3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Chicken
This Mexican Shredded Chicken delivers 39g protein and 213 calories per serving across 8 servings in quick prep time. The 3-ingredient approach scales efficiently when you need multiple meal options without kitchen fatigue. At under 250 calories per serving, it anchors both cutting and body composition phases.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(1361g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought(454g)
- •Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)
Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.
Instructions
- 1Add chicken, salsa and taco seasoning to the bowl of your Instant Pot, and toss briefly to combine. Close lid securely and set vent to “Sealing”. Press “Manual”, then press “Pressure” until the light on “High Pressure” lights up, then adjust the +/- buttons until time reads 30 minutes. Cook. Then very carefully, turn the vent to “Venting” for quick release, and wait until all of the steam has released and the valve has dropped. Remove the lid. Continue with step 3 below.
- 2Add chicken, salsa and taco seasoning to the bowl of your slow cooker, and toss briefly to combine. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours until the chicken shreds easily with a fork.
- 3Shred the chicken with two forks, then give the chicken a good toss with the remaining juices.
- 4Serve immediately. Or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition — Per Serving
213
calories
39g
protein
5g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 1.0g
- Sodium
- 142 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.1g
8 servings per batch · ~227g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does 3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 39g of protein, 213 calories, 5g fat, and 2g carbs. This is an extremely lean, high-protein option with minimal carbohydrates—among the lowest-calorie, highest-protein outputs in the PrepForge library.
How long does 3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Chicken take to prep and what's the batch size?
This recipe yields 8 servings, making it one of the best efficiency plays for weekly meal prep—you can cover multiple days with a single cook session. Minimal active time investment for a high-volume batch.
Is 3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Chicken good for fat loss?
At 213 calories and 39g protein per serving with only 2g carbs, this is a top-tier fat loss recipe that maximizes protein intake while staying extremely lean on calories. The shredded format makes it versatile across salads, wraps, and bowls throughout the week.
