Air Fryer Shredded Chicken — Air Fryer Shredded Chicken is a recipe that will quickly become your go-to for weeknight dinners. It’s low in calories and high in protein, but it tastes hearty and satisfying enough to serve to company. You can make this dish with any spices or herbs you have on hand, so experiment away! This meal is gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo-friendly & keto-friendly.

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You can make a lot of recipes with shredded chicken. Today, I was looking to do Chicken Sliders, but I had to prepare the chicken first. So, I thought this would be a great time to post my Air Fryer Shredded Chicken recipe.

If you have never made shredded chicken before, either in the oven or in the Instant Pot (both prevalent methods to make this), it is a very common ingredient in many recipes. Today, I mastered the Air Fryer Version.

Air Fryer Chicken is Amazing. It comes out juicy and tender, and delicious. So, shredded chicken, of course, comes out tender and juicy. It is a great ingredient to have on hand, as you can make a lot of dishes with shredded chicken.

Today, I will know how to make the best Air Fryer Shredded Chicken full of flavor, tender, and easy to make.

Air Fryer Shredded Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Shredded Chicken

Air Fryer Shredded Chicken

Chicken: I used boneless, skinless chicken breast, which is the most common for this recipe since it is easy to shred.

Olive Oil: Chicken does best in the air fryer when rubbed with olive oil since it keeps the chicken tender and moist.

Seasonings: Depending on what you will use the shredded chicken for, I usually season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Marinade: Because you want to keep the chicken moist, I suggest that you add either a bottled marinade or add a simple marinade as I did below. It will keep the chicken moist and delicious.

How To Make Air Fryer Shredded Chicken

  1. Start by coating the chicken with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and other seasonings.
  2. Spray your air fryer pan with olive oil.
  3. Place your seasoned chicken into the air fryer pan, then pour your marinade in.
  4. Set the pan into the air fryer basket and set the timer for 7 minutes at 370 degrees F, air fryer setting.
  5. After the time is up, flip the chicken and air fry for another 7 minutes.
  6. Check the internal temperature to make sure that it is at least 165 degrees F before removing it.
  7. Let cool slightly before shredding.
Air Fryer Shredded Chicken

What Cuts Of Chicken Are The Best To Shred?

The best chicken to use is boneless, skinless chicken breast. The other chicken types that work are boneless, skinless chicken thighs.

How Do I Shred The Chicken?

The easiest way to shred the chicken is to use two forks. A couple of other ways to shred chicken are using (affiliate link) Bear Paws Shredder Claws or using a kitchen mixer to shred.

How To Store Shredded Chicken?

Since you are making this shredded chicken for another recipe or meal prep, storing the finished meat is essential.

Here are my suggestions:

Refrigerator: Once the chicken has cooled to room temperature, place it in an airtight container and place it in the fridge. It will last between 3 and 4 days.

Freezer: Let the chicken cool to room temperature, and then place in an airtight container or freezer bag. Place the container or freezer bag into the freezer. It will last between 2 and 3 months.

To Use From Frozen: Place the frozen shredded chicken into the refrigerator until it’s thawed.

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Air Fryer Shredded Chicken

Air Fryer Shredded Chicken

3.62 from 60 votes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time: 24 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Air Fryer Shredded Chicken — Air Fryer Shredded Chicken is a recipe that will quickly become your go-to for weeknight dinners. It's low in calories and high in protein, but it tastes hearty and satisfying enough to serve to company. You can make this dish with any spices or herbs you have on hand, so experiment away! This meal is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian friendly, paleo-friendly & keto-friendly.

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Start by coating the chicken with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and other seasonings.
  • Spray your air fryer pan with olive oil.
  • Place your seasoned chicken into the air fryer pan, then pour your marinade in.
  • Set the pan into the air fryer basket and set the timer for 7 minutes at 370 degrees F, air fryer setting.
  • .After the time is up, flip the chicken and air fry for another 7 minutes.Check the internal temperature to make sure that it is at least 165 degrees F before removing it.
  • Let cool slightly before shredding.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Tongs

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 226kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 741mgPotassium: 433mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg

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