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These 22+ Easy Leftover Chicken Recipes are a great way to use up rotisserie chicken or turn your leftovers into something new.
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What's in this Post
- Leftover Chicken Recipes
- How Long Is Leftover Chicken Good For?
- Comfort Food Recipes
- Soup Recipes
- Frequently Asked Questions
Leftover Chicken Recipes
Wondering what to do with all that leftover chicken in your fridge? There are tons of recipes for leftover chicken that are a great way to repurpose and reuse your leftovers and turn them into a fresh new dish!
I rounded up some of my favourite leftover chicken recipes that are great for reducing food waste and cutting down on prep time. You can make these recipes using leftover chicken or even store-bought rotisserie chicken. From chicken pot pie to pulled chicken tacos, mason jar soups and more, there’s something for everyone. Trust me, these recipes are going to be having you look at your leftover chicken in a whole new way.
How long is leftover chicken good for?
Leftover chicken will last in the fridge for 3 to 5 days, as long as you store it properly in airtight containers or glass meal prep bowls. When it comes to reheating, I have the best trick for avoiding that gross leftover chicken taste. Just sprinkle some water over top before microwaving and voila! It’ll prevent the chicken from drying out and will avoid that rubbery texture.
Chicken Comfort Food Recipes
Turn your leftover chicken into one of these comfort food recipes! Pot pies, pasta, pizza and more make up this list of comforting dishes you’ll love.
Super Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies
55 minutes minutes
These Super Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies are a lighter version of your favourite comfort food in the cutest individual serving sizes!
Make this recipe
Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 882mg | Potassium: 537mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 7800IU | Vitamin C: 34.7mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3.1mg
Easy Chicken Pasta Bake {Freezer Meal}
50 minutes minutes
This Chicken Pasta Bake is freezer-friendly, made with red peppers, onions and spinach in rose sauce topped with mozzarella cheese!
Make this recipe
Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 757mg | Potassium: 405mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5300IU | Vitamin C: 41.3mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 3.6mg
Grilled Southwest Chipotle Pizza
45 minutes minutes
This Grilled Southwest Chipotle Pizza is a delicious summer meal made on the grill, topped with fresh veggies and a smoky chipotle sauce!
Make this recipe
Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 705mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 211mg | Iron: 2mg
50 minutes minutes
This Chicken, Spinach & Artichoke Spaghetti Squash is a low carb dinner and a healthier take on the popular creamy dip!
Make this recipe
Serving: 1g | Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 685mg | Potassium: 1076mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 3087IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 236mg | Iron: 3mg
Cheesy Caprese Chicken & Quinoa Casserole via Eat Yourself Skinny
This super flavorful Cheesy Caprese Chicken and Quinoa Casserole is the perfect weeknight meal that is hearty, full of flavor and sure to please the entire family!
Leftover Turkey (or Chicken) Thai Green Curry via Don’t Go Bacon My Heart
Looking for what to do with leftover turkey or chicken? Look no further than this easy and delicious Thai Green Curry!
The BEST Chicken Enchiladas Recipe via Skinnytaste
These are the BEST Chicken enchiladas! My cuisine of choice anytime I go out is Mexican & this easy enchilada recipe definitely satisfies!
Classic Chicken Broccoli Pasta via Garden in the Kitchen
Turn to this Classic Chicken Broccoli Pasta when you need a quick, easy, and flexible weeknight dinner. Coated in an herb butter sauce, every bite of pasta, chicken, and broccoli is divine!
Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes via Isabel Eats
These Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an easy to make and stuffed with shredded chicken, red enchilada sauce and all your favorite toppings!
Leftover Chicken Sandwiches, Wraps & Tacos
Lunch is covered with these chicken sandwiches, wraps and tacos! Whether you serve them hot or cold, these recipes with leftover chicken are a great way to use up any extra chicken you have lying around.
Chicken Quesadilla Recipe {Best Ever!!!}
45 minutes minutes
These are the best chicken quesadillas on the internet, with tender sliced chicken, bell peppers, red onion and tex mex cheese.
