Leftover chicken recipes

Roasted peppers, olives and paprika give this bake tons of flavour. It's a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken too

Rustle up this healthy and filling coronation chicken salad for a packed lunch in just five minutes using our roast chicken cooked beforehand to save time

This recipe is easily doubled to
serve four if you have plenty of leftover chicken;
if you have less, bump up the protein with
a handful of cashews

These easy, budget-friendly chicken quesadillas make a quick lunch for two or a simple party snack and are a great way to use up leftover roast chicken

Create a mouth-watering chicken soup with leftovers from your roast lunch

Fuel up for lunch with a chicken and avocado bagel. A good balance of carbohydrates and protein, it will sustain your energy levels through the afternoon

Use up leftover roast chicken in this green salad with peas, celery and avocado, herbs and a mustard dressing

This simple chicken hot pot is perfect for cooking with the kids. Use up leftover cooked chicken in this hearty pie topped with slices of potato.

For a healthy yet satisfying meal, try this dish eaten across China and Southeast Asia – and use the leftovers to make our cold chicken noodle salad for the next day

Use leftover chicken breast in this substantial healthy soup. Alternatively, make the recipe vegetarian by topping with chunky, fresh guacamole

This quick and easy soup is the perfect lunchtime meal for kids - satisfying and healthy too

No ingredients to weigh, and works with leftover chicken or pork, too

Try this shortcut version of the Spanish classic paella, with chicken and chorizo for a midweek meal. The recipe is based on a microwave with a power of 750W

Enjoy this no-cook chicken noodle salad with mango for a quick and nutritious supper. It uses leftover chicken, so is perfect the day after a Sunday roast

Top these chicken sliders with mango chutney, red onion, chilli and cucumber salad, and a mint & yogurt dressing. They make fabulous finger food for summer

Whip up this warming soup midweek – it's simple to make and a great way to use up leftover chicken. Serve with crusty bread and some parsley on the side, if you like

Try high-protein chicken with a satay dip to keep you going between meals. If you’re vegetarian or vegan, swap the chicken for extra-firm tofu

Use your roast chicken leftovers to create this easy weeknight salad with green beans, sundried tomatoes and croutons