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To plan for busy weeknights, prepping ahead is a lifesaver, and this little trick is one everyone should know. Batch-cook chicken breasts and then shred them using a stand mixer. The 3 pounds of chicken will yield about 7 cups shredded, enough for 2 recipes that each use 3 cups, with a bit leftover. And it keeps frozen up to 3 months. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Ashley Strickland Freeman.
Ingredients
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12 SERVINGS
- 3 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 breast pieces)
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
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Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Arrange chicken breasts on the parchment paper and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until the juices run clear in the center (cut to test), 25-30 minutes.
- While chicken is still hot, cut or tear it in half or thirds. Transfer half of the chicken to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Turn the mixer to low and “mix” until the chicken begins to shred into bite-size pieces. Remove the shredded chicken and repeat the process until all is shredded.
- Use chicken immediately, or store in 3 (3-cup) portions: Place the shredded chicken in zip-top plastic bags and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Or freeze for up to 3 months.
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130Calories
Sodium
Fat
Carbs
Fiber
Potassium
| Calories130Calories from Fat25 |
| % DAILY VALUE |
| Total Fat3.5g5% |
| Saturated Fat1g5% |
| Trans Fat |
| Cholesterol75mg25% |
| Sodium330mg14% |
| Potassium420mg12% |
| Protein24g |
| Calories from Fat25 |
| % DAILY VALUE |
| Total Carbohydrate0g0% |
| Dietary Fiber0g0% |
| Sugars0g |
| Vitamin A2% |
| Vitamin C2% |
| Calcium2% |
| Iron0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Reviews(6)
Yummly User 9 months ago
Amazing shredding hack.
Yummly User a year ago
I learned this trick a while ago, but it is the best... the only way I shed chicken. It saves so much time. 😊
Yummly User 3 years ago
This method is golden. Can't believe I'd never heard of this before. May try it with smoked pulled pork next. Will save me from burning my hand.
Yummly User 3 years ago
the recipe is very delicikus
Yummly User 3 years ago
I braised the chicken because I wanted it for a chicken enchilada casserole. Shredded it this way and it was fantastic! It did not take forever to shred. Thanks!
Yummly User 3 years ago
Haven’t made it yet but I’m going to shred my chicken this way.