Leftover Chicken Recipes
Don’t let your cooked chicken go to waste! These leftover chicken recipes turn last night’s dinner into fresh, exciting meals. From comforting soups and casseroles to tacos, wraps, and grain bowls, you’ll find easy, delicious ideas for every craving.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Soup Pot
Ingredients
Staple Ingredients for Leftover Chicken Recipes
- cooked chicken shredded, chopped, or diced
- vegetables e.g., carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers
- pasta, rice, or grains for casseroles, grain bowls, or soups
- broth or sauce chicken broth, Alfredo, tomato sauce, or curry
- cheese optional, for casseroles, quesadillas, or pizza
- seasonings salt, pepper, garlic, herbs, or spice blends
Instructions
- Choose your recipe type: soup, salad, wrap, stir-fry, casserole, or sandwich.
- Prep supporting ingredients like vegetables, grains, or sauces as needed.
- Add cooked chicken and combine with other ingredients. Heat gently until warmed through, if necessary.
- Season to taste, garnish, and serve hot or cold depending on the dish.
Notes
Leftover chicken stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Shred it while still warm, and keep seasonings light so you can use it across different cuisines.
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2.4mg
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