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Leftover Chicken Recipes

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These leftover chicken recipes are exactly what you need anytime you have some leftover chicken in your fridge! They are perfect for after the holidays or a family get-together when you just always seem to have too many leftovers. So instead of eating chicken sandwiches for a week, try out some of these delicious and flavorful leftover chicken recipes!

Best Leftover Chicken Recipes

Chicken is used in such a wide variety of dishes that it seems I always have some leftovers in my fridge! I try to keep my meals different and delicious so that we don’t end up having to eat the same thing over and over while we try to use up the chicken.

Below is my list of recipes that I go to anytime I have some leftover chicken! These dishes are hearty, savory, and extremely delicious- and using leftover chicken makes them extra easy!

Best leftover chicken recipes to make any day of the week featuring 4 tasty recipes to try.
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If you're looking for the very best recipes to use up leftover chicken - look no further! Everything you need to feed a hungry family is shared below!

1. Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

The flavorful chicken enchiladas topped with the creamy sour cream sauce are going to be a hit with your entire family! Any leftover chicken you have will work perfectly for this dish!

It doesn’t matter if you're using freshly boiled chicken, leftover cooked chicken, or pulled rotisserie chicken - any of these recipes will turn out deliciously!

Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Sour cream chicken enchiladas with green enchilada sauce are creamy, cheesy, and full of Mexican flavor that the whole family will enjoy! This enchilada recipe is made with no condensed soup, but don't worry; there is no shortage of flavor! The combination of taco seasoning and sour cream with melted cheese and green sauce gives these sour cream chicken enchiladas all the flavor they need!
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2. Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

This creamy, cheesy, and tender casserole will leave you feeling satisfied and comforted! I recommend adding the Panko breadcrumbs for a delightfully crunchy topping!

Since this recipe combines so many yummy flavors, it can stretch your bit of leftover chicken out to make a hearty family meal!

Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole (Super Cheesy Family Favorite Dinner!)
My chicken broccoli rice casserole is an easy dish loaded with creamy chicken sauce, tender chicken, broccoli, rice, and cheese flavors! All of the tasty ingredients are layered into a single casserole dish for an extra simple meal! It's a long-time family favorite casserole that works wonderfully for feeding a hungry crowd any night of the week!
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3. Doritos Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese

This kid-friendly casserole is fun to make and full of flavor! The Doritos add such a cheesy, crunchy element that will leave you wanting more!

Doritos Chicken Casserole (with Cream Cheese)
This cheesy Doritos chicken casserole is tasty enough for any night of the week. It’s a creamy casserole loaded with cream cheese and shredded chicken, then topped with crispy Nacho Cheese Doritos. The Doritos make an amazing cheesy crust that turns the humble casserole up a notch. A fun and delicious meal that’ll put a smile on everyone’s face.
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Best nacho cheese chicken Doritos casserole served on white plate.

4. Chicken a la King

My chicken a la king recipe is creamy, easy, and very satisfying! Not to mention, it will be ready to eat in just a mere 15 minutes!

Chicken a la King
My quick and easy Chicken a la King is a delicious combination of veggies, chicken, and velvety cream sauce your whole family will love! Using already cooked chicken and heavy cream really cuts down the cook-time of this easy skillet dinner!
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5. Chicken Stuffing Casserole

If you’re craving some good, home-cooked comfort food- this is the recipe for you! Go grab some leftover chicken and this meal will be ready to eat in 30 minutes!

Chicken Stuffing Casserole
Chicken stuffing casserole combines tender shredded chicken, mixed vegetables, creamy sauce, and flavorful stuffing! Since this recipe is so easy to make, you can easily enjoy it any time of the year (no need to wait for the holidays)! It's a perfect quick family meal for weeknight dinners that everyone will love!
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6. Italian Chicken Pastina Soup

This warm and flavorful soup is the perfect use for leftover chicken when it’s chilly outside! This hearty soup is a great option for those busy weeknight dinners!

