Recipes For Chicken Rotisserie

There’s nothing more satisfying than a home cooked chicken dinner. Some of my favorites include braised chicken with carrots and potatoes, slow cooker whole chicken, and this tender and juicy rotisserie style chicken.

It’s so easy and convenient to pick up a rotisserie chicken at the grocery store, but I often find that the flavor is lacking and there are a lot of chemicals on the ingredients list. This homemade version is simple to make and one of the best chickens you’ll ever eat!

You don’t need a rotisserie to make authentic, flavorful rotisserie chicken at home. All you have to do is brine, butter and roast a whole chicken to get that same incredible taste. Let your bird soak in chicken brine, then pat it dry with paper towels. Tuck the wings underneath the breast. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine.

Easy Rotisserie Chicken Recipes

Make the seasoning mix by combining in a bowl butter, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Generously rub this mixture on top of and underneath the skin of the chicken. Roast the chicken for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, until the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165 degrees F. Baste the chicken with its own juices occasionally. Cover the chicken with aluminum foil if it starts to get dark. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes after removing it from the oven and then serve it.

Generally speaking, a whole chicken needs to cook at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes per pound. I cook my chicken at a higher temperature, 400 degrees F, to get that deep golden brown crispy skin, so it should take more like 15-16 minutes per pound.

To prepare a whole chicken for roasting, you’ll want to remove the giblet bag if there’s one inside the chicken cavity. The next step is to tuck the wings underneath the breast to prevent the wing tips from burning. Finally, tie the legs together with kitchen twine.

Rotisserie Chicken At Home: Thermal Tips

You do not have to brine a rotisserie chicken, that being said, I highly recommend taking the time to do it. Chicken is a naturally lean meat which mean it’s prone to drying out in the oven. When a chicken is placed into brine, it absorbs some of the brine which helps to both keep it moist and also to season it all the way through.

When you’re working with a brined chicken, even if you overcook it a bit, it will still come out tender and juicy. I’ve included my favorite chicken brine in the recipe card below. If you choose to brine your chicken, be sure to add minimal salt to your seasoned butter so that your final product is not overly salty.

Rotisserie chicken is a great addition to any healthy diet. It is high in protein and contains plenty of nutrients. If you remove the skin of the chicken before you eat it, it becomes an even healthier option.

How To Make The Best Oven Rotisserie Chicken Breast

The easiest way to tell when your chicken is done is to use a thermometer. A chicken is safe to eat when a probe thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken thigh reads 165 degrees F. I use an electronic thermometer which I insert into the chicken at the beginning of the cook time, and I monitor the progress throughout so that I know when to take my chicken out of the oven.

The great part about this dish is you can eat your chicken as-is, or cube or shred it for use in other dishes.

Once you try this rotisserie chicken, you’ll be hooked! Everyone will think you’re a gourmet chef when they taste this better than store bought chicken. Add some amazing side dishes like dill potato salad and watch the rave reviews come in!

Rotisserie Chicken Stroganoff Recipe

This homemade rotisserie chicken is brined, coated in seasoned butter, then roasted to golden brown perfection. The flavor is SO much better than store bought rotisserie chicken without all the preservatives and additives!

Calories: 404 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 34 g | Fat: 28 g | Saturated Fat: 15 g | Cholesterol: 166 mg | Sodium: 228 mg | Potassium: 394 mg | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 705 IU | Vitamin C: 16.3 mg | Calcium: 35 mg | Iron: 2 mgRotisserie Chicken and Rice Casserole is an incredibly easy and delicious dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights! Comfort food FAST! This easy casserole is made with rotisserie chicken, rice, almonds, celery and more! A family favorite that I’ve been making for decades! Love casseroles? Makes sure to try my Tater Tot Casserole and Tuna Casserole with Noodles!

