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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Creative Recipes for Leftover Rotisserie Chicken

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 2, 2025, updated February 28, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Leftover rotisserie chicken is a fantastic ingredient that can be transformed into a variety of delicious meals. With just a few extra ingredients, you can create everything from hearty soups to flavorful pasta dinners. Here are 23 creative recipes that will help you make the most of that leftover chicken and keep your meals exciting.

    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

    20 Minute Marry Me Chicken Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This 20-minute marry me chicken pasta is a simple and satisfying meal. With rotisserie chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, it delivers great flavor in no time.

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    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken casserole mixes ranch seasoning with a creamy mac and cheese sauce, tender noodles, shredded rotisserie chicken, and crispy bacon. It's baked together for a comforting weeknight dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy!

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    One Pot Chicken Corn Chowder

    A bowl of chicken corn chowder.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish is all about cozy comfort. It features tender rotisserie chicken, sweet corn, hearty potatoes, and crispy bacon in a rich and creamy broth.

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    One Pot Chicken Dumpling Soup

    A bowl of chicken dumpling soup.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Chicken dumpling soup is a cozy dish that you can whip up in about 40 minutes using rotisserie chicken and refrigerated biscuit dough. It features all the classic flavors you love, along with tasty veggies in a creamy, herby broth.

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    Rotisserie Chicken Tacos

    Rotisserie chicken tacos.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    Rotisserie Chicken Tacos are a fun twist on Taco Night with their unique flavors. Corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, creamy avocado spread, pickled red onions, and your favorite salsa and cheese create a tasty meal.

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    Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

    A spoonful of Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    This casserole has creamy chicken, mixed veggies, and a crunchy layer of tater tots on top. It can be made ahead and frozen for later, or baked right away for a comforting meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

    Buffalo chicken quesadillas.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish brings together two favorites in a cheesy and spicy way. It's a great option for a quick and satisfying dinner during the week.

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    Chicken Alfredo Lasagna

    Chicken Alfredo Lasagna on a white dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features layers of soft noodles, melted cheese, and flavorful shredded chicken, all covered in rich alfredo sauce. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for when you want something filling and delicious.

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    Chicken Bacon Risotto

    Chicken and bacon risotto being spooned onto a plate.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This weeknight risotto is easy to prepare with rotisserie chicken and bacon, offering a delicious meal that everyone will enjoy. It's a satisfying dish that will have you wanting more.

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    Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup

    Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup.
    Photo Credit: Curry Trail.

    Creamy chicken tortellini soup is a comforting dish that's simple to prepare and great for chilly winter evenings. Packed with vegetables, tender shredded chicken, and cheese-filled tortellini in a rich, creamy broth, it comes together in just 35 minutes.

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    Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Chicken And Rice Casserole.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This chicken and rice casserole is a cozy dish that's simple to prepare. It's a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Mediterranean Chicken, Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Mediterranean Chicken, Cucumber and Tomato Salad in a wooden bowl.
    Photo Credit: Moderately Messy RD.

    This chicken, cucumber, and tomato salad is full of fresh veggies and protein. It's easy to throw together, especially if you have leftover chicken, making it a great option for a quick summer lunch or dinner on a busy weeknight.

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    Smoked Mozzarella BBQ Chicken Pizza

    A smoked mozzarella chicken pizza.
    Photo credit: Life as a Strawberry.

    BBQ chicken pizza is packed with flavor from smoked mozzarella cheese. It's topped with fresh cilantro and your go-to barbecue sauce.

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    Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

    Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Courtney's Sweets.

    This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is quick to prepare and is a great way to use up leftover chicken and rice. It's a simple dish that combines everything you need for a satisfying meal.

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    Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

    Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken spaghetti casserole is a filling meal that you can whip up in just 45 minutes. It's packed with diced bell peppers, rotisserie chicken, and spaghetti mixed in a creamy cheese sauce.

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    Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza

    Chicken bacon ranch pizza.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This pizza combines all the classic flavors you love. It's an easy and delicious option for any meal.

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    Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce

    Chicken enchiladas with green sauce.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Chicken enchiladas with green sauce are quick to prepare and are great for a cozy meal any night. This dish combines tender chicken in tortillas, smothered in cheese and zesty green chile sauce, and you can either make everything from scratch or take some shortcuts.

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    Thai Chicken Peanut Noodles

    Thai Chicken Peanut Noodles.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This dinner features instant ramen noodles tossed in a tasty peanut sauce, ready in under 20 minutes. It's a simple and quick meal perfect for busy evenings.

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    Chicken Cauliflower Soup

    A bowl of chicken cauliflower soup.
    Photo credit: Baba Ganosh.

    This Cauliflower Chicken Soup is packed with flavor and can be ready in just 30 minutes. It's full of vegetables and is perfect for kids.

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    BBQ Chicken Flatbread

    5 Ingredient BBQ Chicken Flatbread
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    BBQ chicken flatbread is quick to prepare, taking only about 20 minutes with just 5 easy ingredients. It's packed with fresh flavors and a great way to use leftover grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken.

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    Chicken Pasta Bake

    Chicken Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Recipe Well.

    Chicken Pasta Bake combines cheesy tomato sauce with simple ingredients for a cozy meal. It's a great way to use leftover rotisserie chicken and make something everyone will love.

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    Creamy Thai Chicken Ramen

    Creamy thai chicken ramen.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    Creamy chicken ramen with Thai flavors comes together quickly using simple shortcuts like rotisserie chicken and canned soup. It's a convenient meal that's perfect for busy nights.

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    Spanish Chicken Stew

    Spanish chicken stew with rice.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This chicken stew is easy to whip up using rotisserie chicken and is full of fresh lemon and rosemary flavors. It's a great option for a simple and satisfying meal.

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    Baked Southwest Chicken Dorito Casserole

    Baked Southwest Chicken Dorito Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Flavor Mosaic.

    This cheesy chicken casserole is simple to make and features shredded rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, Nacho Cheese Doritos, cheddar cheese, and taco seasoning. It's a great option for busy nights when you want something tasty without a lot of work.

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    Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    A serving of Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken enchilada casserole combines all the delicious flavors of enchiladas in a simple layered dish. With corn tortillas, lots of cheese, and red enchilada sauce, it's a satisfying meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

    Buffalo Chicken Sandwich.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches come together in under 30 minutes, offering a tasty meal that's sure to impress. The spicy buffalo chicken paired with a zesty blue cheese coleslaw creates a perfect combination.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features plenty of chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that will definitely provide some leftovers. It's a simple and satisfying option for dinner, and even easier when using leftover chicken.

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    Easy Pasta Bake

    Leftover Turkey Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Sugar Salt Magic.

    This pasta bake is simple and quick, needing only one pan and about 20 minutes to prepare. You can use leftover turkey, ground turkey, or rotisserie chicken to whip it up.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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