When the summer heat hits, ease and convenience can take priority when it comes to making a meal. One of our favourite convenient shortcuts to meal prep is our rotisserie chicken. Found in our Chef’s Market, our Canadian rotisserie chicken is always tender, succulent, and juicy. Avoid the time and heat that comes from cooking a chicken with this Farm Boy meal hack!
Serving our rotisserie chicken with one of our chef-prepped fresh salads is a no-brainer when it comes to easy summer meals. However, if you want to get a little creative with your lunches and dinners, we have some suggestions. Discover nine recipes that maximize your budget and provide you with the excellent value we promise. Explore even more delicious meal ideas and simple solutions at your local Farm Boy fresh-market!
Blog Overview
- 9 recipes that use leftover Farm Boy rotisserie chicken.
- Find Farm Boy rotisserie chicken in our Chef’s Market for ease, convenience, and excellent value.
- Rotisserie chicken is a great recipe shortcut for dishes that call for cooked chicken.
- Discover additional bonus meal ideas using rotisserie chicken.
- As well as recipe suggestions, rotisserie chicken is an easy meal solution when paired with a chef-prepared Farm Boy™ Fresh Salad – no cooking required.
Rotisserie Chicken Recipes
Hearty Chicken Soup with Pearl Barley and Kale
Soothe your soul and satisfy your hunger with this seriously hearty bowl of chicken soup. Filled with kale and pearl barley, it’s nourishing, hearty, and wholesome.
If you’re looking for something simple and delicious that makes good use of leftover rotisserie chicken, this recipe is it. While the recipe calls for boneless, skinless chicken breast, 500 grams of shredded chicken meat will also work.
For added flavour and extra heat, sprinkle in a few drops of your favourite Farm Boy™ Hot Sauce. (Need something even more filling? Add in cubed potatoes with the onion, celery, carrot, and parsnip.)
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Farm Boy™ Pearl Barley, Farm Boy™ Organic Plain Greek Yogurt, Farm Boy™ Brioche Pull Apart Rolls.
Chicken Lo Mein
This recipe calls for 300 grams of chicken breast or thigh meat, but we use a shortcut with rotisserie chicken. Since your chicken is already prepared to perfection by the Farm Boy Chefs, simply add it in to this easy stir-fry recipe towards the end (step 7).
Using rotisserie chicken for this recipe makes it extra easy, as you don’t have to wait for the chicken to be cooked. With an umami-laden sauce, this is takeout done with “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”!
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Farm Boy™ Soy Sauce, Farm Boy™ Cornstarch, Farm Boy™ Virgin Cold Pressed Sunflower Oil, Farm Boy™ Chow Mein Noodles, Farm Boy™ Sesame Seeds.
Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini
Cozy and comforting, this easy dinner idea makes great use of your leftover rotisserie chicken. While this recipe is for a casserole, if you’re running short on time, simply omit the breadcrumbs and serve right from the skillet.
Rich, creamy, and wholesome, it’s a satisfying dinner recipe that’s as easy as it is delicious. Pair it with a simple green salad if you’re feeling the need for an extra dose of veggies. You can find something prepared by us with high-quality, farm-fresh produce right in our Chef’s Market.
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Riccioli Artisan Pasta, Farm Boy™ Panko Breadcrumbs, Farm Boy™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Farm Boy™ Fresh Alfredo Pasta Sauce, Farm Boy™ Small Batch Classic Shredded Cheese, Farm Boy™ Organic IQF Green Peas, Farm Boy™ Sundried Tomatoes.
Chicken Soup with Mushrooms and Asian Greens
Enjoy a hearty soup with “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist” when you make this Asian-inspired recipe. Loaded with umami-rich ingredients like dried mushrooms and soy sauce, it’s packed with serious flavour.
One of our favourite parts of this soup is that it can be customized to suit your tastes. You can add Farm Boy™ Ramen or Udon Noodles to make it heartier. You can swap the chicken and chicken broth for Farm Boy™ Organic Firm Tofu and Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Vegetable Broth. Or, you can make this a seafood (or surf and turf) soup with the addition of shrimp! Ultimately, the flavourful stock is what makes this soup recipe such a standout.
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Virgin Cold Pressed Sunflower Oil, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Farm Boy™ Cinnamon Stick, Farm Boy™ Star Anise.
Chicken and Black Bean Tostadas
Save time and keep this recipe for flavourful tostadas in your back pocket on busy weeknights. In Spanish, “tostada” means “toasted.” The corn tortillas in this recipe get a little heat from the frying pan to make them nice and crispy.
This dish comes together in mere minutes. Once your black beans are mashed and warmed through, spread them on the fried tortillas, top with shredded chicken and your favourite taco toppings. For this recipe, we like lettuce, our pico de gallo, jalapeño slices, fresh cilantro, and crumbled Cotija Cheese.
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Yellow Corn Tortillas, Farm Boy™ Virgin Cold Pressed Sunflower Oil, Farm Boy™ Organic Black Beans, Farm Boy™ Pico de Gallo, Farm Boy™ Farm Boy Cotija.
Chicken Mushroom Orzotto
While this recipe is for turkey mushroom orzotto, it can also be prepared with leftover rotisserie chicken. Talk about convenience!
