Grocery store rotisserie chicken is one of the best options when pressed for time on weeknights. I will take no arguments. These 26 ideas use that one chicken for tacos, soups, casseroles, and beyond, and involve minimal effort on your part. Grab that chicken and let's get to it!
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1) Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
They are easy to make and ready in under 10 minutes which is why they are my top choice for hot days.
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Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
Lettuce cups filled with a creamy chicken salad and rotisserie chicken make for an easy and fresh lunch!
Ingredients
Method
- Stir together the chicken, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.
- Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.
- Separate the lettuce leaves and pat them dry.
- Spoon the chicken salad into each leaf and serve right away.
Notes
Add a handful of halved grapes or chopped pecans for a sweet crunch.
2) Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Spicy and cheesy, these will be on the table faster than delivery.
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Crispy flatbread crust with buffalo chicken, mozzarella, and a drizzle of ranch.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 450F. Toss the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce.
- Spread the ranch dressing over the crust, leaving a small border.
- Top with mozzarella and the buffalo chicken.
- Bake 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Sprinkle with green onion and drizzle with extra ranch before slicing.
Notes
Crumble a little blue cheese on top if your crowd loves the classic combo.
3) Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
We just leveled up taco night, and no one at the table will even notice!
Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
Warm tortillas are overflowing with seasoned rotisserie chicken and all the best taco toppings!
Ingredients
Method
- Toss the chicken with taco seasoning and a splash of water in a skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry pan until soft and pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with the warm chicken.
- Top with lettuce, cheese, salsa, and cilantro and serve.
Notes
A squeeze of lime over the top brightens everything up.
4) Chicken and Rice Soup
The first thing I grab when I hear any of my family members sneeze is a bowl of comfort.
Chicken and Rice Soup
A warm and comforting broth soup. With a juicy shredded chicken, soft veggies and fluffy rice.
Ingredients
Method
- Saute the onion, carrots, and celery in a pot until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the broth, rice, and thyme and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer 15 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and heat through for 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.
Notes
Add a squeeze of lemon at the end to make the broth taste extra bright.
5) Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Creamy and dreamy! Just the type of dinner that gets everyone to show up on time!
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Alfredo sauce paired with fettuccine noodles and soft rotisserie chicken.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the fettuccine in salted water until al dente, then drain.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet and saute the garlic for 1 minute.
- Pour in the cream and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- Whisk in the parmesan until smooth, then stir in the chicken to heat through.
- Toss the pasta in the sauce, season with pepper, and serve.
Notes
Loosen a too-thick sauce with a splash of the starchy pasta water.
6) BBQ Chicken Sliders
These are sweet, tangy, and the perfect form for a delicious treat! I bring a batch to every party, and they are always the first to go!
BBQ Chicken Sliders
Tender slider buns stacked with barbecue smoked rotisserie chicken and coleslaw.
Ingredients
Method
- Warm the chicken with the barbecue sauce in a skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Toss the coleslaw mix with mayonnaise and vinegar in a bowl.
- Pile the saucy chicken onto the bottom buns.
- Top each with a spoonful of slaw and the bun lids and serve.
Notes
Toast the buns for a couple minutes so they hold up to the sauce.
7) Chicken Avocado Quesadillas
These use whatever is in the fridge and are creamy and melty with a crunch.
Chicken Avocado Quesadillas
Tortillas turned golden and filled with rotisserie chicken and melted cheese, along with creamy slices of avocado.
Ingredients
Method
- Layer chicken, cheese, avocado, and cilantro over half of each tortilla and fold over.
- Melt a little butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook each quesadilla 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese melts.
- Slice into wedges and serve with salsa or sour cream.
Notes
Add the avocado after cooking if you prefer it cool and fresh.
8) Easy Chicken Pot Pie
Everything you'd expect from a warm and delicious pot pie and you don't have to roll any dough!
Easy Chicken Pot Pie
Filling made of chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce and topped with flaky puff pastry from the store.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 400F. Melt the butter in a pot and whisk in the flour for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the broth and milk and simmer until thickened.
- Stir in the chicken and frozen vegetables, then pour into a baking dish.
- Lay the puff pastry over the top and cut a few vents.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes until the pastry is puffed and deeply golden.
Notes
Brush the pastry with a beaten egg for an extra glossy finish.
9) Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice
A healthy twist on takeout that my pickiest eater even enjoys!
Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice
Riced cauliflower, rotisserie chicken, vegetables, egg, and soy sauce stir-fried together.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Push the veggies to one side, pour in the eggs, and scramble until set.
