8 quick recipes with shredded chicken for those who love practicality but can't give up flavor

Monday 3 November 2025 10:00 - Mirella Mendonça
8 quick recipes with shredded chicken for those who love practicality but can't give up flavor

Shredded chicken is that ingredient that everyone has in the fridge and that, let's face it, usually ends up in the same recipes: pie, risotto, salpicao. But the truth is that it can make incredible, practical dishes with completely different flavors.

If you think you've explored all the ways to use chicken, wait until you see these ideas: they're creative, easy and full of texture, perfect for varying the week's menu without spending more time in the kitchen.


The king: shredded chicken

The basis is simple: a well-cooked and shredded chicken breast can be transformed into creamy pastas, irresistible fillings, complete salads or even quick snacks.

The secret lies in the seasoning, the accompaniments and the combinations of ingredients - small adjustments that completely change the flavor and take the chicken out of the everyday sameness.

Our recipes and inspirations are here:

Chicken gyros, the greek sandwich you'll love!Recipe Chicken gyros, the greek sandwich you'll love!

Let's travel to Greece today! Discover Chicken Gyros , the Greek sandwich that's sure to amaze you! This Mediterranean delight is made with marinated chicken, grilled to perfection, and served in a soft pita bread. Add to this a super-creamy...


Air fryer fajitas: a delicious filling in no time!Recipe Air fryer fajitas: a delicious filling in no time!

Fancy some fajitas but don't feel like doing a lot of washing up? Long live the Air Fryer ;-) Here's how to make a fajita filling cooked in the Air Fryer, by mixing all the ingredients together (chicken and vegetables), in a delicious marinade with...


Maxi grilled cheese sandwich: cheddar, shredded chicken, avocado, baconRecipe Maxi grilled cheese sandwich: cheddar, shredded chicken, avocado, bacon

We have prepared a crazy recipe for you and above all, super delicious! A revisited and very original grilled cheese that will satisfy your taste buds to the fullest. You won't be able to resist this maxi sandwich and its incredible combinations with...


Rice salad with chicken, zucchini, pine nuts and balsamic vinegarRecipe Rice salad with chicken, zucchini, pine nuts and balsamic vinegar

Do you have any leftover rice and chicken? Combine them in a rice salad and go on a picnic ;-) A great solution also when you don't know what to bring to the office for the lunch break! Easy to make, we offer you all the steps of this recipe just...


Chicken, carrot, and mushroom gyozasRecipe Chicken, carrot, and mushroom gyozas

You probably know gyozas, those little Chinese dumplings that we can't resist! What if you made them yourself now? A recipe that's much easier to make than you can imagine. From the dough to the filling, we explain all the steps in detail with our...


Spring rolls - shrimp and chickenRecipe Spring rolls - shrimp and chicken

Fresh and easy to make, recreate these spring rolls even better than in Asia! Filled with chicken and shrimp, they will delight you during lunch as both an appetizer and a main dish accompanied by a mixed salad. For appetizers, consider cutting them...


Chicken and avocado quesadillasRecipe Chicken and avocado quesadillas

Travel to Mexico with our homemade quesadillas recipe! Filled with chicken and avocado, you'll love these little triangular sandwiches! Very easy to make, this recipe will give you the chance to use wheat tortillas in a different way than for fajitas...


Coxinhas (brazilian chicken croquettes)Recipe Coxinhas (brazilian chicken croquettes)

Don't know what to do with your leftover chicken? Try Coxinhas, the famous Brazilian croquettes! An easy and crispy recipe that kids will love (just like the adults too ;-) ). Have fun varying the fillings to offer several flavors to your guests. A...


Did you like our tips?

After trying these 8 ideas, shredded chicken will never be "yesterday's leftovers" again. With a little creativity and the right spices, it can be the star of any meal - from a quick lunch to the week's packed lunch.

So you know: the next time you have leftover chicken in the fridge, don't repeat the same old thing. Choose one of these recipes, add your personal touch and discover how many delicious versions this joker can have.

Mirella MendonçaMirella Mendonça
I am the editorial manager at Petitchef (Portugal and Brazil) and a huge enthusiast of travel and world cuisine, always in search of new flavors and experiences. However, as much as I love exploring the delights of different cultures, my mom's cooking will always be my favorite — with that unique flavor that only she can create.

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