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leftover chicken recipes

27 Genius Leftover Chicken Recipes So Good You’ll Make Extra


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Turn your leftover chicken into delicious meals with these easy recipes. Perfect for quick lunches or dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups leftover chicken, shredded or diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes.
  4. Add leftover chicken and cook until heated through.
  5. Mix in cooked rice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  6. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use any type of leftover chicken (grilled, roasted, or boiled).
  • Add vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: leftover chicken, easy recipe, quick meal, chicken stir-fry