These shredded chicken recipes are fast and flavorful. From pizza to soup, they go well beyond the classics.
38 Easy Shredded Chicken Recipes
Updated on Sep. 17, 2024
Lime Chicken Tacos
Shredded chicken fits perfectly in a taco! Versatile and easy, you can add extra spices if you want a bit more heat. Any leftovers of this meal can be tossed into a garden salad the next day.
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General Tso’s Stew
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love Asian food and wanted a chili-like soup with the distinctive flavors of General Tso’s chicken. The slow cooker makes this super easy, and you can use any meat you like. It’s wonderful with turkey, ground meats or leftover pork. —Lori McLain, Denton, Texas
This unique dish combines the spicy and tangy flavors of General Tso’s chicken with the warm richness of a stew. You just let it sit in the slow cooker while your home is filled with a restaurant quality scent.
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Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken
Total Time
7 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a fabulous slow-cooker ranch chicken recipe that we have passed around to all our friends, especially those who have young children. It's wonderful for a cold winter night or a hot summer day when you don't want to turn on the oven. Serve it as a weeknight family dinner or for a large group. —Sonya Stark, West Jordan, Utah
With little prep time comes big flavor payout. Kids will love this creamy ranch chicken (and so will adults!)
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Buffalo Chicken Chili
Total Time
5 hours 40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Buffalo chicken chili is rich in the best way. The cream cheese, blue cheese and tangy hot sauce join forces for a dinner recipe everyone will love. —Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin
Buffalo chicken has found its way into wrap and dips, but how about chili? This rich chili combines cream cheese, blue cheese and hot sauce for an unforgettable experience.
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Carolina-Style Vinegar BBQ Chicken
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I live in Georgia, but I appreciate the tangy, sweet and slightly spicy taste of Carolina vinegar chicken. I make my version in the slow cooker. After the tempting aroma
fills the house, your family is sure to be at the dinner table on time! —Ramona Parris, Canton, Georgia
Carolina vinegar BBQ chicken is a tangy flavor explosion that involves white vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes and chicken broth. Remember: Carolina BBQ is not the same as other regional BBQ sauces, so know what you’re getting when making this recipe.
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Saucy Thai Chicken Pizzas
Total Time
4 hours 25 min
Servings
2 pizzas (6 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Contributor Gigi Miller, from Stoughton, Wisconsin, provided a fabulous recipe for sweet and saucy chicken thighs that she serves with rice. We took it a step further, and used the chicken and sauce to make this restaurant-inspired Thai chicken pizza. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Pizza toppings can be anything these days, with interesting combinations popping up all the time. This pizza is no different with peanut sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and shredded chicken making for a sweet and crunchy meal.
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I got the idea for these sliders from my mom and dad, who’d made a similar recipe for a family get-together. To make it special, I sometimes use several types of Buffalo sauce and let my guests mix and match their favorites. —Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio
These sliders are the perfect appetizer at a party, or dinner for a big family. Quick and easy, you can go about your day while the chicken simmers.
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Pressure-Cooker Asian Wraps
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is similar to other Asian wraps but it's packed with even more deliciously healthy flavor. Instead of ordering Chinese, why not try making these yourself? —Melissa Hansen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
These Asian wraps are packed with a hefty serving of broccoli coleslaw mix for a nice crunch. Served with a ketchup, honey, ginger and oil sauce, they are sweet and savory.
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Grandma’s Cajun Chicken & Spaghetti
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m originally from Louisiana, where my grandma spoke Cajun French as she taught me her spicy chicken spaghetti. —Brenda Melancon, McComb, Mississippi
This spicy spaghetti has cayenne pepper, green pepper and green chilies. With two types of protein, this is a balanced and lighter dish than most pastas.
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Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
Total Time
3 hours 35 min
Servings
16 egg rolls
From the Recipe Creator:
One of my favorite slow-cooker recipes is this impressive buffalo chicken egg rolls appetizer. You can wrap the filling in egg roll wrappers and bake, or, for a bite-size version, use smaller wonton wraps. —Tara Odegaard, Omaha, Nebraska
Best served with ranch or blue cheese, these crispy appetizers are great for a crowd. Although they’re not as crunchy as deep fried egg rolls, these are easy to make and easier to enjoy.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Salad
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We use this super-duper chicken across several meals, including it in tacos, sandwiches, omelets and enchiladas. My little guys love to help measure the seasonings. —Karie Houghton, Lynnwood, Washington
This taco salad is as nice to eat as it is to look at. This shredded chicken can be used for multiple meals including tacos, sandwiches and omelets.
