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Had a Sunday roast? Wondering what to do with that tasty leftover meat? We’ve got so many different leftover chicken recipes to choose from including chicken and mushroom pies, pasta bakes, soups (including two lovely options for chicken noodle soup), easy chicken salads and more ideas. Whether you’re looking for a lunch or dinner idea, these recipes are about making the most of the bird.
Explore beyond the sandwich with our leftover chicken ideas, and make a lot out of a little meat. From hearty chicken, spinach and ricotta cannelloni to chicken and chorizo buns. Of course, a chicken noodle soup is always a comforting option on a cold day. But our leftover chicken recipes are also the chance to try something new and exciting, be that a chicken curry or a creamy gratin. Whatever you’re in the mood for, these dinner ideas are designed to breathe new life into your leftovers.
If you want even more value from your bird, make some homemade chicken stock from the bones, too, which you can freeze and enjoy in all sorts of meals. Plus you get to enjoy the glow of knowing you’ve made the most of the whole bird.
And for next time, see all our chicken recipes.
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This summery chicken salad is full of fresh, bright flavour. If you happen to have leftover roast chicken knocking around,...
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The beauty of this hearty chicken salad is that all you have to cook is the freekeh – a nutty...
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Use leftover chicken to make these budget-friendly chicken pasties. Think creamy chicken, leek and ham filling inside golden puff pastry....
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Possibly the quickest, tastiest chicken and coconut curry you’ll ever make. Fresh mango gives sweetness to the dish and offsets...
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Use leftover roast chicken to make these thrifty and delicious chicken burritos. These filling burritos are packed with black beans,...
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This filling cobb salad is packed with gooey boiled eggs, crisp bacon and shredded chicken. Serve with the moreish cashew...
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Transform a cheese toastie by adding roast chicken and kimchi. Oozy, melty and spicy, this easy recipe is a dream...
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Use up leftover chicken in this delicious chicken macaroni cheese with crispy pancetta and rosemary. Serve with a crisp green...
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This comforting, pillowy soufflé omelette combines leftover roast chicken and glorious spring asparagus into a tasty and thrifty meal for...
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Looking for quick and easy working from home lunch ideas? This tasty coronation chicken on toast will perk up your...
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This oh-so-comforting saffron chicken stew is a great recipe to have in your locker, plus you can make some easy...
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Use a few spare tortilla wraps and some leftover chicken to help make these filling and healthy Mexican chicken and...
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This nourishing noodle soup is a brilliant way to use up leftover chicken from yesterday’s roast dinner. Make it in...
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Use leftover chicken in this quick and easy pilaf recipe made with brown rice, savoy cabbage, peas and almonds. Any...
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A creamy chicken and mushroom pasta bake made all the speedier by using a ready-roast chicken. We love it, and...
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We’ve used a ready-roast chicken to cut down the cooking time of this Mexican stew recipe while still ensuring high...
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