Make this recipe
Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 1115mg | Potassium: 383mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1336IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 616mg | Iron: 2mg
Kale Chicken Caesar Wraps
35 minutes minutes
These veggie-filled Kale Chicken Caesar Wraps are the perfect on-the-go lunch, with an avocado Caesar dressing that's lighter on calories.
Make this recipe
Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 1461mg | Potassium: 741mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3517IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 218mg | Iron: 2mg
Garlic Chicken Collard Wraps {Low-Carb}
30 minutes minutes
These Garlic Chicken Collard Wraps are a healthy and low-carb meal prep idea with fresh veggies and a creamy vegan garlic sauce!
Make this recipe
Calories: 449kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 34g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 466mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3680IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg
The Best Chicken Tinga Tacos via Pinch of Yum
These Chicken Tinga Tacos are THE BEST! Saucy, spicy, real food perfection.
Rotisserie Chicken Shawarma Pita Wrap via Seasons and Suppers
This chicken shawarma wrap is made easy, as it start with already cooked rotisserie chicken, combined with shawarma spices and veggies.
Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps via Fit Foodie Finds
Lose the tortillas and make these Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps for a healthy lunch throughout the week! They are gluten-free, packed with veggies, and extra flavorful when topped with green goddess dressing!
Apple BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches with Apple Slaw via Sunkissed Kitchen
Apple BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches are made with a homemade, low sugar Sweet Onion Apple BBQ Sauce, for a delicious but still healthy sandwich.
Leftover Chicken Salad & Bowl Ideas
These chicken salads and bowls are so delicious – and thanks to your leftover chicken, they'll be packed with protein! Season the chicken and serve over a bed of greens, noodles or rice.
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Salad {Easy!}
40 minutes minutes
This easy Buffalo Chicken Salad is the perfect veggie-packed lunch – it's topped with a homemade ranch dressing that's low in calories!
Make this recipe
Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1531mg | Potassium: 1414mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 16683IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 294mg | Iron: 3mg
Thai Chicken Soba Noodle Salad Jars
25 minutes minutes
TheseThai Chicken Soba Noodle Salad Jars are a delicious summer meal prep idea and a fun twist on a cold noodle salad.
Make this recipe
Calories: 453kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 389mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1950IU | Vitamin C: 117.2mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2.5mg
40 minutes minutes
These Chicken Ranch Kale & Quinoa Bowls are super delicious and gluten-free with an easy-peasy and low-calorie homemade ranch dressing.
Make this recipe
Calories: 416kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 349mg | Potassium: 1187mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 19450IU | Vitamin C: 229.4mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 8.6mg
Grilled Balsamic Chicken Arugula Salad {Low-Carb}
40 minutes minutes
This Grilled Balsamic Chicken Arugula Salad is low-carb with a balsamic dressing that doubles as a marinade – it’s ready in just 30 minutes!
Make this recipe
Calories: 558kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 913mg | Potassium: 1133mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 22151IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 2mg
Meal Prep Fiesta Chicken Rice Bowls
30 minutes minutes
These Fiesta Chicken Rice Bowls will spice up your meal prep – they’re ready in just 30 minutes and are packed full of Tex Mex flavours.
Make this recipe
Calories: 454kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 1218mg | Potassium: 1043mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2085IU | Vitamin C: 123.9mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 2.8mg
Spinach Corn + Feta Chicken Salad via Eat Well 101
Chicken Salad with Toasted Corn, Spinach, and Feta – Got leftover chicken? Don’t toss it out! Chop it, then toss it in this easy, flavorful chicken salad with toasted corn, lettuce, and spinach.
Greek Chicken Pasta Salad via Sweet Peas and Saffron
Greek chicken pasta salad has fresh vegetables, chicken and pasta marinated in a Greek red wine vinaigrette with dill and feta cheese.
Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry using Leftover Roast Chicken via Kids Eat by Shanai
Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry using Leftover Roast Chicken. Make this easy teriyaki chicken with noodles using chicken leftovers.
Thai Chicken Cauliflower Curry via Green Healthy Cooking
In need of a 30 minute healthy dinner? You found it! Thai Chicken Cauliflower Curry, the best, the ONLY quick and easy dinner you’ll need today!
