17 Shredded Chicken Recipes That Are Juicy and Delicious

Simple but mighty, shredded chicken is incredibly rewarding to have on hand. From assembling your meal prep to bulking up soups and stews, it never fails to have this versatile protein ready to go. Plus, there are so many ways to prepare it! Whether you're cooking in your Instant Pot, poaching on the stove or using your slow cooker, your favorite shredded chicken can be cooked 'til fall-apart perfection in just a few steps. If you're unsure where to start, try this slow cooker recipe. It takes only a few minutes to get into the pot, cooks while you go about your day and will reward you with meals all week. Use the shredded chicken in salads, sandwiches, pastas, quesadillas, tacos, soups — or even as a pizza topping.

Chicken tinga is easy to make at home. Once you shred your chicken warm it in a flavorful sauce made from chorizo, garlic, chipotle pepper and tomato. Then, simply spoon over store-bought tostadas.

You can’t go wrong with Ree’s 16-minute pulled chicken. She roasts tomatoes peppers and onion, then blends the veggies until smooth to make a quick and delicious sauce. It'll be your new go-to when making tacos, fajitas and even quesadillas.

Forget burger night! Rachael serves up juicy, shredded chicken flavored with a quick, sweet-and-savory sauce made with brown sugar, spices and tomato paste. The sauce is key here, as it ensures that your chicken will be perfectly tender and pack a punch!

Cook a couple of pounds of chicken at the start of the week, shred it up, and you have the base for an infinite number of quick and easy meals. This version of the meal prep staple is so flavorful, you don't need to do much (or really anything) to dress it up. Our trick for well-rounded flavor? Seasoning the cooking liquid with garlic salt, sweet paprika, onion powder and salt and pepper.

Who would have thought that a little pineapple could take pulled chicken to delicious new heights? The sweetness of the fruit keeps the spicy habaneros in check for the perfect balance of flavors. Toss chicken thighs in the slow cooker in the morning, and you'll have perfectly juicy meat that's ready for sandwiches by dinner time.

Ree's secret to a super speedy bowl of chili? The pressure cooker! This filling meal is ready in under an hour and will feed a family of six.

If you’re ready to up your culinary skills, Bobby’s next-level recipe is for you. There’s a bit of work involved but trust us, these chicken-stuffed chile peppers are worth it. They’re creamy, cheesy and delicious — in every bite.

There’s no shortage of flavor with this super-simple take on pulled chicken! Diced green chiles, fresh cilantro, chili powder and cumin ensure this protein is anything but bland. Bonus? It'll be on the table in under an hour!

Trust us — you'll crave these spicy chicken tacos every night of the week. Mary simmers chicken thighs in a seasoned broth, so the meat is perfectly juicy and flavorful. Serve with your favorite toppings for a super-special taco night!

Any cut of chicken will work for this dish, but Ree opts for skin-on, bone-in thighs for two reasons: One—she likes the flavor of dark meat. Two—cooking them on the bone with the skin helps add flavor and keep them tender.

Shredded chicken is good for more than just meal prep and sandwiches! Simmer a thick, rich broth with celery, onion and bell pepper and load it with shredded chicken for this streamlined version of a Louisiana classic. An irresistible soup that you’ll want to make over and over again, gumbo is influenced by West African, Native American and European culinary cooking.

Inspired by the sweet-and-savory flavors of the tropics, this shredded chicken features pineapple, garlic and cayenne pepper. Top it with a simple, creamy homemade slaw for the perfect sandwich. Chicken thighs get extra juicy when cooked in the pressure cooker — and they're often more affordable than chicken breasts, too!

This slow cooker version of the classic soup is super easy to make. We used chicken thighs because they're less expensive than breasts and tend not to dry out. If you like, skip the noodles and stir in your favorite cooked grain at the end.

For a quick and impressive meal, layer crunchy corn tortillas with smoky chipotle pulled chicken, coleslaw, sour cream and avocado. Typically made with beans, meat and vegetables, this Mexican favorite is incredibly flexible with the toppings. While you can take a shortcut by shredding rotisserie chicken, it's really so simple to make your own.

Inspired by the flavors of your favorite takeout dish, these chicken sandwiches are a beautiful symphony of flavors. A pickled broccoli slaw contrasts beautifully with the chicken, which gets its sweet and sour flavor from hoisin sauce and sweet chili sauce. Top with jalapeño for a kick!