfect for stocking the freezer and using up leftovers! Plus, they're easy to make with ingredients as simple as canned beans and chicken stock, making them super budget-friendly, too!
More Easy Shredded Chicken Recipes
One of my favorite things about cooking is improvising and finding new combinations of recipes and ingredients to make new favorites. Shredded chicken can be used for pretty much everything, be it chicken enchiladas, buffalo chicken sandwiches, shredded chicken tacos, or a big hearty salad with bacon bits and shreds of cheese.
Meal Prep Ideas
Tips for Pulled Chicken Meals
- Shredded chicken has a mild flavor, so it's best served with added seasonings or sauces! I recommend using fresh herbs when you can to brighten up the flavor.
- Because chicken tends to be a leaner meat than pork or beef, it can dry out easily. Make sure to store leftovers with a little extra water or chicken broth to keep them moist.
- I like to store pulled chicken in quart-sized plastic bags; it's the perfect amount for making a meal for two, and it's extra convenient when you make a big batch.
- If a dish calls for raw or cubed chicken, you can substitute shredded chicken, so long as there's plenty of liquid to prevent it from drying out.
- If you want, you can use a rotisserie chicken and shred it instead of cooking your own.
Meals with Shredded Chicken FAQ
Like most cooked meats, leftover shredded meat will last 4-5 days in the refrigerator. I highly recommend freezing it as it will last up to 3-4 months frozen, making it perfect for long-term meal prep!
In my experience, you can't go wrong with cheese and warming Mexican spices like cumin, chili powder, paprika, and chipotle. Buffalo sauce is also a classic, with cheddar cheese, cream sauces, and a fluffy rice or pasta base!
Yes, pulled chicken and shredded chicken are the exact same thing.
Easy Dinner Prep Ideas
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