What to Make With Leftover Chicken

Got leftover chickensitting in the fridge? You're not short on options — TheMealDB's recipe database lists 21 real recipes that use chicken, from Spanish to Thai, Chinese and French and beyond. Below you'll find 21 of them with photos, fridge storage tips to keep chicken safe to eat, and our AI recipe generator if you want a recipe personalized to everything you have on hand.

How to Store Leftover Chicken

Fridge safety first

Refrigerate cooked meat within 2 hours of cooking (within 1 hour if the room is hot). Store it in a sealed container on the bottom shelf of the fridge and eat within 3–4 days, or freeze for longer. When in doubt, throw it out — reheating does not make spoiled meat safe.