Save time & money with our NEW Meal Planner!

Save time & money with Meal Planner!

10 Leftover Rotisserie Chicken Meals For Busy Weeknights

Published September 21, 2020
3 minute read
A rectangular baking dish filled with baked enchiladas topped with melted cheese, diced tomatoes, green onions, and green chili sauce. This delightful chicken meal has two small bowls nearby containing extra chopped green onions and diced tomatoes. A napkin and fork are partially visible. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published September 21, 2020
3 minute read
In This Article

Picking up a rotisserie chicken is a convenient and budget-friendly way to simplify home cooking. If you find yourself with leftovers the next day you’re halfway there to another homemade meal. Whether you’re using it as an enchilada filling, salad topping or simply as an ingredient, cooked chicken makes for quick and healthy meals. These delicious recipes all clock in under 400 calories and contain up to 36 grams of protein per serving.

Discover hundreds of healthy recipes — from high protein to low carb — via “Recipe Discovery” in the MyFitnessPal app.

1. SPEEDY CHICKEN & DUMPLINGS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 196; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 24mg; Sodium: 342mg; Carbohydrate: 27g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 4g; Protein 14g

2. VEGGIE-LOADED SKILLET CHICKEN POT PIE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 349; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 41mg; Sodium: 442mg; Carbohydrate: 32g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 5g; Protein 20g

3. CHICKEN SHAWARMA PITA PIZZAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 409; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 18mg; Sodium: 574mg; Carbohydrate: 40g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 3g; Protein 25g

4. QUICK AND EASY GREEN CHICKEN ENCHILADAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 393; Total Fat: 18g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 42mg; Sodium: 403mg; Carbohydrate: 37g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 5g; Protein 22g

5. NO-COOK GREEK CHICKEN SALAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

No-Cook Greek Chicken Salad

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 318; Total Fat: 18g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 10g; Cholesterol: 56mg; Sodium: 396mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein 22g

6. HIGH-PROTEIN CHICKEN SALAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

High Protein Chicken Salad

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 364; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 65mg; Sodium: 412mg; Carbohydrate: 44g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 34g

7. HEARTY CHICKEN & CORN CHOWDER | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

https://blog.myfitnesspal.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/V7_JR_Hearty-Chicken-Corn-Chowder.jpg

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 308; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 71mg; Sodium: 663mg; Carbohydrate: 33g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 29g

8. CHICKEN AND ZUCCHINI ENCHILADAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 375; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 62mg; Sodium: 1,190mg; Carbohydrate: 44g; Dietary Fiber: 8g; Sugar: 9g; Protein 28g

9. STRAWBERRY & SPINACH SALAD WITH ROTISSERIE CHICKEN | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Strawberry-Spinach-Salad

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 317; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 61mg; Sodium: 132mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 28g

10. EASY CHICKEN & SPINACH LASAGNA | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Easy Chicken Spinach Lasagna

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 400; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 96mg; Sodium: 487mg; Carbohydrate: 29g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 36g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

About the Authors

Meet the people behind the post

Related articles

More inspiration for you

10 minute read
How long does meal prep last? Learn the best ways to prep, store, and
9 minute read
Learn what serving sizes really mean, how they compare to portion sizes, and how
10 minute read
Discover the best travel snacks to keep you fueled on road trips, flights, and
12 minute read
Discover the fastest ways to rehydrate after workouts, hot weather, or travel. Learn what
In This Article
Recent posts
10 minute read
How long does meal prep last? Learn the best ways to prep, store, and
9 minute read
Learn what serving sizes really mean, how they compare to portion sizes, and how
10 minute read
Discover the best travel snacks to keep you fueled on road trips, flights, and