Figure out what to make with canned chicken with this collection of delicious recipes. More than just pictures, we’ll tell you how many ingredients are required, along with the amount of time it takes, and some other key information. So you’ll know which canned chicken idea is right for you!

Things to make with canned chicken
Did you open your pantry and realize that you have a million cans of canned chicken? No worries!
Find out what you can make with canned shredded or chunk chicken with this collection of lunch, dinner, and appetizer recipes.
And check out our recipes for canned salmon too!
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We gathered several recipe ideas from some amazing food bloggers. Then we gave you the basic information about the recipes. That way, you can decide whether or not the recipe is right for you.
Each recipe idea will tell you:
- Type of recipe
- Number of ingredients
- The complexity of ingredients (aka, whether or not you might need to hit the grocery store first)
- How long it takes to prepare (including cook time)
- Special diet (Keto, Gluten-free, etc)
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What to make with canned chicken
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Canned Chicken Recipes
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Each of these things to make with canned chicken include the basic information that will help you in deciding which recipe is right for you!
We encourage you to visit the websites that created these delicious recipes and use their notes and recipes.
Note: pantry ingredients include basic pantry staples like flour, sugar, spices, etc. Please check the recipe to make sure that you have the ingredients needed to create the dish.
Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 15 Minutes
Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 25 Minutes
NOTES: Gluten-Free, Keto
Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip - Low Carb, Gluten-Free, Easy, THM S
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
NOTES: Keto
No-Bake Cheesy Chicken Corn Dip
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 15 Minutes
Southwest Hot Chicken Dip (Extra Cheesy)
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 20 Minutes
Cheater Chicken Fried Rice
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 15 Minutes
Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Soup
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 2 hours 5 Minutes
NOTES: Crock Pot
Crock Pot White Chicken Chili - Easy Budget Recipes
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 6 hours 5 Minutes
NOTES: Crock Pot
Creamy Tortilla Soup
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 10 Minutes
NOTES:
Chicken Dinner Pasta Salad : Easy Weeknight Recipe
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 15 Minutes
NOTES:
Low Carb Chicken Alfredo Pizza - Keto, Gluten-Free, THM S
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 45 Minutes
NOTES:
The fastest and easiest chicken noodle soup
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 20 Minutes
NOTES:
Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 45 Minutes
NOTES:
Cheesy Chicken Pasta Skillet
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 8 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
NOTES:
EASY CHICKEN NOODLE CASSEROLE (+Video)
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 10
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 45 Minutes
NOTES:
3 Ingredient Chicken Salad
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 5 Minutes
NOTES:
Salsa Ranch Chicken Wraps
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 15 Minutes
NOTES:
My Best Chicken Salad Recipe (with grapes)
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 30 Minutes
NOTES:
Bacon & Corn Chicken Salad #BaconMonth
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 5 Minutes
NOTES:
Easy Chicken Sandwich Melts
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 15 Minutes
NOTES:
Cranberry Chicken Salad with Pecans for Sandwiches
TYPE: Lunch
INGREDIENT COUNT: 9 plus basic pantry ingredients.
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 2 hours 8 Minutes (Includes chill time)
NOTES:
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