One of my all-time favorite comfort meals is Chicken and Rice Casserole. I have been making this easy dinner since I was about 10 years old. My husband thought he didn’t like casseroles… BUT he eats this one up and LOVES it. He always wants the leftovers for lunch the next day 🙂

No Fuss Rotisserie Chicken On The Grill • Heartbeet Kitchen

The boys clean their plates every single time and the great thing is – it’s SOO easy! I have modified this recipe over the years cutting down on the mayo and using a rotisserie chicken to save time. (I also have a chicken broccoli casserole recipe on my site that is based off of this recipe.)

We usually use corn flakes for the topping but seasoned bread crumbs, Ritz crackers, French Fried Onions, potato chips and panko can also be used. See below for lots of options. There are tons of comments on this post with great suggestions for customizing this easy chicken rice casserole.

This delicious and easy chicken casserole recipe is one of several that inspired my new book 100 Creative Ways to Use Rotisserie Chicken in Everyday Meals.

Leftover Rotisserie Chicken Recipes

Every chicken and rice casserole recipe is going to be a little different and that’s what makes casseroles so fun – they are so easy to customize!

You can see from the ingredients list above how many different ways there are to customize this casserole. You could make it a different way every week for the entire year and never have the same casserole twice lol!

My family asks for this casserole at least once a week. I’m not even exaggerating here. It’s just so easy and leftovers are amazing the next day! Do give it a try!

Quick & Easy Rotisserie Chicken Recipes

Rotisserie Chicken and Rice Casserole is an incredibly easy and delicious dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights! This easy casserole is made with rotisserie chicken, rice and almonds, celery and more! A family favorite that I've been making for decades!

Calories: 402 kcal | Carbohydrates: 34 g | Protein: 17 g | Fat: 23 g | Saturated Fat: 5 g | Cholesterol: 57 mg | Sodium: 639 mg | Potassium: 258 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 490 IU | Vitamin C: 3 mg | Calcium: 39 mg | Iron: 5 mgThis Rotisserie Chicken Skillet is a wonderful option for those busy evenings when you need to get dinner on the table in a snap. And it is delicious to boot!

We combine rotisserie chicken, orzo, veggies, cream, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to create this easy and scrumptious dinner the whole family will enjoy. One reader even told us: “This recipe is the only reason my toddler eats veggies.” So it’s picky-eater approved!

Easy Dinner Recipes Using Rotisserie Chicken

To save a little time, we used a store-bought rotisserie chicken. While we do love to create and cook from scratch, we also are fans of convenience ingredients when it doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Not only is rotisserie chicken already cooked for you, but it is wonderfully seasoned.

And, while buying a rotisserie chicken is a perfectly acceptable alternative to roasting your own chicken, you can cook your own chicken if you prefer. (Here’s a flavorful roast chicken recipe to try.)

“I have tried a lot of recipes on a lot of websites looking for something – anything – that can become a weekly staple. Something that both my wife and I like, is healthy, and isn’t so difficult that I dread making it. This is finally it. It is so freaking good. Even my 3 year old doesn’t put up a stink eating it…” – Izzy

Rotisserie Chicken & Zucchini Casserole (easy Dinner Recipe For The Family)

1. Prep the chicken and veggies – You’ll need about 3 ½ cups of cooked meat. If you’re using rotisserie, remove the meat from the bones and cut up into bite-sized pieces.

2. Toast the orzo – Brown the orzo in a dry skillet – similar to making rice pilaf – then set aside.

3. Sauté the veggies – Sauté onions and carrots in oil for just about four minutes. They won’t be fully cooked at this point.

Rotisserie Style Chicken

4. Simmer – Once the vegetables have cooked a bit, add the toasted orzo, chicken stock, and seasonings to the skillet. Cover and simmer until the orzo is cooked, about 8 minutes or so.

5. Heat through – At this point, you’ll add the chicken, cream, and remaining ingredients to the skillet. Then heat until warmed through.

Last Step! Please leave a review and rating letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive & continue providing

Rotisserie Chicken Breast Tenders