I’m all about an easy supper, and I know you are too!
What could be better than picking up a rotisserie bird from the store and using it in tons of different ways?
Here are 24 recipes using rotisserie chicken that you will love!
1. BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
Even though I’m a big fan of pulled pork, sometimes there isn’t enough time for me to make it the right way. This is where leftover rotisserie chicken will save the day!
You likely won’t even notice the difference when chicken that’s been shredded is smothered in your favorite BBQ sauce. For something a little more over-the-top, make this amazing BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese.
2. Chicken Tamale Casserole
In the past, the special dough and the need to steam tamales in corn husks might have kept you away from them. Although delicious, making them at home is not very easy. The good news is that this recipe has all of the flavor but takes half the effort.
You’ll be making something like a tamale pizza rather than making a cornmeal dough and putting together individual tamales! Enchilada sauce, leftover rotisserie chicken, and lots of cheese are layered on top of a cornbread crust.
It might not be something you can eat by the slice, but it won’t last long all the same. You can serve it with some fresh avocado slices or even some Mexican Street Corn.
3. Chicken Cherry Flatbread
Speaking of flavors that belong in a restaurant! Though this flatbread takes a bit more effort, every minute is well spent.
This pizza is a great choice to share and features chicken, cherries, goat cheese, caramelized onions, and an incredible balsamic glaze. I enjoy adding a little honey to my caramelized onions, and adding a drizzle of it over the cooked flatbread would perfectly complement the goat cheese and cherries.
4. Chicken and Strawberry Salad
It took a minute for me to agree with having fruit in my salad, but I couldn’t stop after I did!
Here, the sugar, vinegar, oil, and black pepper in the dressing make a slightly sweet and subtly spicy mix that the juicy strawberries only enhance. This salad is definitely a winner with tangy blue cheese, crunchy cashews, and juicy rotisserie chicken mixed in.
5. Rotisserie Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
I can’t possibly be the only one who peeks inside the fridge right before bed. Sometimes a late-night craving kicks in, and only something salty will scratch that itch. This is where the rotisserie chicken quesadilla comes to the rescue!
Though this recipe asks for tomato puree and smoked paprika, I’d probably use either salsa or BBQ sauce as a shortcut. For a toasted tortilla shell, cook in a skillet.
6. Chicken Enchilada Roll Ups
It’s difficult to exaggerate just how easy these roll-ups are to make. These are everything you could want in a single bite, whether you’re looking for a quick appetizer, an after-school snack, or lunch to go.
If you’re not looking for too much heat, use chopped tomatoes rather than the green chilis. Be certain you give the log enough time to set in the fridge so you can make neat slices.
7. Buffalo Chicken Pimento Cheese Pizza Bagels
These little bagels come together in just a snap and have a spicy flavor that bursts out. I like to keep bagels in my freezer for those slow mornings when I can just throw them in the toaster and head out the door.
But having them at lunch or dinner, smothered in buffalo chicken and melted pimento cheese? I’m definitely making some extras!
8. Chicken Pot Pie Soup
You can’t beat the comfort of chicken pot pie. Those incredible flavors take you straight back to your grandma’s kitchen, and it’s creamy to boot.
This lighter version uses milk instead of cream and has carrots, celery, potatoes, peas, corn, and chicken. You’ll only need to add the chicken long enough for it to reheat, much like you do with chili, after the sauce has thickened and the base is made.
A side of Cheddar Bay Biscuits is a great addition as well.
9. Easy 30-Minute Homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup
I always like to have a batch of soup on hand when the temperature goes below 40°F for those especially cold days. I enjoy making a couple of different varieties that are quick and easy, since it can get boring if you make a batch that’s too big.
Everything gets added to the pot to cook once the onion, jalapenos, and garlic have softened. The whole thing can be made in just 30 minutes!
Though not essential, the tortilla strips provide a nice change in texture.
10. Chicken Pot Pie Noodles
You might think it sounds weird, but tossing egg noodles in with a chicken pot pie mix makes for an incredibly fulfilling bowl of comfort food. To make the sauce and veggies, use a simple roux of chicken broth, cream, and flour, with ranch dressing mix for an added flavor boost.
Don’t bake with a biscuit crust. Serve the noodles in a big bowl with tons of napkins.
11. Easy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Bake
Pasta bakes are the best when it comes to meals that are easy to make ahead and keep in the fridge for a quick dinner in just minutes.
Between the alfredo sauce and the sundried tomatoes, this amazing pasta bake is creamy, sweet, and juicy all at once. If you want to add some crunch, try adding some breadcrumbs into your grated parmesan.
