What to Make for Dinner With Boiled Chicken

These Shredded Chicken Recipes are easy dinner ideas that are perfect for meal prep because they all start with easy shredded chicken (Instant Pot and Crockpot recipes included).

Table of Contents

1. Why shredded chicken is the perfect meal prep:
2. How to make Shredded Chicken:
3. How to make Crockpot Shredded Chicken:
4. How to make Instant Pot Shredded Chicken:
5. How to shred chicken:
6. How to store shredded chicken:
7. How to swap shredded chicken for uncooked chicken in recipes:
8. Shredded Chicken Recipes:
9. 30+ Shredded Chicken Recipes Recipe

I'll admit, when I was young, newly married, and childless, I hated leftovers.

Cooking was something I loved, and if I made a huge batch of something and was then forced to eat it for days on end? Not something I looked forward to!

But as life gets busier, the more I value having something prepped and ready in the fridge.

That's where these Shredded Chicken Recipes come in.

Why shredded chicken is the perfect meal prep:

Shredded Chicken is such a great thing to have prepped ahead because of how versatile (and delicious!) it is!

It really goes with anything, and you can add more or less seasoning or other sauces depending on what you want to do with it.

It's lean, it's healthy and high in protein — basically, it checks all of my boxes!

I've included two different ways to make chicken for these shredded chicken recipes — in the Crockpot and in the Instant Pot. These are my favorite ways to make tender, juicy shredded chicken without babysitting it on the stove.

From there, the options are endless!

How to make Shredded Chicken:

Using the stovetop to make Shredded Chicken is quick and easy!

The result is incredibly juicy and tender chicken that's perfect for any of these recipes.

Get my stovetop Shredded Chicken Recipe here.

How to make Crockpot Shredded Chicken:

This Crockpot Shredded Chicken recipe is one of my most popular recipes, and for good reason.

It's moist, juicy and perfectly seasoned! It's flavorful but not overpowering so it really goes with anything.

Find my Crockpot Shredded Chicken recipe here.

How to make Instant Pot Shredded Chicken:

This Instant Pot Shredded Chicken is much the same as my slow cooker recipe above, but made with lightning speed!

Pressure cookers make shredded chicken so, so easy and still super juicy, so if you have one, it's really a great option for meal prepping.

Find my Instant Pot Shredded Chicken recipe here.

How to shred chicken:

I guess I'm a little old school this way, but I prefer to just use two forks and pull it apart.

There are lots of people who use a hand mixer or stand mixer, and just get in there and it's shredded in a minute or less, but I find the chicken turns to mush and is super fine.

I like to shred my chicken with forks because I can make the chunks as big or small as I want, and keep some of the texture of the chicken (so you can see it actually is chicken!).

You do you 😉

And now what to do with all of that delicious chicken! Here's your dinner inspiration for the week ahead:

How to store shredded chicken:

Cooked, shredded chicken can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or in the freezer for 3-6 months.

This makes it a great dinner component to make ahead for busy days!

How to swap shredded chicken for uncooked chicken in recipes:

Some of these recipes call for cooked cubed or shredded chicken, and some call for raw chicken.

Swapping pre-cooked shredded chicken for the raw chicken in any of these recipes is a great way to cut down on prep and cook time and make life easier!

Since the chicken doesn't require any cooking, you can simply stir it in to soups and pastas in the last few minutes of cook time to reheat.

For casseroles, you will want to add in the chicken before it goes into the oven.

Shredded Chicken Recipes:

Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

These Instant Pot Chicken Tacos come together quickly and can be made from fresh or frozen chicken breasts or thighs (or both!)! Perfect for tacos, salads, or taco bowls.

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Easy Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

The easiest Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup — gets thick and creamy, unlike those recipes that just add milk or cream. Perfect for a chilly day!

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Chicken Rice Soup

This Chicken Rice Soup is a hearty, healthy soup recipe that's perfect for fall! Loaded with vegetables, lean chicken and brown rice it can be made stove top or slow cooker.

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Chicken Tortellini Soup

This Chicken Tortellini Soup is loaded with vegetables, tender shredded chicken and cheese tortellini! Easily made stove top or crockpot, with fresh or frozen chicken!

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Chicken Pesto Pasta

This Chicken Pesto pasta is made in one pot and ready in 30 minutes! It's an easy dinner idea that makes great lunches the next day!

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Chicken Alfredo Pizza

This Chicken Alfredo Pizza is creamy, cheesy and loaded with chunks of chicken, crispy bacon and spinach! With homemade pizza dough and homemade Alfredo sauce.

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Chicken Tetrazzini

This Chicken Tetrazzini is made with juicy shredded chicken, sauteed mushrooms, peas, and a creamy homemade sauce, topped with cheese and baked until golden!

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup

This Chicken Pot Pie Soup is thick and creamy, loaded with vegetables and tender pieces of chicken! It is made in one pot and topped with biscuits or pastry, making it the perfect cold weather comfort food.

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White Chicken Skillet Lasagna

This White Chicken Skillet Lasagna is made with SIX ingredients in ONE pot! It's creamy and hearty and the perfect comfort food.

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White Chicken Chili

This White Chicken Chili is ultra thick and creamy, with shredded chicken, white beans and corn and just the right amount of spice! Make ahead and freezer friendly, perfect for pantry cooking.

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Chicken Pot Pie

This Chicken Pot Pie is made with homemade pie crust, a thick and creamy filling of chicken and vegetables and baked to golden perfection. The perfect comfort food dinner!

