25 Delectable Recipes That Make Good Use of Rotisserie Chicken

Rotisserie chicken, precooked andouille sausage, and frozen okra are the workarounds that get this stew on the table in 30 minutes. To make the most of your time, bake a batch of cornbread while the gumbo simmers.

Enjoy your Cobb salad in sandwich form when you stack crusty bread with shredded chicken, bacon, tomato, avocado, and hard-cooked eggs. Drizzle with homemade blue cheese dressing just before serving.

Using a supermarket rotisserie chicken and quick-cooking couscous gets this one-pot dinner on the table in a flash. Fresh mint leaves, chopped navel orange, and toasted pistachios lend vibrant flavors to this easy meal.

Kale and lemon zest add a twist to this chicken and pasta casserole, while ricotta and parmesan cheeses make it rich and satisfying.

Dried apricots, fresh basil, and slivered almonds make this chicken salad worthy of a spot at an elegant luncheon or in a pretty picnic basket. Combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, paprika, minced garlic, and champagne vinegar to make the tangy, flavorful dressing.

This sandwich—a cross between an Asian chicken salad and a Vietnamese banh mi sandwich—gets crunch and color from a tangy slaw of red cabbage and carrots dressed in lime juice and soy sauce. Spread a baguette with mayonnaise and layer with shredded rotisserie chicken, slaw, and fresh cilantro and mint leaves.

In just under 20 minutes, create this immunity-boosting soup with store-bought broth and rotisserie chicken—dinner is served in a flash!

Our easy version of the traditional Mexican soup seasons canned chicken broth with tomato paste, chili powder, and plenty of garlic. Pick up a rotisserie chicken or use leftover chicken or turkey as the protein base.

Toss chickpeas, sliced English cucumber, celery, and shredded rotisserie chicken breasts in pesto to make this hearty chicken salad. Chopped tomatoes and bell peppers can be added for extra flavor and crunch.

A tangy, spicy spread made from sour cream, pickled jalapeños, and lime juice adds kick to these wraps stuffed with rotisserie chicken, black beans, tomato, and avocado.

It's quick and easy to make this sophisticated chicken salad when you start with a store-bought rotisserie chicken. Add toasted pecans, sliced celery and scallions, raisins, oregano, and chopped Fuji or lady apples, and coat with a tangy sour cream dressing.

Blend two cups of fresh cilantro with lime juice and vegetable oil to make the bold, fresh dressing for this quick Asian chicken salad. Toss romaine lettuce with the cilantro dressing and pile rotisserie chicken, red bell pepper, scallions, red cabbage, and cashews on top.

Fennel bulb and seeds add a new twist to the classic chicken potpie. Using store-bought pie crust and rotisserie chicken means this recipe is quick enough to make for a weeknight dinner.

Using a rotisserie chicken and bottled barbecue sauce, these irresistible sandwiches come together in just 15 minutes. Choose thick Texas toast or regular white sandwich bread to make the garlic toast.

With brown rice, black beans, and sliced tomatoes, this hearty Southwestern chicken salad makes a complete meal. Toss with jalapeño-cumin vinaigrette to give it a little kick.

Shredded rotisserie chicken is a great source of protein in this easy and filling sandwich. Spread slices of toast with garlic mayonnaise and stack with sliced avocado and bacon for a satisfying bite. Served with a side salad, it's a great dinner option.

Combine shredded rotisserie chicken with sautéed spinach in a white wine-cream sauce to make this comforting casserole. The topping of torn bread lightly coated in olive oil becomes golden and crisp as it bakes.

Marinate sliced white button or cremini mushrooms in a warm mixture of soy sauce, lemon juice, sugar, and sesame oil to make a delectable dressing for this quick Asian chicken salad. Toss the dressing with shredded leftover cooked or rotisserie chicken, napa cabbage, radishes, carrot, celery, scallion, and mint leaves.

Flaky cheddar pastry encloses a filling of sautéed kale, leeks, thyme, and shredded chicken. These hand-held pies make a satisfying lunch dish or party appetizer.

The simple cilantro-lime marinade transforms the rotisserie chicken in this deconstructed burrito, while the rice and beans can easily be switched out for your favorite grains or lettuce.

Rotisserie chicken and frozen corn are great time-savers in these easy burritos. Sautéed mushrooms, green salsa, goat cheese, and spinach add layers of flavor.

This Indian-inspired chicken salad combines shredded chicken and diced mango in a spicy yogurt dressing seasoned with Major Grey's mango chutney, lime juice, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and fresh cilantro. Serve the chicken salad on a bed of spinach, sprinkled with toasted coconut.

Use store-bought rotisserie chicken to prepare this quick dinner—it's ready in just 25 minutes. To make this Mexican-inspired chicken salad, melt Monterey Jack cheese on oven-crisped corn tortillas before topping with a chili powder-seasoned chicken and red onion mixture. Top each chicken tostada salad with your choice of garnishes, such as diced avocado, chopped tomato, fresh cilantro, or salsa.