There are countless ways of using leftover or rotisserie chicken; let me help you with these 30 Easy Rotisserie Chicken Recipes.
Getting dinner on the table fast and easily is important for our busy weekday nights. Using a cooked chicken helps in so many ways with its deliciousness already roasted right into the bird. Now change it up to a Soup, Main, or Handheld meal, and you are off and running. Stretching an already-cooked leftover chicken into a couple of meals is budget-friendly, too.
HANDHELDS
We haven’t skimped on flavor but just ease with these handhelds. Everyone loves a sandwich, but we have even more with nachos, tacos, dips, pizza, and more.
All these comfort food recipes require your hands for eating and not a knife or fork. Bring the napkins, and let’s get messy.
EASY FAST ROTISSERIE CHICKEN TACOS
These super Easy Fast Rotisserie Chicken Tacos are the best quick weeknight dinner. You save tons of time with a supermarket rotisserie chicken, and these delicious tacos can feed a crowd! Packed with mouthwatering flavor and all your favorite toppings, these simple tacos will be your most requested dinner recipe. You will love it!
BUFFALO CHICKEN SLIDERS
This Buffalo Chicken Sliders recipe is one of the easiest you will ever make! Flavorful mini sandwiches come together fast and are perfect for game day, parties, snacking, or a quick lunch or dinner.
By: Budget Delicious
BBQ CHICKEN TOSTADAS
You are going to love this BBQ Chicken Tostadas recipe! With a familiar “South of the Border” flavor, these wonderful crispy tostadas are going to have you wishing for a margarita! They are super easy to make and are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
BAKED CHICKEN CHIMICHANGAS
Looking for a quick weeknight meal that’s delicious and healthy? These Baked Chicken Chimichangas are easy to make and healthier than the typically fried Tex-Mex dish. Plus, they make a great freezer meal!
BEST BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP RECIPE
This Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe is everyone’s favorite game day or party appetizer! Made with juicy shredded chicken, creamy ranch dressing, cream cheese, hot sauce, and loads of cheese, this easy and delicious Buffalo Chicken Dip is then baked until golden, bubbly, and perfect for dipping.
By: The Forked Spoon
BARBECUED CHICKEN ON GARLIC TOAST
Barbecued Chicken on Garlic Toast is a quick and easy recipe that makes it possible to put dinner on the table even on my busiest days! The whole family loves this sandwich, and it is budget-friendly too!
By: Life Tastes Good
ROTISSERIE CHICKEN NACHOS
I love the rotisserie chickens from the grocery store. They are so delicious, enough so that I could just sit and eat them without any sides. These rotisserie chicken nachos are the perfect appetizer for a party or watching the big game with friends.
By: Amanda’s Cookin’
THE BEST CHICKEN PIZZA RECIPE
This Chicken Pizza is made with cooked chicken (you can use rotisserie chicken!), roasted garlic, and lots of gooey mozzarella cheese. The recipe includes step-by-step instructions to make it either on the grill or in the oven.
CHICKEN HUMMUS NAAN WRAPS
An easy chicken wrap recipe you can throw together in just 15 minutes for a quick & healthy dinner or make-ahead cold lunch. It features simple ingredients like shredded chicken, hummus, chopped fresh veggies, and more.
By: The Rising Spoon
CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES
Chicken Salad with Grapes is a sweet twist on a classic chicken salad. This simple chicken salad is a creamy, salty, sweet, and oh, so tasty way to enjoy leftover chicken!
SOUP
Shredded rotisserie chicken makes fast work of a quick chicken soup for any day of the week.
30-MINUTE CHEESY CHICKEN POTATO SOUP
A fast one-pot meal made in 30 minutes is a lifesaver for most days. This 30 Minute Cheesy Chicken Potato Soup will have you coming back to this comfort food recipe again and again.
GREEK LEMON CHICKEN SOUP WITH RICE – AVGOLEMONO
This super simple soup really surprised me the first time I made it. It is so easy to make and BEYOND delicious! Traditionally known as Avgolemono, this Greek Lemon Chicken Soup with Rice couldn’t be easier to make and is one of the tastiest soups you will ever get the chance to enjoy.
CHINESE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
This Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup recipe is a winner in our home with a bowl full of still slightly crunchy veggies and tender chicken that is made in a matter of minutes and tastes as if it came from a restaurant. You will love it too.