- Add the riced cauliflower and peas and carrots and stir-fry 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken and soy sauce and cook another 3 minutes.
- Top with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Pat the riced cauliflower dry first so it crisps instead of steams.
10) Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
With a rich aroma throughout the kitchen, it's gooey, and a bit spicy!
Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
Tortillas filled with rotisserie chicken and cheese, then covered with enchilada sauce and baked.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 375F. Mix the chicken with 1 1/2 cups cheese and the sour cream.
- Spread a little sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll up, and place seam-side down.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly, then top with cilantro.
Notes
Use corn tortillas for a more traditional, gluten-free version.
11) Chicken Caesar Wrap
This is a great salad for lunch! It has crunchy romaine lettuce and creamy Caesar dressing.
Chicken Caesar Wrap
A soft tortilla wrapped around some rotisserie chicken, crispy romaine, parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
Method
- Toss the chicken, romaine, parmesan, and croutons with the Caesar dressing.
- Lay each tortilla flat and pile the Caesar filling down the center.
- Fold in the sides and roll up tightly.
- Slice each wrap in half and serve.
Notes
Add the croutons just before serving so they stay crunchy.
12) Herbed Chicken Risotto
Using leftover chicken, you can make a fancy creamy risotto that feels like it was made in a restaurant.
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Herbed Chicken Risotto
Parmesan risotto mixed with rotisserie chicken and a lot of fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Method
- Saute the onion in butter until soft, then stir in the rice for 1 minute.
- Add the warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring until absorbed before adding more.
- Continue until the rice is creamy and tender, about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken, parmesan, and fresh herbs.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
A splash of white wine before the broth adds lovely depth.
13) Chicken Stuffed Peppers
They are a fun way to add some vegetables to the dish and make it more filling.
Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Bell peppers stuffed with a delicious combination of rotisserie chicken, rice, and cheese, and then baked.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 375F. Arrange the pepper halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
- Mix the chicken, rice, marinara, half the cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Spoon the filling into each pepper half.
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes, then uncover and top with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake 10 more minutes until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.
Notes
Microwave the peppers for two minutes first if you like them very soft.
14) Chicken and Waffles
With a hint of indulgence and warm breakfast feels, this brunch is a hit.
Chicken and Waffles
Crispy rotisserie chicken reheated and placed on soft homemade waffles with a maple drizzle.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, milk, eggs, and oil into a smooth waffle batter.
- Cook the batter in a hot waffle iron until golden and crisp.
- Warm the shredded chicken in a skillet until heated through and lightly crisped.
- Pile the chicken onto each waffle.
- Drizzle with maple syrup and serve hot.
Notes
A pinch of cayenne in the chicken plays beautifully against the syrup.
15) Chicken Spinach Artichoke Dip
The popular dip that you know and love has been transformed to hearty enough to be called a meal.
Chicken Spinach Artichoke Dip
Warm and cheesy spinach artichoke dip with shredded rotisserie chicken.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 375F. Mix the cream cheese, sour cream, and parmesan until smooth.
- Stir in the chicken, spinach, artichokes, and 1 cup of the mozzarella.
- Spread into a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve warm with chips, crackers, or bread.
Notes
Squeeze the spinach really dry or the dip turns watery.
16) Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta
This is the pasta I make when there is an abundance of produce in the garden. It's bright and fresh with the addition of garlic.
Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta
Penne with rotisserie chicken in a light tomato-basil garlic sauce and parmesan.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the penne in salted water until al dente, then drain.
- Saute the garlic in olive oil for 1 minute, then add the tomatoes.
- Cook until the tomatoes burst and soften, about 8 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken to heat through, then toss with the pasta.
- Finish with torn basil and parmesan and serve.
Notes
A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick.
17) Chicken Nachos
These are loaded, cheesy, and perfect for sharing and my guests always seem to demolish them before I get the chance to serve them!
Chicken Nachos
A whole sheet pan layered with tortilla chips, rotisserie chicken, melted cheese, and all the toppings.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 400F. Spread the chips on a sheet pan in an even layer.
- Scatter the chicken, black beans, and cheese over the top.
- Bake 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
- Top with jalapenos, salsa, and cilantro and serve right away.
Notes
Layer in two rounds so every chip gets some cheese.
18) Greek Chicken Pita
Head to the Mediterranean without leaving your home! Enjoy these bright Mediterranean flavors that will be the ideal lunch for you.
Greek Chicken Pita
Soft pita pockets filled with rotisserie chicken, cucumber, tomato, feta, and tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Warm the pita breads briefly so they're soft and pliable.
