Use that time you saved grabbing a rotisserie chicken to upgrade your meal into these low-calorie recipes.
We use rotisserie chicken (look for unseasoned to keep sodium in check!)
to simplify things, but any leftover cooked chicken will work.
Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
The top tortilla layer gets beautifully crispy in the slow cooker.
We use pinto beans, but you could easily swap in black beans.
We gave it our own spin by using almonds in the mixture.
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Cashews can also be used for a creamier result.
Swap in canned black beans for the chicken to make this vegetarian.
Shredded Chicken & Avocado Nacho Salad
Dinner doesn’t get any easier than this five-ingredient salad.
Antonis Achilleos
And it’s bursting with Super Bowl Sunday potential.
20-Minute Chicken Enchiladas
Quick tip: While the sauce cooks, shred the chicken.
For a spicy kick, top with chopped jalapenos.
Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
The corn adds a nice pop of sweetness, while the rice helps absorb some of the flavors.
A crunchy topping of crushed tortilla chips finishes off this comforting, Southwestern-inspired casserole.
It makes a great dip or stir-fry sauce.
Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN
Mom’s Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
This lightened-up creamy chicken casserole is packed with veggies.
We use store-bought rotisserie chicken to cut down on cooking time.
This casserole is cozy and delicious.
Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower
Here, we take advantage of fresh summer zucchini, which lightens up the dish.
Try other mayo varieties, like roasted garlic or chipotle lime, in this fast, no-cook lunch recipe.
Serve this rotisserie chicken salad recipe with whole-grain crackers.
Caitlin Bensel
Stir in lemon juice and zest at the end for a bright finish.
Serve these tomatoes with celery sticks and carrot sticks.
Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
Rotisserie chicken tacos are the perfect way to get tacos on the table fast.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray
The chicken is gently heated and flavored with chili powder and ground cumin.
Each bite is packed with veggies, including potatoes, carrots and red bell pepper.
Lime juice finishes the dish to add brightness.
Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Holly Raibikis
Diana Chistruga
Carolyn Hodges
Carolyn Hodges
Carolyn Hodges
Photographer: Brie Passano, Food Stylist: Greg Luna
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray
Jennifer Causey
