I don’t know about you guys but in my household we love rotisserie chicken. We can grab one any day of the week from our local market. Probably that’s the case for most of us. Since we’re all busy with our hectic schedules, some help with our endless meal planning is always welcome. We’re here for you. Here’s a handy guide to Our Favorite Ways to Use That Rotisserie Chicken.
As much as I love to cook, having the convenience of expertly prepared chicken at my fingertips at a moment’s notice is immeasurable. Just because you used prepared chicken when making that pot of steaming soup, it’s still your homemade soup. It’s all about saving your valuable time.
Another thought for you …save that cleaned carcass for your next batch of homemade chicken stock. Just place it in a ziplock bag and let it hang out in your freezer until ready to use. A great way to minimize waste.
If you feel the need to prepare your own rotisserie chicken “from scratch,” here’s a link to some really good recipes found at The Spruce Eats.
Let’s move on to the list of Our Top Ten Favorite Ways to Use That Rotisserie Chicken. You’ll find that each dish includes a handy link to the detailed post and recipe.
1 / 10 Roasted Squash Soup with Chicken Croquettes
Why not top off this delicious creamy soup with these homemade chicken croquettes? They’ll turn that soup into a meal. Actually, they’re pretty darn good just as they are …fresh from the pan. Get the recipe.
2 / 10 Chicken Potpie Skillet Pizza
Let’s talk comfort food. Who doesn’t enjoy a hearty chicken potpie, especially during the cold winter months? And, of course, who doesn’t love pizza? Let’s combine the two. You really can’t go wrong. Give this a try. The crispy crust coupled with the creamy potpie filling will have the kids, as well as the adults, coming back for seconds. Get the recipe.
3 / 10 Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
Interested in saving some of your valuable time? Thanks to a few shortcuts, this awesome pot of goodness can be ready to feed your group of six in less than an hour. It’s true. And whether you make it gluten-free or not, this creamy chicken & wild rice soup is downright delicious. Get the recipe.
4 / 10 Chicken & Mushroom Calzones
Got some leftover or rotisserie chicken? Let’s make this one quick and easy. Head on over to your favorite pizzeria or Italian bakery and purchase some fresh pizza dough. In less than an hour, get ready to impress your family and friends with your freshly baked Chicken & Mushroom Calzones. Get the recipe.
5 / 10 Chicken Escarole Soup with Egg & Pasta
Stracciatella alla romana is the egg drop soup of Italian cooking. It typically starts with a rich chicken broth, into which a beaten mixture of whole eggs and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano is streamed in to form tiny, light, and flavorful clouds. The texture and flavor of that soup is wonderful. So wonderful that it inspired me to create this Chicken Escarole Soup with Egg & Pasta – my own hearty version of Italian egg drop soup. Get the recipe.
6 / 10 Chicken, Bacon & Cheddar Jalapeño Popper Cups
Chicken + bacon + cheddar jalapeño popper cups. Whew …that’s quite the mouthful. I’m not talking about the name of this amazing appetizer. I’m talking about the explosion of flavor contained in one of these little gems. I love that these can be thrown together in a hurry. Thanks to that rotisserie chicken. Get the recipe.
7 / 10 The Best Quick & Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
As we’ve said many times …there’s no written rule that we can’t take advantage of a few shortcuts and still claim this soup to be homemade. The difference is in the vegetables and herbs. As long as they are fresh, the flavor and textures will shine through. Then …go ahead and use that leftover rotisserie chicken and canned chicken broth to make The Best Quick & Easy Chicken Noodle Soup. It’s all good. Get the recipe.
8 / 10 Yummy Hawaiian Chicken Salad
Crunchy, sweet & light. The perfect addition to your barbecue spread. Actually this salad is delicious any time of the year. Instead of standard croutons, this recipe calls for crispy chow mein noodles. They’ll work. But …if you want to take this to the next level, make your own wonton chips. They are so superior and delicious crumbled over your salad. Most definitely worth the effort. Get the recipe.
9 / 10 Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
Let’s talk quesadillas. Start with a tasty filling – like shredded chicken coated with a flavorful green chile sauce – and you must have gooey cheese dripping from the edges. Then how about some fresh pineapple salsa to top it all off? These Chicken Fajita Quesadillas with Pineapple Salsa are a sure winner. The filling and topping can be prepared ahead of time. Thanks to that rotisserie chicken you got at the market, this is an easy one. Get the recipe.
10 / 10 Hearty Healthy Chicken Vegetable Soup
Trying to limit those carbs? t’s a great idea to have a pot of soup prepared for that mid-day reinforcement. Or for tomorrow’s lunch. Or today’s dinner. This one is packed full of flavor, nutrition and chunky vegetables. No pasta or grains to be found. Instead of potatoes, the addition of parsnip cubes gives it extra heartiness. And if you have some homemade chicken stock handy, add that to the mix. You’ll be glad you did. Get the recipe.
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