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Chicken Chimichangas
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I developed this quick and easy recipe through trial and error. I used to garnish it with sour cream, but I eliminated it in order to lighten the recipe. My friends all love it when I cook these chimichangas, and they're much healthier than deep-fried. —Rickey Madden, Clinton, South Carolina
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Pressure-Cooker Tandoori Chicken Panini
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The tandoori-style spices in this chicken give it a bold flavor that’s so hard to resist. It tastes incredible tucked between pieces of naan, then grilled for Indian-inspired panini sandwiches. —Yasmin Arif, Manassas, Virginia
This Indian-inspired panini is grilled between two pieces of naan. The chicken has strong but simple flavors that you’ll keep coming back to.
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Chicken Sliders with Sesame Slaw
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone loves barbecue chicken sliders. My version has an Asian twist, with spicy, tangy flavors. At our potlucks, they quickly vanish. —Priscilla Yee, Concord, California
These sliders are a spin on traditional BBQ chicken sliders. With an Asian twist, they’re tangy and spicy.
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Slow-Cooked Chicken Enchilada Soup
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings (3-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This soup delivers a big bowl of fresh comfort—just ask my husband. Toppings like avocado, sour cream and tortilla strips are a must. —Heather Sewell, Harrisonville, Missouri
This soup has customizable topping options like sour cream, tortilla strips and avocado. Comforting with a kick, this soup is perfect for a cozy night in.
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The Ultimate Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My first Wisconsin winter was so cold, all I wanted to eat was homemade chicken noodle soup. Of all the chicken noodle soup recipes out there, this type of soup is my favorite and is in heavy rotation from November to April. It has many incredibly devoted fans.—Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado
Chicken soup is the food equivalent of a big hug. Safe, warm and nostalgic, this shredded chicken recipe will have you coming back again and again.
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BBQ Chicken Sliders
Total Time
4 hours 55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Brining the meat overnight helps make these BBQ chicken sliders taste exceptionally good. Plus, they're so tender, they melt in your mouth. —Rachel Kunkel, Schell City, Missouri
These BBQ chicken sliders are great for a potluck or big gathering. Meant to bring people together, these tender sliders will melt in your mouth.
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Harvesttime Chicken with Couscous
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even on busy days, I can start this chicken in the slow cooker and still get to work on time. When I come home, I whip up a spinach salad and crescent rolls to round out the menu. —Heidi Rudolph, Oregon, Illinois
This slow-cooker shredded chicken recipe is for busy days. You can serve bread or veggies with this well-rounded and delicious dinner.
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Balsamic Chicken
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our kitchen is tiny and cramped, so we try to grill simple (but tasty) meals outside as often as possible during the summer months. Dried herbs work as well, but during the summer use fresh herbs for the best taste. —Kelly Evans, Denton, Texas
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BBQ Chicken Baked Potatoes
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These baked potatoes are meals in themselves, with a smoky barbecue flavor that will make your mouth water. You can top them with your favorite cheese and garnishes. —Amber Massey, Coppell, Texas
All your comfort foods wrapped into one, these BBQ chicken baked potatoes have everything you can ask for. Add your favorite toppings to really send it over the top.
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Orange Barley Chicken
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother used to prepare orange chicken with rice back in the ‘60s, and it was so good. My version uses pearl barley instead of rice, and I added parsnips for flavor as well as baby carrots for color. —Helen Glazier, Seattle, Washington
This orange chicken gets its citrus flavor from three cups of orange juice. These unique flavor combinations, along with easy to follow directions, call for a dinner you won’t be able to forget.
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Chicken Tamales
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
20 tamales
From the Recipe Creator:
I love making these homemade tamales. They take a little time to make but are so worth the effort. I usually make them for Christmas, but my family wants them more often, so I freeze a big batch. —Cindy Pruitt, Grove, Oklahoma
If you have some time on your hands, make a batch of homemade tamales. They freeze well, so you can reap the rewards of your hard work for months.
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Slow-Cooker Orange Chicken
Total Time
3 hours 50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a family-friendly recipe that even the kids will like. It's easy to prepare and flavorful enough to share with dinner guests. — Sherry Kozlowski, Morgantown, West Virginia
This family-friendly shredded chicken recipe will satisfy your pickiest of eaters. It can be served over noodles or rice.
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White Chicken Chili
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Folks will enjoy a change from traditional chili when they dip their spoons into this flavorful blend of tender chicken, white beans and just the right amount of zip. This is our favorite white chicken chili recipe. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
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Chipotle Pulled Chicken
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
At our house, low-and-slow recipes have to have kid and husband appeal, plus good marks for nutrition. This chipotle chicken wins in both categories. Use leftovers for zippy barbecue pizzas or burritos. —Tamra Parker, Manlius, New York
This easy and slow meal is great for families! Use leftovers for barbecue pizzas or burritos.
