36 Leftover Shredded Chicken Recipes [Low Carb & More]

This recipe calls for a vegan alfredo sauce. I cheated by adding tones of parmesan cheese to ours because shredded chicken defeats the whole vegan aspect of this dish.

I really liked the combination of the mushrooms and fresh herbs in this dish. Next time I would pair this with a simple salad of mixed greens and Meyers lemons. 

Our favorite thing about this meal was the heaps of vegetables and the fresh herbs. I found this to be filling and healthy.

These Are delightful! I love lettuce wraps. For the perfect wrap, you can use butter leaf lettuce or romaine lettuce.

Serve with carrot and celery sticks and a side of your favorite creamy dressing for a healthy lunch. 

Our favorite thing about these little lettuce wraps was how crisp and filling they were! You will love the way the creamy avocado and the fresh bleu cheese crumbles cut the heat from the buffalo-style chicken. 

We also added freshly chopped chives for an extra kick of flavor. Chives and blue cheese are a fantastic combination.

Chili is the perfect healthy meal for those days when you just need to clean out your fridge. Toss in any and all veggies that you have on hand. 

I served this chili with cornbread and a dollop of sour cream. I really liked how light this chili was. The shredded rotisserie chicken in this soup makes each bite filling and delicious.

I felt this was the perfect healthy meal for lunch on a chilly day. This chili brings the perfect kick of heat.

If you like extra spice then add a dash of dried chipotle powder to this dish. Yum!

This recipe is basic and delicious. If you don’t have any basil pesto on hand you can swap in a green goddess.

When I prepared this sandwich, I added some sliced cucumbers, fresh sprouts, and avocado to this sandwich.

Our favorite thing about this sandwich was the way the melted mozzarella cheese blended with the pest and the salty Kalamata olives– yum! 

For this meal, we served a side of pita chips with hummus and sliced cucumbers. This sandwich is the perfect summer afternoon lunch!

Hello delicious! Fajitas are always a crowd favorite. Serve as a casserole for the adults and wrap in a flour tortilla for the kids!

I added heaps of mushrooms, Italian zucchini, and tomatillos to this recipe. When it comes to fajitas there is always room for more vegetables. 

The flavors in this dish come from cooking peppers and onions with the smokey flavors of dried cumin powder.

Our favorite thing about this recipe was the cheesiness! I like things a little spicier so I added some dried chipotle powder to the mix to kick up the level of the heat in this one.

I can put chicken pizza bake in the category of awesome meals that I can't believe I didn’t think of first!

I have an awesomely large crockpot-size thermos that I use to take hot meals to the ski mountain. This pizza bake was the perfect ski day lunch. 

Just like any pizza, you can top it with your family’s favorite toppings. I used pepperoni, olives, and mushrooms.

This recipe would also be amazing as a white sauce pizza baked with bacon and tomatoes. Really, any topping you like from your local pizzeria will work as a variation on this dish. 

Can’t wait to make this one again! Be sure to serve this casserole with a crusty sliced baguette.

I loved this creamy dijon chicken. Like always I added more veggies to be as plant-forward as possible. 

The flavors in this meal come from the dijon and cream sauce. If you want to boost the flavors you could add a splash of white wine into the sauce as well. The alcohol will cook off and add complexity to the sauce. 

When made this recipe I added frozen peas and spinach. The moisture from the extra vegetables gave the dish an extra sauciness that I all enjoyed. 

This casserole will pair nicely with a large green dinner salad. We dressed our salad with a vinaigrette to stand along with creamy dijon sauce.

Cheese tacos shells are probably the coolest thing to come out of the Keto movement. I loved these shells! 

For an added kick of heat try using pepper jack or chipotle jack cheese. This meal taste just like a quesadilla without the chewy and flour taste from the flour tortilla,

I thought these quesadillas were a little messy so be sure to serve with a fork and knife. Since this is fork food you can serve it with slices of avocado and heaps of fresh and spicy garden salsa.

This low-carb chicken fajita Keto soup was amazing! As usual, I added lots of extra zucchini and mushrooms then served this soup with a side of fresh corn tortillas, and heaps of shredded cheddar cheese. 

