19 Easy Dinners That Use Rotisserie Chicken

Devan Grimsrud

16 May 2024 at 8:00 am·4-min read

Here are my favorite ways to put store-bought rotisserie chicken to good use.

<p>Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe</p> — Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

Certain ingredients are easy to turn to for quick and easy dinners. One of the most popular is a store-bought rotisserie chicken. It's delicious of course, but it's also extremely versatile and can be used in all manner of recipes, plus, the bones can be used to make a lovely homemade stock.

If you have a busy week ahead and need inspiration on using a rotisserie chicken to the fullest, here are 19 of Simply Recipes' favorite ways.

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

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Get Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie Soup

This soup features the cozy flavors of chicken pot pie with none of the hassle and just 10 minutes of prep time.

Quick and Easy Buffalo Chicken Tacos

Get Recipe: Quick and Easy Buffalo Chicken Tacos

In less than 20 minutes these spicy chicken tacos with a crispy, cooling slaw can be on your dinner table.

Chicken Cobbler With Cheddar Bay Biscuit Top

Get Recipe: My All-Time Favorite Chicken Cobbler Recipe

A small upgrade to your classic chicken cobbler makes all the difference.

Chicken à la King

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Get Recipe: Chicken à la King

This retro chicken dish deserves a comeback, and once you taste it, you will agree.

Buffalo Chicken Dip Quesadilla

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Get Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Dip Quesadilla

This five-ingredient quesadilla takes less than 20 minutes to make. Need I say more?

Chicken Taco Casserole

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Get Recipe: Chicken Taco Casserole

This casserole isn’t laden with canned soup, but it is maxed out on flavor with seasoned chicken, green chiles, black beans, corn and layers of crispy tostadas.

Quick Chicken Pho

Get Recipe: Quick Chicken Pho

Making pho at home can be a big undertaking, but thanks to Andrea Nguyen's genius recipe, you can get an aromatic bowl in just half an hour.

Rotisserie Chicken Alfredo

Get Recipe: Rotisserie Chicken Alfredo

If you're in need of a kid-friendly meal, turn to this chicken alfredo.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Get Recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup

My favorite shortcut for this soup is to use rotisserie chicken. It takes an already quick recipe and makes it even quicker.

Chicken Caesar Wrap

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Get Recipe: Chicken Caesar Wrap

Whether it's for lunch at home or a light, no cook summer dinner, this chicken Caesar wrap is a simple and delicious classic.

Taquitos de Pollo (Chicken Taquitos)

Get Recipe: Taquitos de Pollo (Chicken Taquitos)

Treat these taquitos as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, the choice is yours.

Chicken Panzanella Salad

Get Recipe: Chicken Panzanella Salad

Panzanella is a classic Italian salad made with stale bread, dressing, and chopped vegetables. This ones ups the ante with shredded rotisserie chicken and blistered peppers.

Rotisserie Chicken Stroganoff

Get Recipe: Rotisserie Chicken Stroganoff

For a new take on classic beef stroganoff, try this rotisserie chicken version.

Buffalo Chicken Chili

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For game day or any day, this buffalo chicken chili is a clear winner.

Chicken Salad with Tahini Dressing

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Get Recipe: Chicken Salad with Tahini Dressing

A light, refreshing and crunchy salad can be the perfect meal prep for a busy week. This one gets it's flavor from nutty tahini and a little bit of soy sauce.

Tamale Pie with Chicken, Green Chiles, and Cheese

Get Recipe: Tamale Pie with Chicken, Green Chiles, and Cheese

For the flavors of a tamale without all the work, make this delicious tamale pie.

BBQ Chicken Sheet Pan Pizza

Get Recipe: BBQ Chicken Sheet Pan Pizza

Sheet pan pizzas are a sure crowd pleaser, and this one is extra simple thanks store-bought dough, rotisserie chicken and your favorite barbecue sauce.

Skillet Chicken Divan

Get Recipe: Skillet Chicken Divan

This recipe takes retro chicken divan from weekend to weeknight. Serve with rice or egg noodles and the whole family will love it!

Chicken Carbonara

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Get Recipe: Chicken Carbonara

If you already know and love classic spaghetti carbonara, you need to try this version.

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