42 Delicious Ways to Use Rotisserie Chicken

42 Delicious Ways to Use Rotisserie Chicken
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Close up view of the corner of the french chicken casserole with a scoop taken out of it.
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Rotisserie chicken is a lifesaver when you need a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. Whether you’re short on time or just want to simplify a meal, a store-bought rotisserie chicken can make things so much easier. This convenient grocery shortcut is already cooked and can be transformed into all kinds of dishes with minimal effort.

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Chicken Appetizers

Turn rotisserie chicken into easy appetizers, from extra-cheesy chicken sliders and chicken nachos to classic Buffalo chicken dip.

Chicken Soups

Soups are the best way to use rotisserie chicken! Whether it’s a classic chicken noodle soup and chicken tortilla soup, or a creamy chicken vegetable soup, we’ve got you covered with some of our faves.

Chicken Salads

Got leftover rotisserie chicken? Shred or chop it for easy salads the next day.

Chicken Casseroles

Cozy casseroles like chicken pot pie casserole, chicken divan, or French chicken casserole are the perfect weeknight dinner – especially when you’re using rotisserie chicken.