If you want to boost the heat I would recommend adding some dried chipotle powder into your soup while cooking.

The fajita flavors in this dish come from the cooking of bell peppers and onions with dried cumin powder.

I really liked the classic flavors in this soup. If you enjoy a classic chicken and veggie soup then you will enjoy this recipe too. 

Salt, pepper, thyme, and carrots all bring a fresh flavor to this warm and delicious meal. I added kidney beans to boost the protein content of this soup.

I served this soup with a side of honey wheat rolls and creamy butter. Everyone was pleased with this warm and hearty dinner!

The kids loved the tender carrots and I loved that everyone had a hearty and healthy dinner!

I love stuffed peppers and this was a recipe that sure did delight! This dish has the flavors of smokey cooked bell peppers, spicy buffalo sauce, and creamy roquefort blue cheese.

Whenever I served buffalo-style meals I put bleu cheese crumbles into the pepper stuffing then served with a drizzle of cool and creamy ranch dressing to cut the heat.

Be sure not to skip the fresh chopped scallions. The fresh scallions added the crunch that would otherwise be missing in this dish.

Chicken as the pizza crust? Well, my mind is officially blown in a positive way. 

I mixed pesto into the crust mix for a more flavorful pizza. I also added some sundried tomatoes, because why not!

My favorite thing about this recipe is the blend of the cheeses with ranch dressing and crispy bacon. Top with fresh chopped scallions and you will be in Keto heaven!

Kids and families all love ranch seasonings. 

This cheesy ranch-style pasta was an absolute delight and I loved the way I was able to add a bunch of extra vegetables without sacrificing any of the flavors. 

Try adding mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and Italian zucchini to your pot the next time you make this dish!

Our favorite thing about this recipe was its simplicity.

When you whip up this pasta you will be serving a hearty bowl of delicious comfort food. Everyone will want seconds! 

If you are not familiar with the American flavors in ranch dressing it is composed of onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried parsley in a cream base.

I absolutely love lemon pasta. This lemon pasta dinner was a homerun. 

I served ours with fresh garlic bread and a green salad. If you don’t have asparagus you can swap the asparagus in the recipe for heaps of chopped kale. 

Pro-tip: include lemon zest into your lemon pasta for an extra kick of lemon flavor without the tart zing. I skipped on the lemon wedge topping shown in the picture because I did not want to serve my kids fresh lemon wedges at dinner. 

Cajun pasta has always been a favorite in my house. You cannot have true cajun pasta without heaps of bell peppers and onions. 

Be sure not to skimp on the veggies when you make this one! My favorite thing about this pasta was the creaminess brought in by the addition of the cream cheese. 

Cajun spices are warm, salty, and peppery. Cajun spices with a cream sauce and bell peppers are a classic flavor combination that will leave you ready to vacation down on the Biju.

After the instant-pot craze of the last year, I am ready to start using my crock pot again. 

Crock pots are a simple and safe way to make your family a healthy dinner while you tend to other chores and tasks.

This pasta is everything that lemon pasta should be, and more! The best thing about this pasta was making it in my slow cooker. I am a sucker for anything healthy and easy. 

I recommend adding mushrooms, green peas, and Italian squash to this dish. This pasta has the flavors of lemon and cream cooked with garlic and fresh herbs.

Serve this salad with fresh garlic bread and a mixed green salad with your favorite salad dressing.

Orzo is the best pasta for salads. This dish was delightfully warm and hearty. 

I wanted to add depth to the flavors of this one so I splashed in a ⅓ cup of white wine into the sauce as I cooked. The alcohol is cooked off and the remaining flavors are bold and on point.

I really loved the creaminess that the cooked orzo and parmesan brought to this meal. In the comments, someone suggested adding extra spinach and I agreed with that! 

The flavors in this dish come from creamy orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and your favorite veggies. Garlic and parmesan cheese also boost the flavors in this pasta.

This Asian chicken salad was seriously amazing; however, it's missing its salad!! Toss in heaps of iceberg lettuce to make this a true Asian-inspired chicken salad. 

