Shredded Chicken
This easy shredded chicken recipe delivers juicy, flavorful meat in just 20 minutes using a quick stovetop method. Perfect for meal prep, this versatile chicken is ideal for tacos, soups, casseroles, salads, and more. Skip the bland boiled chicken—this seared and steam-poached version gives you better taste and texture every time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Prep/Protein
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken in a single layer and season with salt and black pepper.
- Sear chicken undisturbed for 5 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip over.
- Pour in chicken broth, cover the skillet, and reduce heat slightly. Steam the chicken for 7–10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Shred the chicken using two forks or in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on low speed for 15 seconds.
- Optional: Drizzle some of the reserved pan broth over the shredded chicken for extra moisture and flavor.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for added flavor and tenderness.
- Infuse the broth with herbs or garlic for enhanced flavor.
- Add spices like cumin or smoked paprika if using the chicken in tacos or burritos.
- For a lighter method, skip searing and simply poach the chicken in broth.
- Ideal for batch cooking—freeze in individual portions for easy future meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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