INSTANT POT CHICKEN & RICE SOUP
This Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soup is ultra cozy and loaded with hearty wild rice and healthy veggies like mushrooms, carrots, and celery. It’s a great way to repurpose leftover chicken (or turkey!), and it takes just 3 minutes of cooking time! You’ll have a fabulous dinner on the table in about 20 minutes, flat!
By: Cook at Home Mom
CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP
The soup is lovely enough to be served to guests also. Nobody has to know that it took you no time at all to pull together!! Serve with a big crunchy salad, and your guests will give you rave reviews!!
LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is the meal you cook when your family is under the weather. Full of chicken, veggies, orzo, and lemon – this soup is one we make again and again.
By: SueBee Homemaker
MAX & ERMA’S COPYCAT CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
This Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a perfect copycat of Max and Erma’s famous tortilla soup! Made from scratch, this soup is cheesy, loaded with chicken and veggies, and has the perfect amount of spice from green chiles and cayenne!
By: Neighbor Food
INSTANT POT SANTA FE CHICKEN SOUP
The best Instant Pot Santa Fe Chicken Soup recipe for your pressure cooker is packed with flavor to warm you up from the inside out!
By: Frugal Mom Eh!
SUPER COZY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
This Super Cozy Chicken Tortilla Soup is full of warming spices, tender shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, and hearty black beans; nourishing and packed with flavor.
By: Killing Thyme
MAINS
Making dinner has never been so easy with you using a store-bought rotisserie chicken.
COPYCAT WENDY’S APPLE PECAN CHICKEN SALAD
Don’t forget to add freshness back to your lunch/dinner with a lovely meal-sized salad. It can just be the change you need!! Recreating a leftover rotisserie chicken recipe into a fast meal is what you will love.
30-MINUTE CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
This one-pot 30 Minute Chicken and Dumplings Recipe is pure comfort food made easy. Using a store-bought already cooked chicken, frozen veggies and boxed Bisquick means this recipe is not only fast but very easy.
FIESTA CHICKEN PASTA CASSEROLE BAKE
Promising the best south-of-the-border flavors, this fiesta chicken pasta casserole bake is a nice homage to Mexico. Chicken, corn, and black beans pair with tomatoes, sour cream, and Mexican and Tex-Mex-inspired seasonings to make this perfect Mexican chicken casserole.
By: xoxoBella
EASY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
These Easy Chicken Enchiladas include shredded chicken, corn, beans, and cheese, rolled up in tortillas and then covered with an easy, flavorful homemade enchilada sauce. Such a delicious dinner and great for meal prep!
By: Belly Full
BUFFALO CHICKEN MAC & CHEESE
This Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is creamy and cheesy with an exciting spicy layer of chicken to liven up your dinner. It is very easy to accomplish with already cooked chicken.
EASY CHICKEN POT PIE WITH PUFF PASTRY
This easy chicken pot pie recipe uses leftover chicken, frozen peas and carrots, and puff pastry for an easy but delicious dinner you can enjoy any night of the week! The perfect comfort food for cozy nights.
By: Drive Me Hungry
BRAZILIAN CHICKEN SALAD (SALPICAO DE FRANGO)
Brazilian Chicken Salad, known as Salpicao de Frango in Brazil, is a popular classic recipe that can be served in various ways. The fresh veggies and chicken get a new topping using shoestring potato chips.
CHICKEN ALFREDO LASAGNA ROLLUPS
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Rollups – combine two of your favorite dishes in one delicious package. Another thing I love about this recipe is that it is very kid-friendly.
BUFFALO CHICKEN CHILI
This award-winning buffalo chicken chili recipe uses a zesty blend of Mexican spices, shredded chicken, lots of vegetables, and a hefty dose of hot sauce to create a non-traditional chili perfect for cold-weather cooking.
BROCCOLI CHICKEN FRITTATA
Made with just 10 simple ingredients (including salt and pepper), this broccoli chicken frittata recipe takes minutes to prepare and is such an easy, delicious and satisfying meal. It’s just perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend brunch.
By: Girl Heart Food
GREEN CHILE CHICKEN SMOTHERED BURRITOS
These Green Chile Chicken Smothered Burritos are a seriously delicious way to satisfy your craving for Mexican food and a chicken dinner. Simple ingredients, easy prep, incredible result!
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Comments & Reviews
Judith Pohlers says
Great collection of family friendly meals! Saved many to Pinterest.
Tara Noland says
So glad you like so many recipes!! Enjoy!!