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One Pot BBQ Chicken and Bacon Pasta

This One Pot BBQ Chicken Pasta is smoky and savory, with tender chicken breast, crispy bacon, and your favorite BBQ sauce — an easy one pan dinner idea the family will love!

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Chicken Fajita Pasta

This One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta is a complete meal in one, with veggies, sliced chicken breasts, and pasta in one flavorful sauce!

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Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

This Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is made in ONE pot with just SIX ingredients and in 30 minutes! It really doesn't get easier or more flavorful than this.

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Chicken Gnocchi Soup

This Chicken Gnocchi Soup is better than Olive Garden! Loaded with tender chicken, chunks of vegetables, spinach in a creamy, flavorful broth – don't forget the crusty bread!

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Chicken Alfredo Bake

This Chicken Alfredo Bake is an easy casserole recipe made with pasta, homemade Alfredo sauce and lean chicken breasts. Meal prep and freezer friendly.

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Chicken Barley Soup

This Chicken Barley Soup is hearty, healthy and made with 6 ingredients! Easily customizable and you can make it stovetop or slow cooker!

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Creamy Dill Chicken Salad

A creamy dill chicken salad sandwich made with fresh dill, mayo, yogurt, garlic, chicken and red onion. The perfect summer sandwich.

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Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

This Instant Pot White Chicken Chili is creamy and hearty with just the right amount of spice! Loaded with lean chicken, white beans, green chiles and corn it's sure to be a crowd pleaser!

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Instant Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup

This Instant Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup is loaded with vegetables and cheese tortellini! The perfect chicken soup for a chilly day — made in 30 minutes or less and freezer friendly!

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Instant Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup

Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti

This Cheesy Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is an easy crockpot meal for busy weeknights! It's made healthier with no canned soups, lean chicken breast and added veggies, and it cooks completely in the slow cooker for less clean up! Includes step by step recipe video.

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Creamy Italian Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

This Creamy Italian Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup is even better than the original! With garlic, spinach, roasted red pepper and a touch of cream and Parmesan it is hearty and flavorful!

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Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice

This Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice is easy, cheesy, and loaded with veggies, fiber and protein for a complete slow cooker dinner that the kids will love, too!

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Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash

Swap spaghetti squash for regular pasta, make this easy, cheesy chicken Alfredo sauce and you have a delicious dish for both veggie and meat lovers.

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Italian Chicken Tortellini Skillet + RECIPE VIDEO

This Italian Chicken Tortellini Skillet is an en easy meal made completely in one pot — loaded with roasted red peppers, spinach, tomatoes, herbs and cheese!

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{Slow Cooker} BBQ Chicken Chili Mac

{Slow Cooker} BBQ Chicken Chili Mac: a hearty one-pot pasta meal that cooks completely in the crockpot! Forget dirtying other dishes — you can cook it all together without risking mushy pasta. www.thereciperebel.com

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Chicken Alfredo Quesadillas

These Chicken Alfredo Quesadillas are an easy lunch, dinner or snack! They're filled with leftover chicken, Alfredo sauce and cheese — easy comfort food! A 10 minute meal.

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Chicken Verde Enchilada Bake

Chicken Enchilada Bake is layers of shredded chicken, corn tortillas, green enchilada sauce and cheese topped with a flavorful homemade salsa! It's a family friendly meal that satisfies!

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One Pot Chicken Chow Mein

Loaded with juicy chicken, bell peppers, cabbage, peas and carrots, this One Pot Chicken Chow Mein is a fast and healthy dinner the whole family will love!

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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Easy, cheesy, and insanely delicious, these gluten-free Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes make a fantastic lunch or dinner any day of the week!

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Healthier Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Bake

This Healthier Creamy Chicken Spaghetti Bake is a healthier version of a Pioneer Woman classic — completely homemade with no cream soups! It's an easy make ahead and freezer friendly meal.

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Thai Peanut Chicken Flatbread

Light Thai Peanut Chicken Flatbread is a quick and healthy recipe perfect for a weeknight dinner! A thin and crispy flatbread is topped with Crock Pot Thai Peanut Chicken, cheese and crunchy vegetables and peanuts.

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Creamy Chicken Fajita Chopped Salad

Creamy Chicken Fajita Chopped Salad comes together in less than 15 minutes! It is packed with fresh veggies, butter lettuce, creamy white cheddar dressing and fajita seasoning.

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Baked Chicken Tacos

Chicken Tacos are the perfect EASY weeknight dinner. OVEN BAKED chicken tacos have lots of flavor and none of the stress. Best tacos ever!

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No leftover shredded chicken? This easy Shredded Chicken recipe is perfect for making ahead and using in any of the recipes above.

• 1½ cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¾ teaspoon seasoning salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 1½-2 pounds

• In a large skillet, whisk together broth, Italian seasoning, seasoning salt, pepper and garlic powder.

• Add chicken breasts to the pan and bring to a simmer over high heat.

• Reduce heat to a low simmer (don't boil!) over low or medium-low heat and cover.

• Cook for 15-20 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken breasts reads at least 165 degrees F.

• Remove chicken from the pan and shred using two forks or an electric mixer. Serve or place back into the liquid to keep warm and moist.

• Store in the liquid in the refrigerator, or reserve the liquid for another use (it has great flavor!). Cooked chicken can be stored up to 4 days in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.

Calories: 97 cal | Carbohydrates: 1 g | Protein: 17 g | Fat: 2 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 48 mg | Sodium: 396 mg | Potassium: 339 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 29 IU | Vitamin C: 1 mg | Calcium: 13 mg | Iron: 1 mg

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My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!

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