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Easy Rotisserie Chicken Recipes

By The editors of MidwestLiving.com Updated February 16, 2021
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With a deli-roasted chicken, you're on your way to an easy dinner! We show you how to use rotisserie chicken in quick recipes for casseroles, soups, salads and sandwiches.

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Green Salad with Chicken and Marinated Peas

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In her book Ruffage: A Practical Guide to Vegetables, Abra Berens called this recipe Green Salad with Marinated Peas and Yesterday's Chicken because she makes it the day after roasting a chicken. A supermarket rotisserie bird makes things even simpler.

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Pesto Penne with Deli-Roasted Chicken

Pesto Penne with Deli-Roasted Chicken
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Purchased pesto and roast chicken help get this quick and easy main dish on the table in just 20 minutes. Fresh broccoli cooks with the pasta and lends straight-from-the-garden flavor.

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Coconut Chicken Noodle Bowl

Coconut Chicken Noodle Bowl
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Ready in 30 minutes, this restaurant-style noodle bowl is a breeze to throw together. Coconut milk and fish sauce-Thai staples available at the supermarket-impart authentic flavor.

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Sweet and Salty Chicken Salad

Sweet and Salty Chicken Salad
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This fresh take on chicken salad starts with a stack of cabbage, deli-roasted chicken, grapes, apple chunks and pineapple. Drizzle with a homemade dressing of ginger-sesame stir-fry sauce, peanut butter and crushed red pepper.

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Pulled Roast Chicken Sandwiches

Pulled Roast Chicken Sandwiches
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A quick homemade barbecue sauce slathers shredded rotisserie chicken. Serve on buns alongside coleslaw mix and pickles-and you've got dinner in 30 minutes or less!

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Thai Chicken-Noodle Salad

Thai Chicken-Noodle Salad
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A homemade peanut sauce complements deli-roasted chicken in this easy noodle bowl recipe. Cayenne pepper adds heat, balanced by cool cucumber and cilantro.

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Tortellini Florentine Soup

Tortellini Florentine Soup
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This easy soup recipe calls for light Alfredo pasta sauce, baby spinach, deli chicken and tortellini. Dried tomato strips to add a bit of tang. You'll have dinner on the table in 30 minutes.

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New Potato and Chicken Casserole

New Potato and Chicken Casserole
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Green beans, mushrooms, leeks, potato and handy rotisserie chicken make this creamy casserole a true one-dish meal.

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Orange Chicken Coleslaw Salad

Orange Chicken Coleslaw Salad
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This unusual recipe combines orange marmalade and soy sauce to make a sweet-and-salty dressing for chicken, cabbage and crunchy ramen noodles. Serve the mixture over a bed of fresh spinach for a nutrient-packed meal.

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Chicken Banh Mi

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Layer rotisserie chicken with crisp veggies, mayo and zippy sesame dressing on a soft roll for this easy version of the popular Vietnamese sandwich.

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Greek Chicken Salad

Greek Chicken Salad
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Toss this salad together in just 15 minutes using deli-roasted chicken, a package of spring mix salad greens, chopped veggies and bottled Greek salad dressing. Leftovers? Tuck them into a pita for lunch the next day.

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Spicy Chicken-Peanut Thai Pizza

Spicy Chicken-Peanut Thai Pizza
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If you love Thai peanut sauce, you'll go nuts for this simple pizza. We especially love how the veggies go on after the pizza bakes, so they stay fresh, crispy and colorful.

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Greek Chicken Wrap

Greek Chicken Wrap
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The secret to this simple and nutritious supper wrap: A quick, garlicky stir-together sauce made with yogurt and feta cheese.

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Chicken with Summer Squash

Chicken with Summer Squash
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Sauteed summer squash and cherry tomatoes dress up deli-roasted chicken. Sprinkle on arugula leaves just before serving for color and peppery flavor.

