10 Clever Ways to Turn Last Night’s Chicken into a Weeknight Winner
With these 10 clever ideas, turn last night’s chicken dinner into today’s weeknight winner. These recipes make reusing your leftovers simple and delicious.
Chicken Enchilada Bake
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Mexican-style rice is so popular, why not turn it into a full meal? This chicken enchilada bake uses whole-grain rice and leftover chicken for a nutritious twist, making it a great option that the whole family will gobble up. Get the recipe: Chicken Enchilada Bake
Chicken Burrito Bowl
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This chicken burrito bowl is a delicious, homemade copycat Chipotle dish. Using leftover chicken makes it an easy meal bursting with flavor. Get the recipe: Chicken Burrito Bowl
Chicken Avocado Salad with Pecans
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Turn leftover rotisserie chicken into a deliciously creamy avocado salad with pecans. It’s the perfect way to refresh yesterday’s dinner Get the recipe: Chicken Avocado Salad with Pecans
Spicy Chicken Soup with Peppers
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This homemade spicy chicken soup with peppers is a perfect light, healthy meal and a quick way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken. Pair it with a salad, or add some cooked rice or noodles for extra heartiness. Get the recipe: Spicy Chicken Soup with Peppers
Cauliflower Chicken Bake
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This cheesy, comforting cauliflower chicken bake is bound to be a crowd-pleaser. Make sure to whip up a double batch—everyone will definitely be coming back for seconds. Get the recipe: Cheesy Cauliflower Chicken Casserole
Tex Mex Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
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This cheesy stuffed spaghetti squash recipe has a Tex-Mex twist with chili lime chicken, salsa, beans, and cilantro. It’s like a healthy southwest taco in a spaghetti squash boat. Get the recipe: Tex Mex Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
Chicken Curry Salad with Apples and Almonds
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Try this delicious chicken curry salad with a creamy yogurt and mustard dressing. It’s got a satisfying crunch from toasted almonds and a sweet twist from juicy apple chunks. Get the recipe: Creamy Chicken Curry Salad
Chicken Tortilla Soup
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This gluten-free, protein-packed Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ideal cozy meal for a chilly day. Made with leftover rotisserie chicken, it’s both healthy and flavorful, with crispy tortilla chips on top. Get the recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup
BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza
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Try this BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza, which is perfect for using up leftover chicken. The tangy BBQ sauce pairs with a cheesy layer and your favorite toppings for a quick, delicious meal. Get the recipe: BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake
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This creamy, cheesy chicken broccoli bake is an easy way to enjoy a wholesome, satisfying meal. Using shredded rotisserie chicken makes this comforting casserole a breeze to prepare. Get the recipe: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Bake