- Spread tzatziki inside each pita pocket.
- Fill with chicken, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and feta.
- Add an extra spoonful of tzatziki and serve.
Notes
A squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of oregano makes it sing.
19) Curried Chicken Salad
With sweetness, and saltiness, and a hint of exotic, this chicken salad gets the most recipe requests!
Curried Chicken Salad
Creamy curry-spiced chicken salad with grapes, raisins, and almonds.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the mayonnaise and curry powder together in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken, grapes, raisins, almonds, and green onions.
- Toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill 15 minutes, then serve on bread, crackers, or greens.
Notes
A squeeze of lime and a spoon of mango chutney deepens the flavor.
20) Chicken Burrito Bowls
Build your own bowls are great because they give customers the flexibility to choose whatever they want. I get zero complaints!
Chicken Burrito Bowls
Hearty bowls of rice, beans, and rotisserie chicken come loaded with fresh, colorful toppings.
Ingredients
Method
- Warm the chicken with a splash of water and a pinch of cumin in a skillet.
- Heat the black beans and corn together until warmed through.
- Divide the rice among four bowls.
- Top each with chicken, beans, corn, pico, avocado, and cheese.
- Serve with lime wedges and your favorite hot sauce.
Notes
Cilantro-lime rice takes these from good to crave-worthy.
21) Chicken Stir Fry
Fresh, quick, and flexible, this really helps clear out the crisper drawer.
Chicken Stir Fry
Rotisserie chicken with crispy vegetables and shiny garlic ginger sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic into a quick sauce.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Stir-fry the vegetables until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes.
- Add the chicken and sauce and toss to coat and heat through.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
A teaspoon of cornstarch in the sauce makes it cling and glisten.
22) Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
This is creamy and cheesy comfort food that comes together in one dish. Easy clean up!
Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
A comforting casserole made with rotisserie chicken, broccoli, rice, and cheesy sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 375F. Steam the broccoli until just tender.
- Mix the chicken, broccoli, rice, soup, milk, and half the cheese.
- Spread into a baking dish and top with the rest of the cheese and the breadcrumbs.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Toss the breadcrumbs with melted butter for an extra crispy top.
23) Chicken Fajita Skillet
This one pan dinner feels like a party with the peppers and onions sizzling.
Chicken Fajita Skillet
A fast chicken fajita skillet with rotisserie chicken, bell peppers, onions, and fajita spices.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat.
- Saute the peppers and onion until charred and softened, about 8 minutes.
- Add the chicken, fajita seasoning, and a splash of water and toss to coat.
- Cook until heated through, then squeeze lime juice over the top.
- Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Notes
Serve over rice instead of in tortillas for a lighter bowl.
24) Loaded Chicken Baked Potatoes
A conveniently loaded potato bar that makes a rotisserie chicken into a fully satisfying meal.
Loaded Chicken Baked Potatoes
Baked potatoes full of rotisserie chicken, cheese, bacon, and sour cream.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat oven to 400F. Pierce the potatoes and bake 55 to 60 minutes until tender.
- Warm the shredded chicken in a skillet or microwave.
- Split each potato open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Stuff with chicken and cheese and return to the oven until the cheese melts.
- Top with bacon, sour cream, and green onions and serve.
Notes
Microwave the potatoes for 10 minutes first to speed things up.
25) Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
You can save time on marinating and grilling by using already cooked chicken threaded on nice skewers.
Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
Lemon-herb rotisserie chicken skewers with fresh veggies and warmed for a Greek-style plate.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano together.
- Thread the chicken chunks, peppers, and onion onto skewers.
- Brush with the lemon-herb mixture.
- Warm under the broiler or on a grill pan 8 to 10 minutes, turning once.
- Serve with tzatziki on the side.
Notes
Use thigh meat for the juiciest chunks that hold together on the skewer.
26) Balsamic Chicken Sandwich
This sandwich is worth the time to slow down and enjoy! It has wonderful tangy balsamic sauce and melty cheese combined with rotisserie chicken.
Balsamic Chicken Sandwich
Toasted ciabatta sandwiches with balsamic rotisserie chicken, mozzarella cheese, and arugula.
Ingredients
Method
- Toss the chicken with the balsamic glaze in a skillet over medium heat until warm.
- Split and lightly toast the ciabatta rolls.
- Layer the chicken and a slice of mozzarella on each roll.
- Broil briefly to melt the cheese.
- Top with tomato and arugula, close the sandwiches, and serve.
Notes
A smear of pesto on the bun adds a bright herby layer.