Italian Chicken Pastina Soup
This chicken pastina soup is a soul-warming, homemade soup that's as delicious as any traditional chicken noodle soup! The fine pasta combines perfectly with rich broth, tender chicken, and vegetables! It's the perfect dish to make when you are craving Italian flavors or a hearty meal!
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7. Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel

Extremely cheesy, easy, and quick- what more could you want from this comforting casserole? You can even throw in some extra veggies that you love!

Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel
Chicken spaghetti with Rotel is an easy, simple, and delicious spaghetti casserole dish for weeknight family dinners! The Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, and heavy cream (or cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup) make this dish extra special! Plus, it is a perfect use for leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken!
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This Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel is a super easy spaghetti casserole loaded with creamy deliciousness from the Velveeta and cream cheeses!

8. Creamy Chicken Minnesota Wild Rice Soup

You can’t go wrong with a nutritious, hearty grain in a comforting, creamy soup. This chicken Minnesota wild rice soup is great any time of the year!

Creamy Chicken Minnesota Wild Rice Soup
My creamy chicken Minnesota wild rice soup is a rich and hearty chicken soup made with Minnesota wild rice, vegetables, and cream! This native rice has a delectable texture and flavor that is truly unique and so tasty when prepared correctly! Best of all, it's a delicious and satisfying dinner ready to eat in just 30 minutes!
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9. Chicken Divan Casserole

Chicken, broccoli, and cheese are one of my favorite flavor combinations! It all comes together in this easy-to-make casserole!

Chicken Divan Bake
This quick and easy Chicken Divan Casserole can be put together with leftovers and thrown in the oven, yet it is such an amazing comfort food recipe! Pull apart a rotisserie chicken or pan fry some chicken meat for a delicious, classic family meal!
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10. Chicken Enchiladas

These Tex-Mex chicken enchiladas are a fantastic way to use up some leftover chicken! This classic recipe is a family favorite and makes a great dinner any day of the week!

Shredded Chicken Enchiladas
These shredded chicken enchiladas are one of my family's favorite dinner recipes, and I love that they are super easy to make! Tender shredded chicken pieces are rolled up in homemade flour tortillas, smothered in red enchilada sauce, and topped with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses! Then, just pop them in the oven and bake to cheesy golden perfection!
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These cheesy chicken enchiladas are an easy to make comfort food and family favorite dinner!

11. Bisquick Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken and dumplings are such a rich and creamy dish that is deservedly popular, and this recipe makes it even easier by using some Bisquick for the biscuits! This recipe is so simple, yet extremely delicious!

Bisquick™ Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Bisquick chicken and dumplings are perfect for when you need good old-fashioned comfort food in a flash! Tender, juicy chicken in a deliciously warm and hearty broth with fluffy biscuit dumplings- what's not to love? Plus, it only takes 10 minutes of prep work!
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Hearty Bisquick chicken and dumplings served in white soup bowl.

12. Shredded Chicken Tacos

These tacos are one of my favorite last-minute, easy meals! Make sure to top them with your favorite taco toppings!

Super Easy, Tasty Shredded Chicken Tacos The Whole Family Will Love!
Savory shredded chicken tacos are an easy, tasty weeknight dinner that the whole family will have fun making and eating together! #bakeitwithlove #tacos #chicken #dinner #cincodemayo #tacotuesdays
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13. Chicken Parmesan Pizza

This recipe combines two popular Italian dishes into one easy and flavorful meal! Your family will love this addicting dish and will ask for it over and over again!

Chicken Parmesan Pizza
This chicken Parmesan pizza is loaded with crispy slices of breaded Parmesan-crusted chicken, tangy pizza sauce, and melted mozzarella! It's the newest addition to our regular rotation of incredibly delicious pizzas for pizza night. Best of all, this is a winning pick for family dinners, as EVERYONE loves it!
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Chicken parmesan pizza garnished with fresh baby basil leaves on baking sheet.

14. Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie

In this chicken pot pie, you won’t have to mess with adding a pie crust, because it’s topped with biscuits instead! You’ll never go back to making traditional chicken pot pie ever again!

Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie
This biscuit chicken pot pie is an incredibly hearty casserole that makes a fabulous family dinner any day of the week! It combines tender pieces of chicken in classic pot pie filling with homemade cream biscuits! My biscuit-topped version of the well-loved comfort food is an easy dinner that never disappoints!
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15. Green Chile Chicken Stew

If you’re in the mood for a good, flavorful stew that uses leftover chicken- this one is for you! This dish is also a one-pot meal so you won’t have to deal with the dishes!

Green Chile Chicken Stew
This green chile chicken stew is a family favorite that combines diced green chiles, veggies, and chicken for a hearty stew! Use a whole fryer or leftover deli rotisserie chicken for an out-of-this-world stew that is sure to be a new personal favorite for you too! Aside from being absolutely delicious, it is a relatively healthy and hearty meal!
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Green chile chicken stew topped with sour cream and cilantro in black bowl.

16. Chicken Tortilla Soup

Nothing is more classic and family-friendly than a savory bowl of some chicken tortilla soup! This recipe will make a soup that is better than anything you can find at a restaurant!

Chicken Tortilla Soup
My easy chicken tortilla soup combines common pantry staples, shredded chicken, and fresh veggies for an amazingly flavorful soup that comes together in under an hour. It's one of my most requested soups, a family favorite, and an effortless dinner to make when I haven't planned ahead. Truly one of my comfort food soups that is a staple of my family dinner planning.
1x this recipe yields 6 servings. See more great dishes in my collections for leftover chicken recipes, shredded chicken recipes, and Mexican recipes.
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Tasty, easy chicken tortilla soup recipe with lots of flavorful chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, peppers, and more.

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Best Leftover Chicken Recipes: Chicken Noodle Soup (+More Great Meals To Make!)

These leftover chicken recipes are exactly what you need anytime you have some leftover chicken in your fridge! They are perfect for after the holidays or a family get-together when you just always seem to have too many leftovers. So instead of eating chicken sandwiches for a week, try out some of these delicious and flavorful leftover chicken recipes!
Author | Angela Latimer
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 192kcal
Prep 10 minutes
Cooking 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours
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Ingredients
 

  • 3-4 lb whole chicken (rinsed)
  • 6 cups chicken bone broth (most containers are 32 oz = 4 cups)
  • water (enough to finish covering your whole chicken in your stock pot, if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 1 medium onion (yellow or white, finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
  • 5-6 medium carrots (rough cut)
  • 6 stalks celery (rough cut)
  • 5-6 stalks thyme (pulled from stem, or use ½ tablespoon dried thyme)
  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • 1 tablespoon parsley (optional - fresh, chopped)

(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)

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Instructions
 

  • Place your whole chicken in a large stock pot, add broth, and water if needed to cover the chicken. Add salt, pepper, and bay leaves.
  • Cover and bring the water to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 90 minutes or until the meat begins to fall off the bone. (This step will take approximately 30-40 minutes if you are using chicken thighs only.)
  • Remove chicken to a plate or large dish, use a slotted spoon to remove any pieces that may still be in the soup broth as well as the bay leaves.
  • Add chopped vegetables (onion, garlic, carrots, celery) and thyme to the broth in a stock pot, cover, and continue to simmer while removing the bones from the chicken meat (allow your chicken meat to cool for a few minutes first). Discard bones and skin.
  • The broth will simmer for a total of approximately 30 minutes, at the halfway point (15 minutes) return the chicken meat to your soup, taste and adjust the seasoning, then add pasta. Cover and simmer for the final 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the chopped parsley (if desired) and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 10g (3%) | Protein: 14g (28%) | Fat: 10g (15%) | Saturated Fat: 3g (19%) | Cholesterol: 55mg (18%) | Sodium: 321mg (14%) | Potassium: 318mg (9%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 5352IU (107%) | Vitamin C: 6mg (7%) | Calcium: 35mg (4%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Course Chicken Dishes, Dinner Recipes, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American

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    • Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com says

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