Everyone loves those dollar store canned chicken things but I think they're a texture nightmare

I tried again last week because my buddy swears by them for quick tacos. Opened a can, drained it, heated it up... felt like I was eating wet sawdust mixed with rubber bands. My dog wouldn't even touch it. I'd rather just buy a rotisserie chicken for $6 and shred it myself, lasts me 3 days of meals easy. Has anyone found a way to make that stuff actually palatable or is it just me?

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olivia4781mo ago

Oh come ON, "wet sawdust mixed with rubber bands" is a COMPLETE overreaction. I use canned chicken at least twice a week and it's a lifesaver. You're just not treating it right. Try draining it REALLY well then smashing it up in a bowl with a fork until it's all shredded and fluffy, then hit it with a decent amount of mayo and some pickle relish. Makes a chicken salad that's actually better than fresh because it's already cooked and doesn't get dry. And for tacos you gotta fry it in a hot pan with oil and taco seasoning until it gets those crispy brown bits or yeah it's gonna be sad.

ninab951mo ago

Seriously though, who knew chicken came with a instruction manual?