How to cook shredded chicken

Print our recipe below to keep on hand whenever you need to make shredded chicken for meal planning.

The best way to cook chicken for shredding is in the slow cooker. Follow my simple tips:

How to store shredded chicken

You can store shredded chicken in airtight containers or bags in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can also store it in individual servings in the freezer.

Tip: Add a small amount of the liquid from the slow cooker to the storage container (or bag) because it will stop the chicken from drying out.

Ways you can use shredded chicken

I make shredded chicken often and we use it in a variety of dishes including:

Chicken salad for sandwiches Homemade empanadas Chicken noodle soup or chicken and dumplings Quesadillas

Here are some more delicious recipes that you can use shredded chicken in:

Buffalo chicken pinwheels Make-ahead chicken enchiladas Chicken alfredo casserole

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