A over a month’s worth of delicious dinners that can be prepared in practically no time with the help of a supermarket rotisserie chicken.
As far as I’m concerned, there isn’t a better mealtime hack than a supermarket rotisserie chicken.
From soups to casseroles to pasta bakes and enchiladas (my personal favorites), you’ll find great ideas for quick weeknight meals–most can be made in 30 minutes or less.
Not every recipe specifically calls for rotisserie chicken, but it’s a great way to make a quick and easy version of any dish that requires cooked chicken.
And if you’re cooking for 2 or 3 people, you can probably even get two meals out of one chicken!
Or if you prefer getting dinner started early, there are slow cooker recipes too.Either way, these tried and true favorites are sure to make repeat appearances on your dinner menu.
If you’d like to roast your own chicken to use in any of these recipes, I recommend my Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken.
FAQS about Rotisserie Chicken
Is using a rotisserie chicken budget friendly?
Almost always! Unlike most prepared foods, a rotisserie chicken is usually less expensive than buying the same amount of uncooked chicken from the meat counter or butcher
How long will rotisserie chicken last in the refrigerator?
Rotisserie chicken should last 3-4 days in the refrigerator when stored properly.
How should I store rotisserie chicken?
Keep the chicken in an airtight container or zip-top bag in the coldest part of the fridge–which is usually at the top and back.
Can I freeze rotisserie chicken?
Yes, properly stored rotisserie chicken will last up to 4 months in the freezer, although it will lose texture and flavor over time. I like to freeze cooked chicken in zip-top bags, making sure to squeeze out any excess air before sealing.
Thirty Plus Meals Made with a Rotisserie Chicken
Crescent Topped Chicken Pot Pies
Chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce, topped with crescent roll dough and baked until golden and bubbly.
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas
A flavorful chicken and cheese filling is wrapped in flour tortillas, then air fried to create this delicious Tex-Mex style meal.
Easy Peanut Chicken Stir Fry
Rice noodles, chicken and vegetables are tossed in a zippy peanut sauce in this Asian inspired recipe that’s on the table in about 30 minutes.
Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Soup
This creamy slow cooked soup is loaded with tender chicken, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and a hint of Ranch seasoning. Total comfort food!
Baked Chipotle Ranch Chicken Tacos
Crispy tacos shells are filled with chipotle ranch seasoned chicken and cheese, then baked and filled with your favorite taco toppings in this easy, crowd-pleasing dinner.
Southwest Cream Cheese Chicken Wraps
Chicken and cream cheese are combined with red peppers, black beans, corn,shredded cheddar and southwest spices in these Southwest Cream Cheese Chicken Wraps. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Chicken and Potato Stew
This hearty stew, loaded with tender chicken, potatoes, carrots and fresh thyme, is the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening.
Sheet Pan Chicken Quesadillas
Baked in a sheet pan, this giant quesadilla is loaded with chicken and cheese, all in a crispy tortilla crust. Perfect for parties, game-day and feeding a crowd!
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Filling
Chicken, rice, black beans and corn come together in this hearty slow cooker burrito filling!
Roasted Poblano Chicken and Corn Chowder
Chicken, roasted poblano peppers, corn, potatoes, bacon and cheese come together in a rich, creamy broth for a comforting, flavorful soup the whole family will love.
Cheesy Chicken Curry Casserole
This cheesy, comforting casserole is made with cooked rice, shredded cheese, and tender shredded chicken in a creamy curry sauce. Add broccoli or other veggies for a complete meal.
Easy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Bake
Pasta and chicken in a creamy cheese sauce, loaded with spinach, peppers and fresh herbs. An easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
Smothered Chicken Burritos
Slow cooked chicken, rice and cheese, rolled in tortillas then smothered in a creamy green chili sauce and baked.
Buffalo Chicken Potato Soup
Chicken, potatoes and cheese in a spicy, hot sauce infused broth. The perfect soup for Buffalo chicken lovers!
Easy Fry Bread Chicken Tacos
Fry bread taco shells are topped with savory shredded chicken, plus your favorite taco toppings like cheese, sour cream, avocado and tomato, plus a creamy cilantro lime dressing.
Cranberry Pistachio Chicken Salad
With dried cranberries and pistachios, this chicken salad is perfect for the holiday season, but it's delicious any time of year!
Easy Thai Chicken Noodle Soup
Loaded with chicken, veggies and rice noodles, this coconut milk based soup comes together in about 20 minutes and is a family favorite.
