Shredded Chicken

~Easy and versatile recipe~

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Versatile: Great for sandwiches, burgers, tacos, wraps, salads, or as a main dish.
• Flavorful: Infused with smoked paprika, garlic, and tomato sauce.
• Easy to Prepare: Minimal hands-on time, just mix, marinate, bake, and shred.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for quick meals throughout the week.

Ingredients & Benefits

1. Chicken breasts – lean protein.
2. Garlic powder – adds depth of flavor and aromatic richness.
3. Smoked paprika – gives a smoky, slightly sweet flavor.
4. Salt  – enhances all the other flavors.
5. Black pepper  – adds a gentle spiciness.
6. Tomato sauce  – rich, tangy base for the sauce.
7. Water  – thins the sauce slightly, ensuring the chicken stays juicy.

Shredded Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

• 600-700 g chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 200 g tomato sauce
• 100 g water

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, tomato sauce, and water to create a flavorful sauce.
2. Place the chicken breasts in the bowl and coat them evenly with the sauce mixture. Cover the bowl with foil and marinate for 1.5–2 hours.
3. Transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish. Cover the dish with thin foil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 1.5–2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
4. Remove the chicken from the oven and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the dish and mix with the remaining sauce.
5. Place the dish back in the oven and cook for an additional 20 minutes at a lower temperature to let the flavors meld.
6. Serve hot. Enjoy in sandwiches, burgers, tacos, or as a main dish.

Swaps

• Use chicken thighs for more juiciness.
• Tomato sauce – passata, crushed tomatoes, or even a mild enchilada sauce for variation.
• Use regular paprika, chili powder, or cumin for a different flavor profile.
• Use chicken broth for added depth of flavor, instead of water.

Nutrition

(per 100 g, approx.) Calories: 150 kcal | Protein: 25 g | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Fat: 4 g | Fiber: 0.5 g

Dietary Info

High-protein | Low-carb | Gluten-free | Dairy-free | Suitable for meal prep