Leftover Chicken Soup Recipes
These soups are amazing for repurposing leftover chicken! They're hearty, filling and perfect for meal prep.
The Best Ever Healing Chicken Soup
45 minutes minutes
This is the BEST EVER Healing Chicken Soup, packed with healthy ingredients and SO much flavor. It's the only chicken soup you'll ever want to eat!
Make this recipe
Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 1461mg | Potassium: 762mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3509IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg
Mason Jar Instant Noodles
30 minutes minutes
These Mason Jar Instant Noodle Soups are the perfect on-the-go work lunch and packed full of raw veggies, quick-cook vermicelli noodles & shredded chicken
Make this recipe
Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1366mg | Potassium: 496mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1189IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
Zucchini Chicken Noodle Soup Jars
30 minutes minutes
These Spiralized Zucchini Chicken Noodle Soup Jars are a perfect low-carb meal prep idea. Just add boiling water, microwave and enjoy!
Make this recipe
Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 1420mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 6700IU | Vitamin C: 127.9mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1.6mg
Paleo Coconut Chicken Sweet Potato Noodle Soup via Ambitious Kitchen
Coconut Chicken Sweet Potato Noodle Soup with creamy coconut flavor and fun spiralized sweet potato noodles! A delicious, global twist on your favorite chicken noodle soup made into a healthy paleo version.
Chicken Mushroom Soup Recipe via Salt & Lavender
This easy healthy chicken and mushroom soup recipe is hearty and flavorful. It’s also a great way to use up leftover chicken and comes together in just over 30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do with leftover chicken?
There are tons of different ways you can repurpose leftover chicken! All of these recipes can be made using pre-cooked chicken or even rotisserie chicken to reduce food waste and use up all your leftovers.
What's the best way to store it?
I'd recommend storing cooked chicken in airtight glass containers in the fridge for up to 5 days. These glass bowls are great for storing leftovers.
Do you need to reheat the chicken first?
For more of these recipes, the chicken will be reheated alongside the other ingredients, so you don't need to worry about reheating the chicken separately.
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22+ Easy Leftover Chicken Recipes
These 22+ Easy Leftover Chicken Recipes are a great way to use up rotisserie chicken or turn your leftovers into something new. Here's how to make simple chicken pot pies using whatever chicken and veggies you have on hand.
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Servings: 4 pot pies
Calories: 423kcal
Author: Taylor Stinson
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried sage
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups leftover chicken
- 1 cup peas
- 1 puff pastry sheet
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 F. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over med-high heat. Add onions, garlic, celery, carrots, salt and pepper, sauteing for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add flour, sage and thyme, mixing well. Add chicken broth, bringing to a boil and letting mixture thicken. Stir in chicken and peas, then remove from heat.
Divide chicken mixture evenly among 4 medium-sized ramekins (I use the Coringware kind). Roll out puff pastry and cut into thin 1/2-inch thick slices with a pizza cutter. Take slices and add to ramekins in a criss-cross fashion, or just place a large piece of puff pastry overtop of the whole ramekin.
Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 20 minutes until puff pastry is golden brown. Remove from oven, serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Cut down on prep time by placing a sheet of puff pastry over top of the ramekins instead of doing the criss-cross pattern.
Store the leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 350 F.
Freeze this recipe for up to 3 months right in the ramekins. Reheat from frozen in the oven for 30 minutes at 375 F.
Nutrition
Calories: 423kcal (21%)Carbohydrates: 42g (14%)Protein: 20g (40%)Fat: 21g (32%)Saturated Fat: 7g (44%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 36mg (12%)Sodium: 882mg (38%)Potassium: 537mg (15%)Fiber: 6g (25%)Sugar: 9g (10%)Vitamin A: 7800IU (156%)Vitamin C: 34.7mg (42%)Calcium: 50mg (5%)Iron: 3.1mg (17%)
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Mary says
I may do individual pot pies. They look great. I make regular size pot pies and everyone loves it. They will like even more having their own individual pot pie.
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Faith Harper says
This is a lovely list! I baked a whole chicken on Sunday to have extra meat for weekday meals. I took two of these recipes and adjusted them a little for what I had on hand, and they were great! Thank you for this list!
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