Got leftover chicken? These easy recipes turn it into quick dinners, cozy soups, and comforting casseroles with no extra fuss, just big flavor.
One of my favorite recipes is my air fryer whole chicken. It makes juicy chicken that will rival any rotisserie chicken and only takes a few minutes of prep. As much as I love it for dinner, I love it even more for the leftovers it gives (it also makes great meal prep!). You could also make some simple baked chicken breasts for the week, there are so many uses for that cooked chicken!
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From soups to casseroles to everything in between, here are a collection of some of my favorite recipes to use up cooked chicken.
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7 Versatile Chicken Dishes
Chicken Fried Rice
This easy chicken fried rice is a quick one-pan favorite loaded with leftover chicken, any veggies you may have on hand, and fluffy rice.
Marry Me Chicken Orzo
Tender leftover chicken and creamy, dreamy orzo come together in a rich sun-dried tomato sauce that tastes restaurant-worthy with hardly any effort.
Sheet Pan Quesadillas
Sheet pan quesadillas are crispy, cheesy, and packed with leftover chicken. It is an easy hands-off dinner that feeds a crowd fast.
Chicken Salad
This classic chicken salad is creamy, crunchy, and full of flavor, making leftover chicken the easiest lunch (or light dinner) of the week.
Enchilada Skillet
This enchilada skillet has all the bold, cozy flavors you love, saucy, cheesy, and loaded with leftover chicken, without the rolling and baking.
Easy Chicken Roll Ups
These chicken roll ups are cheesy, comforting, and so simple, wrapping leftover chicken in a quick-to-make dinner everyone loves.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Warm, creamy buffalo chicken dip is the ultimate party snack. It’s spicy, cheesy, and made extra easy with leftover chicken.
6 Chicken Soups
Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Creamy chicken wild rice soup is hearty and cozy, filled with tender chicken, earthy wild rice, and veggies in every spoonful.
White Lasagna Soup
This healthier white lasagna soup recipe has all the richness of a traditional creamed soup, but the base is made creamy with blended vegetables instead of heavy cream.
Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup
Creamy chicken tortellini soup is a cozy one-pot meal with tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich broth.
Chicken Vegetable Soup
Chicken vegetable soup is wholesome and cozy, brimming with leftover chicken and colorful veggies in a simple, flavorful broth.
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Creamy chicken noodle soup is a comforting twist on the classic, with lots of noodles and leftover chicken.
Chicken Corn Chowder
Chicken corn chowder is thick, creamy, and slightly sweet, with leftover chicken and corn making it extra satisfying.
12 Chicken Casseroles
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
This chicken bacon ranch casserole is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with smoky bacon flavor. It makes for an easy weeknight crowd-pleaser.
Poppy Seed Chicken
Poppy seed chicken is an old-school comfort classic with a creamy sauce and buttery topping that makes leftover chicken taste brand new.
Chicken Spaghetti
Chicken spaghetti is cheesy, saucy, and kid-friendly, turning leftover chicken into a cozy casserole everyone goes back for.
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Chicken pot pie casserole is packed with creamy chicken and veggies under a golden, buttery topping.
Chicken Stuffing Casserole
This chicken stuffing casserole is a cozy, no-fuss dinner with tender leftover chicken in a creamy sauce topped with crisp, buttery stuffing.
Easy Chicken Noodle Casserole
Easy chicken noodle casserole is creamy, hearty, and perfect for busy nights and leftover chicken makes it come together in a flash.
Chicken Broccoli Casserole
Chicken broccoli casserole is a cheesy classic with tender broccoli and a creamy sauce. Perfectly simple, satisfying, and family-friendly.
Chicken and Mushroom Casserole
Chicken and mushroom casserole is rich and cozy, with savory mushrooms and a creamy sauce that makes leftover chicken shine.
Chicken Alfredo Bake
This chicken alfredo bake is ultra creamy, cheesy, and comforting, with leftover chicken turning it into the easiest pasta night.
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Buffalo chicken mac and cheese is spicy, creamy, and packed with cheesy goodness.
Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Chicken parmesan casserole is a cheesy, saucy baked dinner with classic Italian flavors.
Salsa Chicken Casserole
Salsa chicken casserole is zesty, cheesy, and super simple, with leftover chicken and salsa doing all the heavy lifting for big flavor.