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Chipotle Chicken and Cheddar Panini

Chipotle Chicken and Cheddar Panini
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A handy supermarket product-chipotle-flavor mayo-is the secret ingredient in this loaded sandwich. We love the convenience, but if you like, stir 1 teaspoon of minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce into regular mayonnaise instead.

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Chicken Garden Pesto Pizza

Chicken Garden Pesto Pizza
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A pound of pizza dough and just five simple ingredients yield a flavorful and beautiful summer pizza. Feel free to substitute zucchini for the summer squash or fresh red sweet pepper for the bottled roasted.

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Basil, Chicken and Tomatoes

Basil, Chicken and Tomatoes
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For a fresh twist on Caprese salad, stack roma tomatoes, avocado slices and deli-roasted chicken. A squeeze of lime and sprinkling of fresh basil add just the right finishing touches.

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Chicken BLT Sandwiches

Chicken BLT Sandwiches
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You can't beat an old-fashioned BLT-but it's not the most filling sandwich. Rotisserie chicken ramps up the protein, while zippy lemon mayo adds another layer of interest.

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Garlic-Parmesan Chicken and Noodles

Garlic-Parmesan Chicken and Noodles
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Garlic and Parmesan cheese bumps up the flavor of chicken and noodles in these bubbly individual casseroles.

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Chicken, Tomato and Spinach Mac and Cheese

Chicken, Tomato and Spinach Mac and Cheese
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We gave homey mac and cheese a refresh. The saucepan sauce is made without a flour thickener, so it's lighter-tasting than baked versions. And adding veggies and chicken makes it a well-rounded meal.

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Loaded Greek Chicken Pizza

Loaded Greek Chicken Pizza
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Frozen spinach-artichoke dip is the secret ingredient in this fabulous pizza that delivers an authentically salty punch of kalamata olives and feta cheese.

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Coconut-Lime Chicken Soup

Coconut-Lime Chicken Soup
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Start with a rotisserie chicken, and you can whip up this Thai-inspired soup in less than 30 minutes.

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Blue Cheese and Balsamic Chicken Pizza

Blue Cheese and Balsamic Chicken Pizza
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Topped with blue cheese, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes and a balsamic-spiked tomato sauce, this potent pizza has definite adult flavor. 

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Chicken Taco Salad

Chicken Taco Salad
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Pick up a rotisserie chicken and a few veggies on the way home from work, and in 20 minutes, you can serve this colorful, crowd-pleasing salad for dinner.

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Chicken Tacos with Avocado Salsa and Ranch Taco Sauce

Chicken Tacos with Avocado Salsa and Ranch Taco Sauce
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Fresh tomatillos and jicama add authentic tartness and crunch to this made-in-minutes dinner. You can find both veggies at large supermarkets or Latin groceries.

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Chicken and Asparagus Risotto

Chicken and Asparagus Risotto
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Don't be afraid to try this Italian classic at home! Our hearty version is made with convenient rotisserie chicken and loaded with asparagus, herbs and lemony flavor.

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Rosy Red Salad with Chicken

Rosy Red Salad with Chicken

Packaged refrigerated roasted beets make this salad a quick dinner choice; it's pretty enough to serve to guests for a spring or summer brunch or casual supper.Rosy Red Salad with Chicken

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Chicken Cuban Sandwiches

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We traded the traditional roast pork for rotisserie chicken, but kept the signature Cuban flavors-mustard, onion and pickles.

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Roasted Chicken, Focaccia and Olive Salad

Roasted Chicken, Focaccia and Olive Salad
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Deli-roasted chicken turns this Mediterranean-inspired dish from a side salad into a meal. Toss garlic focaccia croutons, olives, romaine lettuce and chicken with an easy homemade vinaigrette.  

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Chicken and Kielbasa Winter Stew

Chicken and Kielbasa Winter Stew
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Shhh! Don't tell anyone, but this hearty supper soup takes just an hour to make. The secret? Deli-roasted chicken and precooked sausage. Pair with breadsticks or a crusty baguette for a perfect winter meal that will fill your house with good smells.

