Ingredient

Shredded Chicken

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use shredded chicken as a protein source and a convenient ingredient in prepared …

What it is

Shredded chicken is cooked chicken meat that has been pulled or cut into thin strips. It is typically made from chicken breast or thigh meat, often cooked through boiling, roasting, or rotisserie methods before being shredded. This process makes the chicken easy to incorporate into various dishes.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use shredded chicken as a protein source and a convenient ingredient in prepared foods. Its texture and mild flavor make it versatile for use in salads, sandwiches, wraps, casseroles, soups, and frozen meals. It adds substance and a familiar taste to a wide range of products.

Health notes

Shredded chicken is a source of protein and other nutrients found in chicken. The FDA considers chicken to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as food. International bodies like the WHO/FAO's JECFA have evaluated chicken and related compounds. Typical consumption of chicken as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Chicken is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Shredded Chicken

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Goya Foods, Inc. Colombian Empanadas, Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 183kcal 4.2Protein 9.9Fat 19.7Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. White Meat Chicken Salad With Cranberries, Celery And Pecans, White Meat Chicken Deli Salads 235kcal 11.8Protein 16.5Fat —Carbs FreshRealm LLC Southwest Style Chicken Shredded White Meat Chicken On Rice With Fire-Roasted Corn, Beans And Vegetables Topped With A Chipotle Salsa And Blend Of Mexican Cheeses Bowl, Southwest Style Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 58% DV per serving 115kcal 7.7Protein 2.4Fat 14.7Carbs FreshRealm LLC Loaded Mac & Cheese Elbow Pasta In Cheddar Cheese Sauce With Shredded White Meat Chicken And Savory Bacon, Loaded Mac & Cheese Other Deli High in sodium — 57% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 184kcal 11.6Protein 8.7Fat 14.0Carbs Night Hawk Frozen Foods, Inc. Chicken Enchiladas Fiesta Verde On A Bed Of Mexican Style Rice, Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 108kcal 5.0Protein 2.9Fat 15.8Carbs Relish Labs LLC White Meat Chicken Loaded Cavatappi And Cheese With Chicken, White Meat Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 82% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 179kcal 9.9Protein 9.0Fat 14.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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