Choose a variety of mushrooms to use in this recipe for maximum umami flavour. Some of our favourites are shiitake, oyster, and porcini mushrooms, but you can use whatever you like best. (Meaty portobello is another great choice.) Creamy and satisfying, this surprisingly easy recipe adds some flavour and elegance to your regular weeknight meals.
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Sheet pan recipes are a no-brainer when you need an easy dinner idea for a crowd. Simply chop up all the veggies, season them directly on the pan, cook, and enjoy. (Cover your pan in aluminum foil first for an even faster cleanup.) When using rotisserie chicken for this recipe, simply warm it up with some seasoning to taste. No one wants dry chicken!
This recipe cuts down on dishes as well as time. It’s also a great one for the kiddos to create their own fajitas at the table. If you have leftovers, serve them over a batch of rice for delicious fajita bowls. (Short on time? Use our Organic Brown Rice & Quinoa or Organic Jasmine Rice, which cook in just one minute.)
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Garlic Flowers, Farm Boy™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Farm Boy™ Fajita Seasoning, Farm Boy™ Yellow Corn Tortillas, Farm Boy™ Guacamole, Farm Boy™ 14% Sour Cream, Farm Boy™ Fresh Mild Salsa.
Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
Make delicious use of your leftover rotisserie chicken with this Louisiana-style gumbo recipe. (The original recipe calls for turkey, but simply substitute chicken and make as directed.) Loaded with delicious Cajun flavours thanks to a combination of our Chorizo Artisan Sausage as well as different spices, it’s a hearty, nourishing dish.
Preparing the roux is the most technical part of this recipe, but necessary to developing those deep, delicious flavours. Serve with rice for a gourmet spin on leftover cuisine.
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Vegetable Cooking Oil, Farm Boy™ Chorizo Artisan Sausage, Farm Boy™ Garlic Flowers, Farm Boy™ Cajun Seasoning, Farm Boy™ Organic Paprika, Farm Boy™ Italian Tomatoes, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth.
Spicy Cajun Chicken Corn Skillet
There are a few modifications needed for this recipe to make it with rotisserie chicken. Fortunately for the busy cook, it also cuts down on prep time! Instead of tossing raw chicken in cornstarch, add your rotisserie chicken towards the end of the cook time, with the salt, pepper, and cilantro. Mix Farm Boy™ Cajun Seasoning directly in with the corn, garlic, and coconut cream instead. (Skip the cornstarch, too, unless you need it to thicken the sauce.)
If making this recipe in the summer, we love using fresh corn. Sourced directly from local growers, it’s just one of the ways we bring you closer to the farm. (If you’re making this recipe out of corn season, our Organic IQF Whole Kernel Corn works well, too.)
Suggested Farm Boy Items: Farm Boy™ Cornstarch, Farm Boy™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Farm Boy™ Cajun Seasoning, Farm Boy™ Garlic Flowers, Farm Boy™ Organic Coconut Cream, Farm Boy™ Basmati Rice.
Bonus Ways to Use Farm Boy Rotisserie Chicken
In addition to the nine recipes above, there are even more delicious ways to use your Farm Boy rotisserie chicken. Quick, convenient, and adaptable based on what you have in your kitchen, these are more ways to achieve the excellent value we promise.
Chicken Salad
Perfect for picnics or easy lunches, you can customize your chicken salad based on your tastes. Go creamy and classic with celery, mayonnaise, onions, and seasonings. Or, spice things up with the addition of Farm Boy™ Buffalo Sauce!
Chicken Sandwiches
Look out, cookout! Whip up a delicious and easy BBQ chicken sandwich with ease. Toss your rotisserie chicken in your favourite Farm Boy™ Gourmet BBQ Sauce, load it on a bun, and finish with a crunchy, tangy slaw.
White Chicken Chili
Relying heavily on rotisserie chicken and pantry staples, a white chicken chili does wonders for your budget. Use cannellini beans and frozen corn to bulk things up and finish with your favourite chili toppings. Consider weeknight dinners sorted!
Chicken Nachos
No desire to cook? No problem. Use locally crafted Farm Boy™ Tortilla Chips and top with rotisserie chicken, Farm Boy™ Fiesta Blend Shredded Cheese, canned beans, corn, and whatever else you enjoy. Bake until the cheese is melted and the toppings are warm and serve with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Chicken Power Bowls
Another no-cook meal solution, use your rotisserie chicken to add some protein to a power bowl. Use a base of quinoa, rice, or leafy greens and amp up the flavour, colour, and nutrition by choosing your favourite items from our Produce Department. There’s so much fresh to discover!
Chicken Sliders
Prepare simple sliders with slider buns, shredded rotisserie chicken, melted cheese, and the sauce of your choice. The perfect size for little hands, this meal solution is a great one for kids!
Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
Farm Boy Hot Bar hack: Scoop up some of our famous macaroni and cheese. Add shredded rotisserie chicken. Drizzle with our made-in-house Buffalo Sauce. Mix together and enjoy!
Have another creative way to use rotisserie chicken? We’d love to hear it! Share it with us on social media at @officialfarmboy and tag us with #OfficialFarmBoy!