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Green Chile Chicken Chili
Total Time
5 hours 25 min
Servings
10 servings (3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
The prep work for this chili is easy thanks to several pantry staples. It’s loaded with shredded chicken and beans. The spicy heat can be tamed a bit with cool sour cream. —Fred Lockwood, Plano, Texas
You can add a bit of sour cream to tame the spice from this green chile chicken chili. It tastes best served with chips.
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Spicy Chicken and Rice
Total Time
5 hours 50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As a working mom with two kids, I have little time to prepare something hearty during the week. This recipe is easily tossed together in the morning and fabulous to come home to at night. Both of my picky eaters love it! —Jessica Costello, Westminster, Massachusetts
This spicy chicken is filling, hearty and easy to make. Set it in the slow cooker while you go about your day.
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Polynesian Pulled Chicken
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the aroma of pork as it cooks but don't eat pork, so I make a pulled chicken with coconut and pineapple for a Polynesian twist. —Becky Walch, Manteca, California
This coconut and pineapple chicken mimics that of a pulled pork recipe. It’s sweet and savory and just what you’ll need after a long day.
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Shredded Barbecue Chicken over Grits
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There’s nothing like juicy meat served over creamy grits. And the pumpkin in these grits makes them taste like a spicy, comforting bowl of fall flavors. Your family will come running to the table for this one. —Erin Renouf Mylroie, Santa Clara, Utah
Grits are the perfect foundation for meat, and these are no exception. The pumpkin makes these grits taste like fall.
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Southwestern Chicken & Lima Bean Stew
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to have my daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren over for this supper. They make me so happy with their compliments or just by going to fill up their bowls again. It's a good-for-you hit. —Pam Corder, Monroe, Louisiana
This stew has some spice and everything nice. With cumin, green pepper and fire roasted tomatoes, you won’t be able to stop filling your plate.
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Busy-Day Chicken Fajitas
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I don't have much time to cook supper, slow-cooker chicken fajitas are a flavorful way to keep my family full and satisfied. If you aren't cooking for young tastes, try spicing things up with medium or hot picante sauce. —Michele Furry, Plains, Montana
You can adjust the spice levels of these fajitas by using hot picante sauce or sour cream. Depending on if you’re feeding kids or a group, you can even let people add their own fillings.
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Easy Slow-Cooker Chicken Ropa Vieja
Total Time
5 hours 20 min
Servings
6 Servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When discussing various methods of cooking ropas, a friend of mine told me her sister adds apple juice. I thought a Granny Smith apple might give the dish an extra kick—and it does. The ropas may also be served with hominy or tortillas, but I think the plantains add a special touch. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
This dish can be served with plantains or hominy. Instead of apple juice, this shredded chicken recipe takes it right from the source with a medium Granny Smith apple.
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Grandmother’s Southern Chicken ‘n’ Dumplings
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was a child, my grandmother could feed our entire family with a single chicken—and lots of dumplings. —Cathy Carroll, Bossier City, Louisiana
You’ve never seen dumplings look so uniform. These Southern-style dumplings will warm up anyone on a cool evening.
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Bourbon Barbecue Chicken Tacos
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I wanted to try a different take on taco night and decided on a barbecue theme. Even my father enjoyed this meal, and he doesn’t usually care for tacos. —LaDale Hymer, Cleveland, Oklahoma
Take a break from your usual taco night and try these bourbon barbecue chicken tacos. You can use lettuce wraps to cut half of the carbs.
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Keto Chicken Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our keto chicken soup has all the comfort but none of the carbs found in traditional chicken noodle soup. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Quick and easy to prepare, this keto chicken soup features tender chicken, fresh spinach and aromatic vegetables, all simmered in a savory broth. It’s the perfect recipe for a comforting, low-carb meal ready in no time
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Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets
Total Time
5 hours 20 min
Servings
14 mini sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, pita sandwiches and Moroccan seasonings. The addition of the carrot salad laced pomegranate seeds and with dates lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can be substituted for pitas. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
The carrot salad adds a much needed crunch to these chicken tagine pockets. You can substitute the tortillas for pitas as well.
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Zucchini-Wrapped Chicken Enchiladas
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Thin planks of zucchini are the perfect low-carb substitute for tortillas when making enchiladas. It's a healthy and delicious alternative and also looks so pretty on a plate. —Donna Kelly, Lehi, Utah
From zoodles to zucchini wraps, zucchini has come a long way in food substitutions. But don’t knock it until you try it; these chicken enchiladas just might find their way into your dinner rotation.
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Spiced-Up Healthy Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
14 servings (3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
“This has been a hit with family and friends. It’s spicy, low-fat and filled with good-for-you ingredients.” Diane Tayman — Dixon, Illinois
This spicy and low-fat soup is as well rounded as it is delightful. While it might appear light, it is actually hearty and dense.