12. Coconut Curry Chicken
It can be scary to try and make curry because it has a lot of spices that are hard to pronounce and different spice levels that aren’t always clear! I’m sure all of us have been blown away too many times.
This recipe is so easy, and there’s a good chance you already have most of the ingredients you need. After only 10 minutes, everything can be put in the pot, and it only needs to be stirred every so often until it thickens.
Why not try making some onion bhajis at home while you wait?
13. Chicken, Bacon, Peach, and Blue Cheese Flatbreads
I’m not sure why it is that dishes like this are only saved for when we go out. It only takes scattering thinly sliced onions and peach over flatbreads along with leftover chicken, bacon, and blue cheese.
I’m betting you have all of that on hand already. It just never occurred to you to put it together!
Instead, you could try this delicious spicy peach BBQ sauce if peaches aren’t in season where you are.
14. Chicken, Mushroom, and Spinach Lasagna
Lasagna has been a favorite in my house for a long time. And when the no-boil noodles came out? It was like it was Christmas!
But switching things up is always nice, and you have to try this different take on the classic. A mix of mushrooms, spinach, onion, garlic, and other spices makes a delightfully light layer that has a ton of flavor.
You can have this dish ready to go in less than 30 minutes, and it will keep in the fridge for several days.
15. Green Chicken Enchiladas
Enchiladas are so good thanks to all of that sauce and melty cheese on top of them. But if you’ve never eaten salsa verde enchiladas, you’re really missing out!
You can typically find this in a container at the grocery store, or you can be creative and find a fun recipe. The flavor will strike all of those jalapeno notes but in a wonderfully distinct way.
16. Chinese Chicken Salad
I’ve mentioned before that I want my salads to be over-the-top and have extra goodies! The crunch has to be the main reason why I enjoy this recipe.
It’s never boring, with all of the cabbage, carrots, crunchy noodles, and sesame seeds. If you don’t typically keep rice vinegar around the house, you can always use apple cider vinegar instead.
17. Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
This recipe has your back if you want something that’s filling, easy to make ahead, and that everyone will enjoy.
All you’ll need to make this amazing casserole is the simple combination of chicken, rice, broccoli, cheese, and chicken broth gravy. It’s tough to resist it when topped with crunchy bread crumbs and baked until it turns golden.
18. Chicken Stuffed Peppers
I think the added nutrients are what I love most about stuffed peppers! You’ll have another batch of goodness right in the serving!
I’m a bit obsessed with these twist peppers, and next time, I might try using poblano peppers for some real spice! With just four ingredients, it takes only 10 minutes before you can put these in the oven.
19. Easy Chicken Pot Pie
While soup is nice, nothing beats a slice of chicken pot pie that has a buttery pastry crust. You can speed up the prep if you use frozen veggies.
Just make certain you thaw and drain them first, or your pie will end up watery. Another fantastic addition would be some sweet potatoes if you want some extra flavor and texture.
20. White Chicken Chili
Having white chili is a great alternative to a beefier, darker chili. Since it’s now cold and dark, it’s a great time to have both kinds as part of your weekly meal plan.
Using rotisserie chicken greatly cuts down on the amount of time it takes to cook. All you’re really cooking are the beans and the veggies.
You can throw in the chicken and corn for just five minutes, long enough for them to warm up, once it thickens. It tastes even better the next day, like any good chili does.
21. BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potatoes
I’m not ashamed to say I’ll pick a simple baked potato over almost anything when I’m eating dinner by myself. It’s so simple, tastes amazing, and the only thing I have to do is add some butter and salt.
But there’s nothing like a fluffy, tender potato loaded with shredded chicken and BBQ sauce for those nights when I want something more. You can top it all with some mature cheddar and broil for a few minutes to make the best baked potato ever.
22. BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza
When you use store-bought flatbread with leftover rotisserie chicken, it makes whipping up this pizza a total breeze.
In under 15 minutes, the traditional flavors of chicken, cheese, red onion, and BBQ sauce are all you need for a mid-week meal. If you feel like making your own flatbreads, though, this recipe takes less than an hour to pull together.
23. Easy Rotisserie Chicken Nachos
Like pizza and chocolate chip cookies, I think that nachos are fantastic. Even bad nachos can be good.And these nachos?They’re amazing!
I want to layer my tray with cheese, chips, and chicken. Then, I repeat the layers so the chips on the bottom don’t dry out.
Serve your delicious extras on the side to keep the chips crisp so everyone can build their perfect bite.