Who can resist the tantalizing aroma of a perfectly roasted rotisserie chicken, spinning slowly in the grocery store's deli section? It's a staple for many of us as a convenient solution for a quick weeknight dinner.
However, store-bought rotisserie chickens often come with added salt, preservatives and a hefty price tag. What if you could recreate that same tender, juicy flavor at home, without the unwanted ingredients?
If cooking a whole chicken sounds like a daunting task, we have good news. It's actually one of the easiest and most rewarding dishes to make, and the recipe below takes its effortless simplicity to the next level. You’ll just need three straightforward ingredients and a bit of patience to make a healthier, more affordable rotisserie-style chicken at home.
ROTISSERIE CHICKEN RECIPE
Here it is, the rotisserie chicken recipe you’ve been squawking for. No need for a lengthy list of spices or complicated techniques—McCormick has done the work for you with its McCormick Perfect Pinch Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning. You’ll rub the chicken with oil; sprinkle it with seasoning; then put it in the oven where it will roast to a golden brown in about 1 to 1 ½ hours. (You’ll want to use a meat thermometer to ensure it’s cooked to the correct internal temperature, as indicated in the recipe.)
Depending on how many you’re feeding, you’re likely to end up with a surplus of tender meat, which is a busy cook’s dream. Because rotisserie chicken dinner ideas are nearly endless, having leftover rotisserie chicken in your fridge or freezer is the gift that keeps on giving. By repurposing shredded or chopped rotisserie chicken, you can remove a step from almost any chicken-based recipe—think tacos or quesadillas, sandwiches, pot pie or a rice bowl—as leftover rotisserie chicken becomes an entirely new creation that will have your family flocking to the table.
Don't let your chicken go it alone:
Your home-cooked meal deserves some amazing sidekicks that are just as easy and impressive. Try these simple yet satisfying recipes as the ideal companions to your rotisserie chicken.
GARLIC MASHED POTATOES RECIPE
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of garlic mashed potatoes, the epitome of traditional comfort foods. You’ll transform trusty russets with a trio of your favorite ingredients: butter and milk, augmented with the sharp bite of Cheddar cheese, then seasoned perfectly with McCormick® Garlic Powder and McCormick® Ground White Pepper.
PERFECT CHICKEN GRAVY
Those garlic mashed potatoes might be good enough on their own, but it’s a travesty not to whip up this two-step savory gravy recipe: Just combine your savory pan drippings with two packages of McCormick® Chicken Gravy Mix, and…liquid gold!
LEMON ASPARAGUS RECIPE
The perfect complement to chicken and mashed potatoes? We vote asparagus, and this recipe continues the “two-step” theme. Tender asparagus spears become a flavorful and healthy side dish with a blend of McCormick® Marjoram Leaves, McCormick® Basil Leaves, McCormick® Whole Rosemary Leaves and McCormick® Crushed Red Pepper brightened with a burst of citrus. Minimal fuss…maximum flavor.
AIR FRYER CARROT FRIES
Rooting for something different? Carrots are another perfect pairing…and these aren’t just any carrots. The sweet and savory bacon/maple glaze is warmly spiced with McCormick® Ground Cinnamon, McCormick® Ground Ginger, McCormick® Onion Salt and McCormick® Ground White Pepper to bring out carrots’ natural sweetness, then popped in the air fryer for a quick crisp. While carrots are always a kid-pleaser, this fry shape doubles the delight.
And, here are leftover rotisserie chicken recipes to try:
CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP WITH ROTISSERIE CHICKEN
A soothing bowl of homemade comfort coming right up…as in…now, when you transform last night's rotisserie chicken into a chicken noodle soup that’s effortlessly delicious. Shred the tender meat and simmer it with aromatic vegetables, like carrots, celery and onion, in a rich chicken broth spiced up with one more tablespoon of that magic McCormick Perfect Pinch Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning, along with McCormick Parsley Flakes. Thick egg noodles add a substantial heft to make this a hearty, satisfying one-bowl meal that’s ready in about 30 minutes. If desired, you can round it out with fresh bread or a melty grilled cheese sandwich.
CHICKEN SALAD
The leftover delicacy showcases its versatility in this rotisserie chicken dinner idea, which repurposes it into a decadent chicken salad, smothered with a dreamy, creamy sauce. The luxurious velvety sauce comes from a blend of low-fat yogurt and mayonnaise, spiked with McCormick Parsley Flakes, McCormick Pure Ground Black Pepper and seasoned salt, then mixed with celery and red onion to add a dose of veggies and a satisfying crunch.
Enjoying These Chicken Recipes?
Explore more chicken recipes you'll love:
