This easy step-by-step tutorial will show you how to shred chicken with a stand mixer, ready to use for any recipe.

Shredding chicken in a green standing mixer.

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I have, and use, so many recipes that call for shredded chicken, like my chicken and mushroom casserole, asian citrus slow cooker chicken or hushwee rice and chicken. Honestly, I think it’s one of the most commonly called for proteins. And sometimes you have the time to slowly pull apart the chicken breasts with two forks. But other times, for instance when making a lot of food for a large gathering, it’s nice to have one less thing to worry about. That’s why I love this hack of using my Kitchen Aid, and figured I would share and show you all how to shred chicken with a stand mixer.

Why You’ll Love Shredding Chicken with a Stand Mixer

Saves you time!
Frees up your hands to work on other things.
Can aid in weekly meal prep or making large quantities for a crowd.

Ingredients

Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are the easiest to use for shredding chicken
Onion: Adds mild onion flavor to the cooked chicken.
Garlic: Aromatic, pungent, somewhat nutty taste.

Other Aromatic Options

Mexican inspired: Add onion, garlic, jalapeño peppers, cumin, and green chilis.
Asian inspired: Add garlic, ginger, chili paste, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
Italian inspired: Add onion, garlic, oregano, basil, and rosemary.

How To Shred Chicken with a Stand Mixer

Adding garlic to a pot with chicken breasts.

Step 1. Start by cooking your chicken breasts with your preferred method. I usually cook them on the stove or in an Instant Pot.

Adding onion and rosemary to the pot with chicken and garlic.

Step 2. After you add your chicken to the pot, add your desired aromatics. I used rosemary, onion, and garlic. Cover with water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes.

Adding cooked chicken breasts to a stand mixer with tongs.

Step 3. Once chicken is fully cooked, use tongs to move the chicken to the bowl of your stand mixer.

Shredding chicken in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment.

Step 4. With the paddle attachment, turn your stand mixer onto a low speed, and let it shred to your desired size.

Shredded chicken resulting from how to shred chicken with a stand mixer.

You can immediately use the shredded chicken for a recipe, or store it in the fridge or freezer to use later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make chicken in the instant pot?

Yes, just add the chicken breasts and aromatics into your instant pot, add a cup of water, seal, and set for 15 minutes on high pressure. Once it’s finished, quick release the pressure and voila!

How do I store shredded chicken?

In an airtight container, it’ll keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Or in freezer safe bags, you can freeze it for up to 3 months.

What if I don’t have a stand mixer to shred chicken?

You can also use a hand-mixer for easy shredding, although it’s not a hands-off approach, it’ll still save you time.

Did you try this method? The next time you make it, snap a picture and share it to your socials! Tag @thelemonbowl and #thelemonbowl so we can admire and share your dish.

Recipes to Try With This Method

Cooking should be fun and easy, so using this hands-off method of shredding is just one of the ways I make my life easier. Give it a try! Shred your chicken with a stand mixer, and let me know how it goes!

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