Everyday Shredded Chicken Filling
Transform your weeknight meals with this flavorful and versatile Everyday Shredded Chicken Filling! This quick and easy recipe combines tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts with a robust blend of spices, including smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin, all simmered in a savory chicken broth for maximum flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing filling is perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, or even sandwiches. Plus, it’s meal-prep friendly—store it in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze for later use. Whether you’re looking for a protein-packed addition to your weeknight dinner rotation or a make-ahead recipe to keep you fueled, this shredded chicken filling is a must-try.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Add the olive oil to a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
Place the chicken in the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside temporarily.
In the same pan, pour in the chicken broth, ensuring to scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan for added flavor.
Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Return the chicken breasts to the pan, ensuring they are partially submerged in the broth. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid.
Simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
Using two forks or a hand mixer, shred the chicken into fine pieces.
Return the shredded chicken to the pan with the remaining broth and stir to coat the meat in the flavorful liquid. Allow the chicken to simmer over low heat for an additional 2-3 minutes, letting it absorb the spices.
Serve the shredded chicken immediately or use it as a filling for tacos, burritos, sandwiches, or salads. It stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.4 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2047 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 112.7 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1251 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