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Chicken Quesadillas

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Just add shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sauteed mushrooms and fresh spinach to shredded deli-roasted chicken for a super-fast meal. Customize to your taste with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, chopped green onions or fresh cilantro.

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Buffalo Chicken Wedge Salad

Buffalo Chicken Wedge Salad
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Crisp iceberg lettuce is the perfect foil for the flavors of buffalo chicken wings: blue cheese, celery, onion and creamy buffalo ranch salad dressing.

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Herbed Chicken and Orzo

Herbed Chicken and Orzo
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Soft cheese with garlic and herbs melts over orzo, shredded rotisserie chicken, fresh green beans and shredded carrots for an easy weeknight casserole.

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Chicken Linguine with Pesto Sauce

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Prepared ingredients such as rotisserie chicken and jarred Alfredo sauce help get this dinner recipe ready in just 20 minutes.

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Pineapple Barbecue Chicken Pizza

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We updated the modern-classic barbecue chicken pizza by adding sweet, juicy pineapple.

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Chicken Focaccia Bread Sandwiches

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Make these hearty sandwiches for a quick lunch or dinner. Add fresh fruit and a beverage for a picnic!

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Chicken Cobb Salad

Chicken Cobb Salad
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Why save this classic for when you're dining out? Rotisserie chicken makes it easy to enjoy a Cobb at home. Just add a whole-grain roll, and you've got a well-rounded meal.

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Chicken-Broccoli Mac and Cheese

Chicken-Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese
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An easy cheese sauce seasons the pasta, deli chicken and fresh broccoli in this quick dinner. 

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Three-Cheese Ziti and Smoked Chicken Casserole

Three-Cheese Ziti and Smoked Chicken Casserole
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Asiago, Fontina and blue cheeses add rich, creamy flavor to this chicken and pasta casserole.

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    4 of 39 Sweet and Salty Chicken Salad
    5 of 39 Pulled Roast Chicken Sandwiches
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    9 of 39 Orange Chicken Coleslaw Salad
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    11 of 39 Greek Chicken Salad
    12 of 39 Spicy Chicken-Peanut Thai Pizza
    13 of 39 Greek Chicken Wrap
    14 of 39 Chicken with Summer Squash
    15 of 39 Chipotle Chicken and Cheddar Panini
    16 of 39 Chicken Garden Pesto Pizza
    17 of 39 Basil, Chicken and Tomatoes
    18 of 39 Chicken BLT Sandwiches
    19 of 39 Garlic-Parmesan Chicken and Noodles
    20 of 39 Chicken, Tomato and Spinach Mac and Cheese
    21 of 39 Loaded Greek Chicken Pizza
    22 of 39 Coconut-Lime Chicken Soup
    23 of 39 Blue Cheese and Balsamic Chicken Pizza
    24 of 39 Chicken Taco Salad
    25 of 39 Chicken Tacos with Avocado Salsa and Ranch Taco Sauce
    26 of 39 Chicken and Asparagus Risotto
    27 of 39 Rosy Red Salad with Chicken
    28 of 39 Chicken Cuban Sandwiches
    29 of 39 Roasted Chicken, Focaccia and Olive Salad
    30 of 39 Chicken and Kielbasa Winter Stew
    31 of 39 Chicken Quesadillas
    32 of 39 Buffalo Chicken Wedge Salad
    33 of 39 Herbed Chicken and Orzo
    34 of 39 Chicken Linguine with Pesto Sauce
    35 of 39 Pineapple Barbecue Chicken Pizza
    36 of 39 Chicken Focaccia Bread Sandwiches
    37 of 39 Chicken Cobb Salad
    38 of 39 Chicken-Broccoli Mac and Cheese
    39 of 39 Three-Cheese Ziti and Smoked Chicken Casserole

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