Serve with a side of sticky rice or your favorite Asian-inspired soup.

This recipe gives you the choice between soy sauce and aminos. I opted to use the coconut aminos and I didn’t miss the soy sauce. 

My favorite thing about this one was the sauce and the heaps of shredded chicken. I thought this meal was very filling. 

This salad has the classic flavors of Chinese chicken salad. Ginger, soy sauce, and vinegar give you a rounded dressing flavor that is crisp and balanced.

Pad Thai is a classic takeout-style dish. This version of Pad Thai did not disappoint. 

I thought the only thing missing from this recipe was heaps of shredded carrots! A heap of carrots each day will keep the doctor away!  

The flavors in this pad thai dish come from honey, vinegar, and oyster sauce. Serve this Pad Thai with your favorite Asian-inspired soup for a light and filling meal.

Trader Joe’s used to have a similar salad and now that I have found this recipe I can be happy again! 

This simple, toss it all together, salad is just what you need for lunch on a hot summer day.

My favorite things about this salad are the soft noodles and spicy peanutty sauce. If you want to control the level of the heat in your salad, be sure to use sriracha. And remember, a little bit of siracha can go a long way! 

The sauce in this dish really does taste like a spicy peanut sauce– simple and pure

Chinese Bang Bang Chicken is fantastic! The sauce is a complex blend of sweet, savory, salty, spicy, and nutty notes.

 The sauce from this recipe will make your house smell like Chinese Takeout.

This dish is definitely missing a vegetable component so I recommend serving it alongside a robust vegetable stir fry. 

If you add a side of steamed rice, then you have a complete meal for the whole family to enjoy.

Bang bang sauce is a balanced mix of vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, chilis, and ginger. The saice is sweet, spicey, and savory all in one.

This is comparable to a Thai chopped salad. If you don’t like to heat then skip the jalapenos. 

I loved the bright colorful components that blended together with a zing dressing to leave us feeling full and satisfied.

I felt this recipe was best served at lunch. You could make this recipe in a cute large mason jar for a make-ahead sack lunch that will leave all of your coworkers feeling envious. 

This salad is dressed in a homemade Asian-style peanut dressing and is filled with crisp fresh textures.

I love BBQ chicken and if you do too then you will love this recipe! I love that this recipe starts with heaps of veggies– if you want to add anymore try adding peas and carrots for a delightful sweet crunch. 

Another fun alternative would be to top this casserole with crunchy fried onions. No matter what you add this casserole will comfort even the hungriest of family members any day of the week. 

The flavors in this casserole come from the barbeque sauce. Be sure to use your family’s favorite sauce to make this meal a home run hit!

Anytime I do partially from-scratch cooking I think of my mother-in-law. And as you know these types of dishes always fill my husband with joy and nostalgia. 

The Ritz crackers on this casserole provide a nice salty and buttery crunch. Serve this with a side of steamed broccoli and a mixed green salad.

Green chili casserole is one of the easiest and yummiest meals out there!

I serve this casserole for brunch alongside fresh corn tortillas. 

You can easily include anything extra that you have on hand into this recipe, like zucchini, mushrooms, or even spinach. 

This is one of my favorite meals because the green chili packs a major punch of flavor without the heat. 

This casserole has cheesy and peppery flavors which is a combination that you just can’t go wrong with.

Baked creamy chicken taquitos blend cheddar and cream cheese with chicken and sala rolled into a taquito and baked for a healthier alternative to this classic fried favorite.

I served these cream taquitos with a side of simple guacamole and sour cream. Be sure to serve these fresh out of the oven.

These taquitos have the perfect buttery crunch from the backed tortilla and a delightful creamy chicken center. Don’t skip this recipe!

Flautas are just taquitos with flour tortillas– that being said– flautas are awesome.

Flautas is a very kid-friendly meal. If you mix shredded carrots with your shredded chicken, then you can sneak in extra nutrients without losing any of the yumminess for this recipe. I

 served ours with a simple guacamole, sour cream, and salsa. 

