Anybody use canned chicken?

Marcillene

Anybody use canned chicken for anything? Meal ideas? Snacks?

Pearsquared

You know, I don't think I've ever had canned chicken before in my life. Posting to see what ideas there would be so I can try it. 8D

Linli_Anne

I have used it in a pinch before - I don't use it often because I find it to be pretty high in sodium.

I like to mix it up with some taco type spices - cumin, chili powder, garlic etc. and will use it in taco salad, throw it in a shell with some cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce etc.

You can easily mix it with some BBQ sauce, or Frank's red hot, and serve it as a dip, or on buns/bread.

For what it's worth - the canned chicken that I have bought is mostly shredded white meat.

MinnieInMaine

I've only ever used it to make chicken salad.
Add in a little light miracle whip and/or ceasar dressing, spread it in a wrap, add pepperjack and lettuce and lunch is served!

You probably could use it in just about any recipe that calls for cooked chicken, just make sure you have enough to equal the weight called for.

smichelle65

I keep some as a last resort; I use it mainly to make chicken salad or to add protein to a green salad. I also use it as quesadilla filling.

leroyizzy

I also make a chicken salad with it but I like to half some grapes and add a little mayo, slivered almonds are a nice addition too! Great sweet and savory sandwich!

tarnyacarrier

I don't like canned anything because of sodium. I like to buy the already cooked rotisserie chickens and shred it up to add to recipes and salads. It's quick and easy and healthier Just my little tip!

Carnivor0us

Its delicious with mayo or miracle whip! The cats like it too...

Marcillene

I have used it in a pinch before - I don't use it often because I find it to be pretty high in sodium.

I like to mix it up with some taco type spices - cumin, chili powder, garlic etc. and will use it in taco salad, throw it in a shell with some cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce etc.

You can easily mix it with some BBQ sauce, or Frank's red hot, and serve it as a dip, or on buns/bread.

For what it's worth - the canned chicken that I have bought is mostly shredded white meat.

thats what i use is the shredded white meat.... hmm i have NEVER thought of adding sauce to it... do you use taco seasoning or just the spices when you use it like that?

Marcillene

Ya, the only way i think i have ever eaten it is making chicken salad sandwhiches with mayo.... i know i have a friend that adds it to her mac 'n' cheese.....?!?!?

TheRunningGuppy

Occasionally in soups. That's about it. I prefer fresh chicken though.

UpEarly

We use it when we're backpacking and we can't bring fresh food. We usually mix it into pasta or rice, with some kind of sauce and seasoning. It tastes good when you're starving after hiking for 8 hours (and better than tuna at any rate!). It's also a good source of protein that doesn't need refrigeration.

carrietehbear

I don't like canned anything because of sodium. I like to buy the already cooked rotisserie chickens and shred it up to add to recipes and salads. It's quick and easy and healthier Just my little tip!

the already cooked rotisserie chickens have a lot of sodium in them, too.

I've used the canned to make chicken salad.

Linli_Anne

I have used it in a pinch before - I don't use it often because I find it to be pretty high in sodium.

I like to mix it up with some taco type spices - cumin, chili powder, garlic etc. and will use it in taco salad, throw it in a shell with some cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce etc.

You can easily mix it with some BBQ sauce, or Frank's red hot, and serve it as a dip, or on buns/bread.

For what it's worth - the canned chicken that I have bought is mostly shredded white meat.

thats what i use is the shredded white meat.... hmm i have NEVER thought of adding sauce to it... do you use taco seasoning or just the spices when you use it like that?

Sometimes I use some premixed taco seasoning. I don't buy it as often now as I like to mix my own herbs, but it would work just fine.

Marcillene

I have used it in a pinch before - I don't use it often because I find it to be pretty high in sodium.

I like to mix it up with some taco type spices - cumin, chili powder, garlic etc. and will use it in taco salad, throw it in a shell with some cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce etc.

You can easily mix it with some BBQ sauce, or Frank's red hot, and serve it as a dip, or on buns/bread.

For what it's worth - the canned chicken that I have bought is mostly shredded white meat.

thats what i use is the shredded white meat.... hmm i have NEVER thought of adding sauce to it... do you use taco seasoning or just the spices when you use it like that?

Sometimes I use some premixed taco seasoning. I don't buy it as often now as I like to mix my own herbs, but it would work just fine.

Do you add Salsa or anything as well?

MissPatty584

I like to add avocado and some sort of no salt seasoning. Mmm, easy chicken salad! Add onion/whatever you feel like. Put it on bread, crackers, wraps, romaine leaves.. I keep it around for the no refrigeration/no cooking requirements. My lunches usually consist of leftovers, and when there are none, here ya go Also, I agree with UpEarly, it tastes better than tuna!

raisingemilyjune

I use it for pasta sometimes as well as for wraps.

AllTehBeers

Bill is slacking

WHYYY??

S0nsh1ne

My picky 9 yr old loves it with a little mayo and black pepper. He eats with saltines.

jennwren77

Bill is slacking

WHYYY??

No offense, but that looks gross. I thought we were talking about canned chicken like canned tuna

LMP18

I use it to make a simplified Jack Straw hot dish. VERY EASY and yummy and my kid loves it

Can of chicken
Can of chicken a la king
can of corn - drained
shoe string potatoes - about a cup or so (these are the chips - not really potatoes)

Heat everything minus the shoe string potatoes in a pan until hot. Once hot, add the shoe string potatoes in - YUM YUM. Probably not very healthy but you asked what we used them for...ENjoy!

sherrirb

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Canned chicken - drained well
Franks Red Hot
Light Ranch Dressing
Cheddar cheese

mix all ingredients and heat, serve warm with your favorite chips or crackers

YUMMMMMMMM!!!

I also have a small 5oz can of chicken (drained) with a packet of light mayo as part of my lunch at work.

IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym

because nothing says tasty quite like this image... nom

HealthWoke0ish

I like it in chicken salad sandwiches and in soups.

stealthSLOTH

"Chopped" Season 9/Episode 6 "Time & Space" - Chicken in a Can

jagh09

because nothing says tasty quite like this image... nom

Yikes! I think this will give me nightmares. It's like watching a mutant being born.

junip1977

I use canned chicken for my chicken pot pie. COme out much tastier than cooking fresh chicken, not sure why though.

Licia9marie

I like to use it when I'm trying to get lunch ready in a hurry, it's good to bring along w/ my spinach salad and a little bit of homemade dressing, gives you protein quick. A lot of sodium though so I try to pre cook chicken breast if I have the time.

IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym

I use canned chicken for my chicken pot pie. COme out much tastier than cooking fresh chicken, not sure why though.

the sodium? Not judging by any means, its just a thought, since fresh chicken tends to dry out fairly quickly.

traceytwink

Seriously chicken in a can?? That sounds gross never seen it before in my life, I don't think I could bring myself to try it either

212ackley

I use the canned diced chicken for bbq chicken pizza...tortilla shell with bbq, chicken, red onion and jalapeno with mozzarella cheese.