Mexican Shredded Chicken
This Mexican Shredded Chicken delivers 52g protein and 338 calories per serving — one of the highest protein-to-calorie ratios in our Mexican section. Yields 3 servings via quick stovetop cooking, serving as a protein base for multiple meals throughout the week. Ideal for building custom bowls while staying under daily calorie targets.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Chili powder(10g)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Onion powder(3g)
- •Oregano, Dried(3g)
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Chili powder(1g)
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(120g)
Any carton chicken broth labeled "low sodium." Swanson or store brand.
Instructions
- 1Place the chicken on a cutting board, cover with plastic to keep things tidy, and with a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound it into an even thickness.
- 2In a small bowl, stir together the chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, and chipotle chile powder. Sprinkle over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- 3In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, carefully lower the chicken into the skillet presentation (top) -side down, working away from you so you aren't spattered. Cook on the first side undisturbed for 4 minutes.
- 4Flip the chicken and reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue cooking until the chicken registers 165°F at the thickest part, about 4 to 8 minutes more depending upon the size of your chicken.
- 5Transfer the chicken to a plate or bowl. With two forks (or a hand mixer in a mixing bowl or your fingers if you let it cool), shred it to you desired thickness.
- 6Return the chicken to the skillet. Add the broth and stir to combine. Partially cover the skillet and let simmer gently on low heat for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to marry. Use for tacos, burritos, a burrito bowl, nachos, or any of your favorite Mexican chicken recipes!
Nutrition — Per Serving
338
calories
52g
protein
12g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Saturated fat
- 2.1g
- Sodium
- 261 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.9g
3 servings per batch · ~278g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Mexican Shredded Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 52g of protein and 338 calories with minimal carbs (4g), making it an extremely protein-dense option. The macro split is 12g fat and 4g carbs, so you're getting lean protein with almost no carbohydrate load.
How long does Mexican Shredded Chicken take to prep?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 3 servings, so you can have a high-protein snack or meal component ready in minimal time. It's designed for stovetop cooking, making it fast for weekday meal assembly.
Is Mexican Shredded Chicken good for fat loss?
At 338 calories and 52g protein per serving, this recipe is highly effective for fat loss phases where protein intake stays high while managing total calories. The 4g carbs and 12g fat keep energy expenditure predictable while preserving muscle during a deficit.
