Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich

This baked rotisserie chicken sandwich is a warm, cheesy, and satisfying meal that comes together with very little effort. It uses a store-bought rotisserie chicken to create a flavorful filling with ranch dressing and simple seasonings, all piled into a soft sub roll and baked until bubbly.

With only 10 minutes of prep time, you can have these sandwiches assembled and ready for the oven. It is a great option for a quick weeknight dinner, a hearty lunch, or for preparing ahead of time for the week.

Why will you love Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich?

Using a rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut that saves you from having to cook and shred your own chicken.

The entire filling is mixed in one bowl, which makes for very quick preparation and even easier cleanup.

Baking the sandwiches melts the cheese and heats the filling, creating a warm, comforting meal with a gooey texture.

Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich Ingredients

• Rotisserie Chicken: A plain or savory-flavored rotisserie chicken from the grocery store works best. You can also use any leftover cooked and shredded chicken.

• Ranch Dressing: Use your favorite bottled ranch dressing. Buttermilk ranch will provide a tangier flavor.

• Sub Rolls: Sturdy hoagie, sub, or grinder rolls are the best choice to hold the generous amount of filling without getting soggy.

• Cheese: Provolone is a classic choice that melts well. Colby Jack, mild cheddar, or even Swiss cheese would also be suitable.

• Mustard: A layer of yellow or honey mustard adds a nice bit of tang to balance the creamy ranch dressing.

Exact quantities are in the recipe card below.

How to Make Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich

Step 1: Make the Chicken Filling

First, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded rotisserie chicken, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt. Mix everything together until the chicken is thoroughly coated in the dressing and seasonings.

Step 2: Assemble the Sandwiches

Slice your sub rolls lengthwise, leaving one side attached like a hinge. Spread a thin layer of mustard on the inside of each roll. Then, place two slices of cheese in each roll. Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared rolls, filling them generously.

Step 3: Bake Until Hot and Melty

Arrange the sandwiches on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. The sandwiches are done when the cheese is fully melted and the chicken filling is hot all the way through. Check that the filling has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.

What to Serve with Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich

These sandwiches are great on their own or served with a side of potato chips, a simple green salad, or dill pickles.

Helpful Tricks for Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich

For food safety, always ensure cooked poultry reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

For softer rolls, wrap each sandwich individually in aluminum foil before baking. For a crispier, more toasted roll, bake them unwrapped on the baking sheet.

Feel free to add toppings like shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, or red onion after the sandwiches come out of the oven.

Any cheese that melts well can be used. Cheddar, Swiss, or Monterey Jack are good alternatives.

How to Store and Freeze Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich

Store assembled, unbaked sandwiches tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat from the fridge, bake wrapped in foil at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until hot. You can also freeze unbaked sandwiches for up to 2 months; bake from frozen, adding 15-20 minutes to the baking time.

Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich Recipe FAQs

Can I make these sandwiches ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sandwiches, wrap them tightly in foil or plastic wrap, and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking.

Can I use chicken breast instead of rotisserie chicken?

Absolutely. You can use about 1.5 pounds of any cooked, shredded chicken. Poached or baked chicken breasts would work well.

What other ingredients can I add to the chicken mixture?

You could add cooked, crumbled bacon, chopped chives, or a dash of hot sauce to the chicken filling for extra flavor.

Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich

Tender rotisserie chicken and ranch dressing are baked with melty cheese in a soft sub roll.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Lunch

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

• 1.5 pounds shredded rotisserie chicken 680g
• 1.5 cups ranch dressing 360ml
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 6 sub or hoagie rolls about 6 inches long
• 12 slices provolone or Colby Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup yellow or honey mustard 60ml

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt. Stir well until the chicken is evenly coated.
• Slice each sub roll horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
• Spread the inside of each roll with mustard. Lay two slices of cheese inside each roll, overlapping them slightly.
• Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the rolls, spooning it on top of the cheese.
• Place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet.
• Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the filling is heated through. For food safety, the internal temperature of the chicken mixture should reach 165°F (74°C) when checked with a food thermometer.
• Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Notes

For food safety, always ensure cooked poultry reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

For softer rolls, wrap each sandwich individually in aluminum foil before baking. For a crispier, more toasted roll, bake them unwrapped on the baking sheet.

Feel free to add toppings like shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, or red onion after the sandwiches come out of the oven.

Any cheese that melts well can be used. Cheddar, Swiss, or Monterey Jack are good alternatives.

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