Shredded Chicken and Cheese
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Shredded Chicken and Cheese recipe, a savory combination of tender chicken, melted mozzarella, and perfectly balanced seasonings. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish features boneless, skinless chicken breasts simmered in flavorful chicken broth, shredded to perfection, and coated in gooey melted cheese for maximum comfort food appeal. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cook time, this one-pan wonder serves as the ultimate versatile meal—enjoy it as a standalone entrée, stuffed into tacos or burritos, or paired with your favorite side dishes. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this recipe is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or looking for a delicious meal-prep solution, this cheesy shredded chicken will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a medium pot and pour in the chicken broth. The broth should cover the chicken fully; if not, add water until the chicken is submerged.
Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Set the pot over medium-high heat and bring the broth to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the broth and place it on a cutting board. Let it cool slightly, about 5 minutes, before shredding it with two forks or your hands.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat it evenly in the oil.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken and stir until the cheese is fully melted and coats the chicken evenly, about 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt or pepper to taste).
Transfer the shredded chicken and cheese to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately as a main dish, or use it as a filling for tacos, burritos, sandwiches, or alongside your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.9 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.9 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 5263 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 171.4 g | 343% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1704 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1340 mg | 29% | |
*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.
