In this post I’ll be sharing some tasty Dinner Ideas with Canned Chicken and easy recipes to help you put a delicious meal on the table.
Hey y’all! Welcome to my kitchen, where we’re fixing to whip up some delicious dinner ideas with canned chicken!
Now, I know some folks might turn up their noses at the idea of using canned chicken (my husband might be one of them), but let me tell you, it’s a real time-saver and a pantry staple that can save the day when hunger strikes!
From creamy casseroles to zesty salads and everything in between, I’ve got some mouthwatering recipes that’ll make your taste buds happy and your belly full.
So, grab that can opener and get ready to experience some scrumptious dinner-time comfort in every bite! Let’s get cookin’, y’all!
Easy Canned Chicken Recipes
Julia’s Easy Southern Chicken Salad Recipe with Canned Chicken
Probably one of the most obvious quick meal ideas would be to make up a batch of creamy chicken salad using canned chicken.
My simple recipe uses just a few ingredients to make up a delicious meal when serving the chicken salad as a sandwich spread, with crackers, or on a salad.
It’s a great idea to keep some shelf stable pantry staples on hand. That not only means vegetables, but canned meats also. There are so many wonderful dishes to be made with canned chicken.
A few ideas off the top of my head using canned chicken include: buffalo chicken dip, chicken noodle soup, ranch chicken cheese dip, salsa ranch chicken wrap, avocado chicken salad, chicken pot pie casserole, chicken tacos, or warm the canned chicken in some gravy and serve over cornbread dressing.
Delicious Dinner Ideas using Canned Chicken Breast
So, you might be wondering what you can have with all of these wonderful dishes that are made with canned chicken.
What to Serve with Canned Chicken Dinner Recipes?
When serving canned chicken dinner recipes, you’ll want some tasty and complementary side dishes to complete the meal. Here are a few ideas to pair with your canned chicken creations:
- Southern-Style Cornbread: A classic choice that goes perfectly with many canned chicken dishes, especially if you’re making comfort food like chicken pot pie or chicken casserole. You can even using that cornbread and transform it into cornbread dressing for a taste of the holidays.
- Garden Salad: A refreshing and healthy option to balance out the meal. Toss together some fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and homemade buttermilk ranch dressing.
- Coleslaw: The crunchy and tangy nature of coleslaw can add a nice contrast to heartier canned chicken recipes.
- Fruit Salad: A refreshing and sweet side dish that complements the savory flavors of canned chicken. Use seasonal fruits for the best taste.
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes are a great side for almost any chicken dish. The garlic adds a flavorful twist that complements the chicken well.
To name a few more: steamed veggies, macaroni and cheese, rice pilaf or cooked white rice with gravy, or corn on the cob.
Feel free to mix and match these sides based on your preferences and the specific canned chicken recipe you’re preparing.
With these accompaniments, your canned chicken dinner will be a complete and satisfying meal for everyone to enjoy!
More Recipes made with Canned Chicken for an Easy Dinner
Dinner Ideas with Canned Chicken
A delicious list of easy dinner ideas with canned chicken. Canned chicken is a wonderful shelf stable pantry staple to keep on hand, just as you would canned tuna. Canned chicken can be used in many wonderful recipes to help you put a delicious meal on the dinner table.
This Thai chicken salad recipe has a low-carb peanut dressing that you are going to love! It’s low-carb and slightly-spicy for a fun meal.
Delicious stuffed celery appetizer with a savory chicken and cream cheese filling. These tasty celery bites are a great make ahead cold appetizer, healthy snack or a light supper option that are low carb.
There are few things more comforting than a good chicken soup! The Instant Pot makes this 30-minute chicken and rice soup more easy and hands-off than ever.
Even the kids love making dinner when it is Kids Favorite Chicken Pie! And with its simplicity, they can! Just mix, pour and bake! It is ready in just over 30 minutes!
These dill chicken salad pickle boats are so fun to eat that they are the perfect lunch for you and the kids!
A simple casserole made with shelf stable pantry staples like canned chicken and pasta for a budget friendly family meal. This delicious casserole is great for busy weeknight meals.
This easy 5 ingredient recipe made with canned all white meat chicken makes the best chicken fritters or croquettes. The portions can also be made smaller for nuggets that are kid approved.
Southern canned chicken salad recipe with eggs, celery, relish and mayo is great with crackers, as a salad topper, or easy sandwiches.
Easy, fast, and delicious, this 15-Minute Angel Hair Pasta Recipe with Chicken is made with vine-ripened tomatoes, green olives, and needs just 15 minutes to prepare. Loved by the whole family (even those picky eaters!), this easy pasta with chicken uses canned foods to help eliminate waste; save you time in the kitchen; and get your family essentials like protein and vegetables.
This is the best Buffalo Chicken Dip. An easy 5 ingredient recipe for your next party. It’s creamy, cheesy and tastes just like buffalo chicken wings dipped in ranch dressing.
This mixed green salad with chicken recipe takes under 20 minutes to make. This no-cook salad is easy to prepare and uses seasonal fruits.
Chinese Chicken Salad is a delicious crunchy meal. It’s not too heavy yet filling. It’s perfect for a spring lunch, and it makes enough to share with everyone.
A cold chicken macaroni salad, that’s perfect for picnics, cookouts, and easy dinners.
This quick and easy Buffalo Chicken Panini is made with canned chicken breast. It's the perfect simple and healthy lunch or dinner!
Chicken Cakes made with canned chicken breast and Remoulade Sauce are the poultry version of a crab cake. They're much less expensive to make, filled with sweet bell peppers, fresh garlic and green onion with just the right amount of seasonings. Great for dinner served with your favorite sides or serve as an appetizer.
A family favorite, this quick and easy chicken noodle casserole recipe has no right to be this simple and taste this good. Enjoy on its own or with your favorite side dishes.
Just need some comfort food? Then, you'll love this easy to make Chicken Casserole. It's cheesy, creamy, and topped in Ritz crackers.
Love enchiladas but need a quick version. This chicken enchilada quiche makes for a quick weekday dinner and is a great dish to bring a meal to someone in need.
A quick and easy casserole using canned chicken, egg noodles, and creamed soup topped with buttered bread cubes and baked until toasty and delicious.
Pesto Chicken Pasta is an easy, 20 minute meal that's made with just five shelf-stable ingredients.
How to Can Chicken
And, if you're wondering how to can your own chicken so you can stock your pantry...
Canning chicken is a simple way to preserve chicken right on your pantry shelf. No more worrying about the freezer going out, or paying for the electricity to keep your meat frozen. And the best part? It’s already cooked and ready to eat right out of the canning jar!
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In conclusion, using canned chicken for easy meals is a game-changer in the kitchen!
It opens up a world of quick and convenient possibilities without sacrificing flavor. From weeknight dinners to impromptu gatherings, canned chicken proves to be a reliable pantry staple, saving both time and effort.
So, next time you find yourself in a pinch, don’t hesitate to reach for that trusty can. With a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of love, you can create scrumptious dishes that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Don’t forget to add a few cans of canned chicken to your cart the next time you’re shopping at your local grocery store, Walmart, or Costco!
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Happy cooking and may your canned chicken adventures be filled with deliciousness and joy!
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