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    How to Use Leftover Chicken

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    Half-Hour Chicken Gumbo
    Rely on rotisserie chicken, smoked spicy sausage, and frozen okra from the store to stack up flavors in our quick rendition of a classic Cajun stew.
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    Photo by: Everyday Food
    Half-Hour Chicken Gumbo
    Rely on rotisserie chicken, smoked spicy sausage, and frozen okra from the store to stack up flavors in our quick rendition of a classic Cajun stew.
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    Wed, Feb 27, 2013 5:20 PM EST
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    By Julia Warren


    When you roast a chicken, you'll usually end up with some meat left uneaten. It will stay good in your fridge for up to four days, but it's definitely a use-it-or-lose-it situation. Luckily, leftover roast chicken is one of the most valuable assets for getting dinner on the table at warp speed! Need inspiration? Click through to see five specific recipes that easily incorporate precooked chicken.



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