Never fear! With just a little extra prep, rotisserie chicken can be transformed into a dinner that will impress even the toughest crowd–a.k.a. your family. Each of these busy-night dinner recipes is easy and irresistible, from pasta to salads to tacos and more:
Barbecue Chicken Tacos
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A double shell, savory sauce and healthy veggies take this taco recipe above and beyond standard drive-thru versions.
Rotisserie Chicken Skillet
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One pot may reduce clean-up, but this 30-minute wonder doesn't cut back on flavor. Pass the Parmesan!
Cheesy Chicken Quesadillas
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Gooey quesadillas are beloved by kids and grown-ups alike. This recipe adds an extra-special ingredient to bump up the creaminess factor.
Rotisserie Chicken Tortellini Soup
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A can of chicken noodle soup has nothing on this hearty, herb-infused homemade version that comes together in a snap.
Veggie Loaded Chicken Casserole
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If you're trying to get your kids to eat more veggies, this warm, cheese-topped casserole will do the trick!
Chicken Alfredo Casserole
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The key to this super-speedy casserole? You don't even have to pre-cook the noodles! Mom may just get 15 minutes to herself tonight.
The Ultimate White Chicken Chili
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Perfect for football season, this chili is quick enough to whip up for a weeknight game.
Easy Chicken Gyros
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Easily tailored to each family member's taste, these Mediterranean-inspired wraps are also a perfect make-ahead lunch.
Chicken Parmesan Sliders
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Just six extra ingredients that you probably already have on hand are all it takes to whip up enough sliders to feed the whole family. Or one teenager.
Chicken and Avocado Salad
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Healthy meets delicious in this low-carb, paleo-friendly salad. It makes a hearty sandwich, or keep the low-carb theme going by serving it over mixed greens.
Cucumber Dill Rotisserie Chicken Salad
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Chock full of fresh flavors, this salad satisfies the need for a hearty weeknight dinner that won't weigh you down.
BLT Chicken Salad
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This genius salad mashes up two all-time favorites: chicken salad and the BLT. Why? Because bacon never made anything worse.
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