Flautas have a buttery flavor that comes from the cooking of the flour tortillas. Shredded chicken provides a warm filling for these flautas.

If you want to kick up the flavor try adding a sprinkle of fried chipotle powder to your flautas filling.

I have tried so many versions of this recipe that I am surprised I had not tried a creamy stuffed pepper yet. 

You can elevate this dish by tossing any extra bits of hard cheeses you have in your fridge. 

You can also try adding finely chopped mushrooms and zucchini to boost the veggie content of this meal. My favorite thing about this recipe was hands down the creamy sauce. 

The salsa verde and the cheese blended together to create a sauce that was both zesty and creamy.  Top with fresh chopped cilantro for an extra Latin flair.

Oh, what a classic. I jazzed up this classic chicken salad by adding chopped apples, celery, and walnuts.

I served my chicken salad on sundried tomato focaccia bread and alongside a big pile of garlic and bread potato wedges.

The best thing about a classic chicken salad like this one is that you can prepare it in the evening after you finish your shredded chicken dinner. This will allow you to easily scoop the leftover onto bread for a quick and easy sandwich. 

If you don’t want a sandwich try your chicken salad on crackers or with pita bread.

My favorite thing about these wraps is that they are the perfect make-ahead lunch for work or school. I paired these wraps with sliced apples and iced tea. 

These wraps are not diet food, so the pairing of healthy apples and sugar-free drinks provided the perfect balance for an afternoon of work or play. 

These wraps are not short on flavor. Cream cheese with chili powder, garlic, lime, and cumin all come to the table packed with flavor.

Just from the name, you know this recipe will be good. 

My kids are not big fans of raw onions, so I swapped the raw onions for crispy onions. I think the change to crispy onions was easily better than the original version of this dish.

I served this with slices of fresh apples, oranges, and pineapple. I wanted to keep the tropical summer theme going and who doesn’t love some fresh fruit with their meal! 

I can place this recipe in the best new things category. 

Sweet potatoes should be eaten all year long. This recipe gives the humble sweet potato an opportunity to shine in the summer months. 

These sliders get their sweet flavor from pineapple chunks and barbeque sauce. 

I served mine with fresh crispy bacon crumbles and sour cream. The additional topping added an extra savoriness that made these potatoes something you would want to eat again and again.

Chicken patties are the best new thing. Better than a chicken tender or nugget and easier than a crab cake! My kids loved these! 

I added shredded carrots and finely diced celery into the mix and served with a side of creamy homemade ranch dressing. I topped these with a sprig of dill for a splash of green.

 I wish I knew about this recipe when my kids were babies. No matter what the age of your diners they are sure to delight in these tender chicken cakes. 

These chicken patties taste just like chicken nuggets, only healthier!

I absolutely loved these burrito bowls! The fresh avocado and shredded chicken are a delight. 

I wanted to try adding some of the lime and cilantro from the recipe into the rice and I am so glad I did!

 If you can’t find the lime and cilantro dressing called for this recipe you can swap in any creamy cilantro dressing you can find at your local store.

I packed the leftovers for sack lunches and served them with a side of corn tortilla chips. Don’t skip on this recipe I am sure you will love this one!

I thought the idea of a Greek-style crunch wrap supreme was very cute and inventive. 

These hearty little wraps are warm and filling. 

I thought these had the perfect blend and balance of veggies. The only thing I would add next time would be a scoop of cool tzatziki sauce. 

This recipe has all the greek flavors from salty olive and feta cheese to fresh oregano. The more veggies you add the more flavors you will bring into these crunchy little wraps

Shredded chicken is great because it can soak up whatever sauces and seasonings you cook it with. 

Canned enchilada sauce or dried chili pepper and cumin powders all bring the Latin-flavors so do it up and spice your chicken the way your family will enjoy it.

If you need an idea for moist and flavorful shredded chicken that you can use for salads, tacos, and wraps, then try this Mexican Chicken recipe.

If you are worried about consuming your chicken within a few days of cooking, then I recommend using this recipe to make chicken for simple burritos that you can freeze and eat anytime!