16 Recipes Ideas for Shredded Chicken (Dinners, Dips & More!)
If you’re looking for easy meal ideas with shredded chicken, or simple recipes to make use of leftover rotisserie chicken, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here! With everything from easy dinners, to baked dips, and dinner salads, shredded chicken is the star of the show.
Chicken continues to be one of the most popular ingredients to cook with, and that proves to be true in my kitchen as well! Sometimes we get bored of making whole chicken breasts and need to keep it interesting by changing up the way in which we serve it.
Shredded chicken has become our new family favorite, mainly because of the ability to make it ahead of time and it’s versatility in so many different dishes. Below there are options for everything from crock pot meals, soups, salads, quick lunches, dips and more!
I love using shredded chicken in my recipes because it’s lean, mild and takes on whatever flavor you choose. It’s easy to keep some in the freezer and pull it out a day or two in advance and place in the fridge to thaw overnight.
If you love chicken and want to try more of my most popular chicken recipes, try my Honey Butter Chicken or Easy Chicken Piccata.
Check out all my dinner recipes here. There’s lots more inspiration to get you through those busy weeknights.
Happy cooking!
Chicken Black Bean Enchilada Casserole
Chicken Black Bean Enchilada Casserole is a weeknight rockstar with Thick Cut Colby Jack Shredded Cheese, all the flavor of enchiladas, and none of the rolling!
Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos
Enjoy the taste of Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos, where tender chicken gets a flavor boost from homemade taco seasoning! This easy recipe makes perfectly slow-cooked chicken ready to tuck into tortillas and customize with your favorite toppings!
Shredded Chicken Avocado Caesar Wraps
These Shredded Chicken Avocado Caesar Wraps offer a perfect blend of chicken and avocado, all wrapped up with a tangy homemade Caesar dressing in a tortilla! This hand-held meal is a great way to enjoy a portable lunch or dinner!
BBQ Chicken Kale Salad
Chopped kale salad with BBQ chicken, crispy chickpeas, avocado and ranch dressing.
Pulled BBQ Chicken Burgers
Pulled BBQ Chicken Burgers are made with sweet BBQ sauce, a quick, tangy slaw, spicy pepper jack cheese and creamy avocado making them a huge crowd pleaser.
Shredded Chicken Salad
Enjoy a tasty Shredded Chicken Salad! A mix of tender chicken breast, crunchy almonds, grapes, and fresh tarragon to pack it with flavor. Serve cold with sandwiches, crackers, or in lettuce cups!
Cheesy Shredded Chicken Taco Dip
Packed with flavorful seasoned shredded chicken, creamy cream cheese, and gooey jack cheese, this Cheesy Shredded Chicken Taco Dip is the ultimate party appetizer or game day snack! With just a few simple steps, you can have this hot and bubbly dip ready to serve with your favorite chips!
Shredded Chicken Parmesan Sliders
You’ll love these easy Shredded Chicken Parmesan Sliders, a quick and delicious twist on an Italian classic! With tender shredded chicken tossed in marinara sauce and melted cheese on soft buns, topped with homemade garlic butter, these sliders are perfect for any meal!
Instant Pot Coconut Lime White Chicken Chili
An easy and delicious white chicken chili that can be made in the slow cooker or the Instant Pot.
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Greens
Indulge in the comforting goodness of this Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Greens. With aromatic carrots, diced fennel, onions, and a hint of garlic, this soup offers a rich and fresh flavor and is the perfect way to enjoy a warm bowl of comfort!
Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken u0026 Rice Soup
This simple, comforting, and classic Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken u0026amp; Rice Soup comes together in minutes and is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken
The easiest and most delicious shredded chicken that’s great for tacos, salads and more!
5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken
Enjoy the simplicity of meal prep with this 5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken, the perfect blend of convenience and taste! With just chicken breasts, homemade taco seasoning, salsa, corn, and black beans, you’ll have a versatile dish ready to enhance your tacos, rice bowls, or salads in no time!
25 Minute Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup
An easy, quick to make dinner soup coming right up! This lemon-chicken soup recipe comes together in just 25 minutes with the help of an Instant Pot. It’s made with fresh vegetables, shredded chicken breast, and no noodles! You can’t go wrong with a big warm bowl of this homemade soup!
5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken
This 5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken recipe is your go-to solution for perfectly cooked chicken that’s versatile enough for any meal. Just set it, forget it, and enjoy tender, flavorful chicken ready to add to your favorite dishes!