Cheesy Green Chili Chicken and Rice Casserole
Chicken, rice, salsa verde and plenty of cheese combine in this hearty, comforting Tex-Mex casserole.
Baked Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
Melted provolone cheese and shredded Buffalo style chicken filling are piled into sub sandwich buns, then topped with green onions and blue cheese in this quick and easy meal the whole family will love.
Chicken Spinach Lasagna Soup
Tender chunks of chicken, fresh spinach and noodles are cooked in a creamy, Alfredo-style broth in this delicious, heartwarming soup.
Tex Mex White Chicken Spaghetti
Spaghetti in a spicy white cheddar cheese sauce, with chicken,dicedtomatoes and cilantro.
Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie
Potato gnocchi combines with tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce that's baked until bubbly, then topped with crispy, golden pie crust in this comforting recipe the whole family will love.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese
Elbow macaroni baked in a three cheese sauce, with chicken and bacon, and topped with crispy bread crumbs.
Tater Tot Chicken Pot Pie
Instead of the traditional crust, this hearty chicken pot pie is topped off with a layer of crispy tater tots, making it a favorite of both kids and adults alike.
Chicken Cheddar Corn Chowder
This rich, creamy soup features tender chunks of chicken, crispy bacon, plenty of potatoes and corn, and lots of cheddar cheese. True comfort food on a chilly day.
Easy Chicken Enchilada Bake
All of the flavors of your favorite chicken enchiladas, baked into a cheesy, layered casserole. This hearty casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or sharing at a potluck.
Award Winning Buffalo Chicken Potato Casserole
Cheesydicedpotatoes combine with hot and spicy chicken in this heartwarming casserole.
Green Chile Chicken Pot Pie
A creamy, cheesy green chile and chicken filling is topped off with a delicious biscuit-like topping in this Tex-Mex style comfort food the whole family will love!
Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Peppers
Sweet bell peppers are stuffed with a cheesy chicken filling in this hearty, satisfying Tex-Mex dinner, that’s a delicious twist on traditional enchiladas.
Cheesy Ranch Chicken Noodle Bake
Egg noodles combine with chicken in a creamy, cheesy, Ranch infused sauce in this home-style casserole topped with butter cracker crumbs.
One Pot Spicy Chicken Riggies
This one pot meal features rigatoni pasta and chicken in a spicy tomato cream sauce.
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
This delightfully light yet heart soup features tender chicken, thyme, and a hint of lemon. It's the perfect soup for those spring evenings that are still a bit chilly.
Orzo Chicken Skillet
Orzo pasta, tender chicken and fresh spinach come together in this easy one pot meal!
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
Shredded chicken is mixed with both enchilada sauce, Buffalo sauce and cheese, then rolled up in flour tortillas and topped with a creamy buffalo sauce.
Chicken Parmesan Soup
All the flavors of the classic Italian chicken dish are packed into this hearty chicken soup. Finished off with croutons and Parmesan cheese, this soup is always a hit with kids and adults alike.
Rotel Chicken Spaghetti
Spaghetti gets a spicy kick with the addition of cheese anddicedtomatoes and green chilies!
Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie
Tender chunks of chicken and potato, with peas and carrots, are cooked in a creamy sauce, then topped off with wedges of flaky pie crust in this slow cooker version of classic comfort food.
White Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce
Chicken, green chilies and cheese, rolled in floured tortillas and smothered in a creamy homemade sauce.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
All the flavors of your favorite enchiladas come together in this hearty soup made with chicken, corn, beans, chili peppers and tortillas.
Buffalo Chicken Biscuit Bake
Shredded chicken is mixed with cream cheese and buffalo sauce, then topped off with refrigerated biscuit dough in this spicy comfort food casserole the whole family will love!
Creamy Chicken Orzo Pesto Soup
Orzo, chicken and vegetables in a creamy pesto broth.
Chicken Spinach Lasagna Rolls
A cheesy chicken and spinach mixture is rolled in lasagna noodles and baked in this easy but elegant dinner recipe.
King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Tortillas, chicken, peppers, cheese and a creamy sauce are layered together in this crowd-pleasing Southwest chicken casserole.
Easy Buffalo Chicken Tacos
These quick and easy Buffalo chicken tacos are ready in about 15 minutes! Which makes them the perfect week night meal.
Creamy Tomato Chicken Gnocchi Soup
A creamy tomato based broth is loaded with gnocchi pasta and tender chicken in this easy and heartwarming soup.
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Last Updated on 2024-06-28 by Danelle
