Shredded chicken is the ultimate meal prep MVP – it’s versatile, freezes beautifully, and transforms into completely different dishes depending on how you season and serve it. The problem with most shredded chicken recipes is they’re either bland or loaded with unnecessary calories from heavy sauces and processed ingredients. These 15 healthy shredded chicken recipes solve that problem by packing maximum flavor into every bite while keeping things clean and nutritious.
The beauty of shredded chicken is that you can make a big batch on Sunday and have the foundation for quick, healthy meals all week long. Whether you’re stuffing it into sweet potatoes, tossing it with fresh salads, or wrapping it in whole grain tortillas, these recipes will keep your taste buds interested and your health goals on track. Say goodbye to boring chicken dinners and hello to your new favorite meal prep solution.
1. Healthy Shredded Chicken: Buffalo Quesadillas
These buffalo chicken quesadillas can become a lunch staple that will last for years. It’s one of the simplest and tastiest meals- beware, because you might crave it weekly! Use a low-carb tortilla and some low fat cheese and you’ve got a healthy, high protein lunch that will keep you full for hours. It’s also great for on the go!
2. Crispy Chinese Shredded Chicken
This recipe delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort, combining just a few ingredients to create a bold, savory dish. With less than 10 minutes of active prep time, your Instant Pot and oven do the rest. At 0 Weight Watchers points, it’s diet-friendly while remaining satisfying. The versatile crispy Chinese shredded chicken works perfectly in salads, wraps, and rice bowls, making it ideal for meal prep, whether served fresh or frozen for later use.
3. Healthy Shredded Chicken: Buffalo Chicken Pie
One thing I love about this “chicken pie” recipe is how easy it is to change up the flavor. If you don’t like buffalo chicken, switch it to BBQ easily. All you really need is some shredded chicken, crescent rolls, and an idea of what flavor you want it to be. It’s a fun, delicious weeknight dinner option.
4. Crescent Chicken and Rice Casserole
Speaking of shredded chicken and crescent rolls, try out this delicious chicken and rice casserole! A few healthy swaps like using low fat cream of chicken soup instead of full fat saves you calories without sacrificing flavor. You get 6 hefty servings from this one dish so you can either save leftovers for lunch the next day or feed a very hungry family!
5. Healthy Shredded Chicken: Enchilada Casserole
This chicken enchilada casserole sits at the crossroads between a taco and a pizza, featuring tortilla rolls smothered in red enchilada sauce and cheese that conceals a soft, creamy, well-spiced chicken filling mixed with red bean cream. This game-changing recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and health-conscious eating, taking under an hour to prepare while being both satisfying and adaptable to your preferences.
6. Peruvian Chicken Stew
This popular Peruvian dish is composed of shredded chicken cooked in a creamy sauce of onions, yellow ají peppers, evaporated milk, bread, soda crackers, Parmesan cheese, and a few nuts. In this healthier version, the recipe calls for plain Greek yogurt instead of evaporated milk. It keeps a bit of Parmesan for flavor, and substitutes cornstarch for the bread as a thickener. This lighter version of ají de gallina will have you licking your fingers without guilt!
7. Healthy Shredded Chicken: WW Chicken Salad
This chicken salad is the perfect meal prep lunch, requiring no heating whether you’re at home or on the go. Pack it with ready-to-eat carbs like pretzel thins for a fork-free healthy meal anywhere. Unlike traditional chicken salad croissant sandwiches containing about 11 grams of saturated fat, this recipe has less than 1 gram per serving, significantly reducing heart disease risk and cholesterol concerns while maintaining delicious flavor.
8. Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
If you’re a fan of cheesy pasta but want to maintain your diet, this recipe is ideal. And you can even adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control the spice level if you’re serving adults vs kids. The lightened-up cheese provides the desired creaminess of a pasta dish while keeping this pasta bake low in fat and calories.
9. Healthy Shredded Chicken: Coconut Curry Soup
One of the best uses of shredded chicken is soup. And this coconut curry soup is light enough to work for summer, spiced enough to work for winter, and delicious enough for you to want to make it year round! You can cook this soup up within 3 hours with a crockpot or within 30 minutes on the stove, so it will fit any schedule you have.
10. Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti
Add a delicious spin to your usual spaghetti night with this Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Bake, a simple and hearty meal the whole family will enjoy. This saucy, flavorful pasta is baked to creamy, melty perfection using whole-grain spaghetti, juicy shredded chicken, and three kinds of cheese. At just 7 Weight Watchers points per serving, it’s both nourishing and easy to make with simple everyday ingredients you likely have stocked.
11. Healthy Shredded Chicken: Potato Corn Chowder
I love a hefty potato chowder, and this one has added shredded chicken so why not enjoy a delicious soup with extra protein? You can use leftover rotisserie chicken, leftover Thanksgiving turkey, or any veggies you have on hand that need to go. Make this at the end of the week when you just have random items leftover in your fridge that need to be used before they go bad.
12. Chicken Pot Pie Bubble Up
This recipe technically calls for cooked and cubed chicken, but shredded would work just as well so I included it. And once you make it, you’ll be thankful that it’s on this list. It’s one of the most popular recipes on this site for good reason! The bubble up part of the casserole is buttery biscuits that help give the chicken filling a delicious crust.
13. Healthy Shredded Chicken: Broccoli Pasta Salad
This protein-packed pasta salad delivers a hefty 14 grams of protein per serving thanks to the chicken, making it substantial enough to serve as a quick meal when you’re in a pinch. The Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad is incredibly versatile—don’t like almonds? Simply leave them out! Don’t hesitate to customize this dish by using your favorite vegetables and dressing to make it uniquely yours while maintaining its satisfying, healthy appeal.
14. Buffalo Chicken Squares
These 6-ingredient squares will be your new favorite go to for a high-protein snack. They’re buttery with the perfect amount of spice. And you can enjoy a whole square for just 150 calories, which is enough to give you a boost of energy without sacrificing a ton of calories for the day.
15. Healthy Shredded Chicken: White Chicken Chili Tacos
Spruce up your Taco Tuesday with these fun white chicken chili tacos. I love this recipe anytime I have leftover shredded chicken because it’s such a delicious way to get it used up. They’re a hit whether you’re making a family dinner or hosting a taco buffet. Trust me – these will be on your weekly menu consistently.
These 15 healthy shredded chicken recipes prove that meal prep doesn’t have to be boring. Make a big batch of shredded chicken on Sunday, and you’ll have the foundation for quick, flavorful meals all week long. Which one is your favorite? Comment and let us know!
