10 Leftover Chicken Recipes That Won't Feel Like Last Night's Dinner

Tired of boring leftovers? These 10 leftover chicken recipes will turn your dinner into something totally fresh and new. From flavorful fried rice to rich and creamy casseroles, you’ll forget you ever had this chicken for dinner last night.

Chicken Veggie Casserole

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This chicken veggie casserole is packed with tender chicken, colorful veggies, and a creamy sauce, all topped with melted cheese. It’s an easy, cozy dish that’s perfect for using up leftovers and bringing some comfort to the table. Get the recipe: Creamy Chicken Casserole

Lemon Basil Chicken and Rice Salad

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This lemon basil chicken and rice salad is a fresh mix of chicken, fluffy rice, and crunchy veggies with a light, tasty dressing. It’s a quick and easy way to turn leftover chicken into something delicious. Get the recipe: Chicken and Rice Salad

Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe

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This chicken burrito bowl is loaded with fresh veggies, chicken, rice, and all the best toppings. Perfect for using up leftover chicken and making mealtime a breeze. Get the recipe: Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe

5-Minute BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza

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This 5-minute BBQ chicken pita pizza is packed with chicken, your favorite BBQ sauce, and melty cheese on a crispy pita bread crust. It’s a yummy way to use leftover chicken for a super quick dinner. Get the recipe: BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza

Baked Chicken Tetrazzini

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This baked chicken tetrazzini is loaded with juicy chunks of leftover chicken, sautéed onions, mushrooms, and spaghetti noodles, all smothered in a creamy homemade sauce and topped with bubbling cheddar cheese. Comfort food at its finest. Get the recipe: Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe

Homemade Chicken Fried Rice

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This homemade chicken fried rice is a healthier take on your favorite Chinese takeout, ready in just 15 minutes. Using leftover chicken keeps it super easy and perfect for a quick meal fix. Get the recipe: Chicken Fried Rice

Leftover Chicken and Pesto Sliders

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Turn your leftover rotisserie chicken into these juicy, cheesy pesto sliders. The pesto adds great flavor and keeps the chicken moist—perfect for using up breast meat. These sliders are easy, tasty, and ideal for next-day munching. Get the recipe: Leftover Chicken Pesto Sliders

Easy Chicken Chili

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A perfect choice for cold weather, this one-pot chicken chili offers the flavors of a slow-cooked stew in a fraction of the time. This chicken chili is easy to make and highly customizable for family dinners or social gatherings. Get the recipe: Chicken Chili

Chicken and Pesto Pasta Salad

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This chicken and pesto pasta salad is super easy to throw together and seriously delicious. This recipe takes less than 20 minutes from start to finish. Get the recipe: Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake

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This cheesy chicken broccoli bake is a comforting casserole featuring leftover chicken along with broccoli in a creamy homemade sauce. It’s a simple recipe that everyone loves. Get the recipe: Chicken Broccoli Bake