A woman has shared a simple, mess-free method for shredding chicken that takes seconds and requires just one common kitchen item, doing away with the traditional two-fork technique.
TikTok user's six-year hack
Marina Silva, who posted the tip on TikTok, said she has been using the method for the past six years. In the video, she places warm chicken pieces into a large plastic container, seals the lid, and shakes it until the meat shreds apart.
“A life hack that I live by, that you need, is literally how to shred chicken,” she said. After shaking, she opened the container to reveal perfectly shredded chicken, adding, “Look at this. Shredded chicken. You're welcome.”
Viewers respond with their own methods
Viewers reacted with enthusiasm and shared their preferred techniques. One commented, “I’m gonna have to get out of bed at 11pm to go COOK chicken to test this. BRB.” Another said, “I mean i just bought a chicken shredder but okay.”
Others suggested alternatives, including an electric whisk and a KitchenAid mixer. One person said, “Just be using one of these. And I hate taking it out,” alongside a photo of an electric whisk, while another added, “Once you get a KitchenAid you can just chuck it in there and it’s amazing.”
Chicken is a versatile and affordable protein in the UK, used in dishes from nuggets to tray bakes, and offers health benefits such as high-quality protein, B vitamins, and minerals like selenium and zinc.
