Chicken is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in all kinds of dishes Pre-cut chicken cubes provide convenience and time-savings in the kitchen When you have chicken cubes on hand, you’ll be ready to make a quick and easy meal anytime. In this article, we’ll explore 25 amazing recipes you can make starting with simple chicken cubes.
Benefits of Using Chicken Cubes
There are many advantages to cooking with pre-cut chicken cubes
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Saves prep time – No need to cut up a whole chicken breast or thighs. Chicken cubes are ready to cook as soon as you open the package.
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Uniform pieces – The cubes will all cook evenly because they are the same size and thickness
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Versatile – Chicken cubes work great in soups, stir fries, kebabs, casseroles, etc.
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Convenient – Chicken cubes are readily available at most grocery stores. Stock up so you always have them on hand.
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Budget-friendly – Buying family packs of chicken cubes can help save money compared to chicken breasts.
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Easy to portion – One cube is usually about 1 ounce or 1-2 bites. This makes it easy to portion out servings.
Now let’s look at 25 mouthwatering ways to use those handy chicken cubes!
1. Chicken Noodle Soup
Homemade chicken noodle soup is comfort in a bowl. Browning the chicken cubes first adds extra flavor. Then simmer them in broth with veggies and noodles for a hearty, soothing meal.
2. Chicken Fajitas
Sizzle up a Tex-Mex favorite by sautéing chicken cubes with bell peppers and onions. Wrap it all up in tortillas and top with cheese, salsa, guacamole, etc.
3. Chicken Kebabs
Alternate chicken cubes with veggies and pineapple chunks on skewers for a fun dinner off the grill. Brush with teriyaki sauce for a sweet touch.
4. Chicken Fried Rice
Stir-fry chicken cubes with frozen mixed veggies, eggs, and rice. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger.
5. Chicken Caesar Salad
Grilled chicken cubes make this classic salad feel more substantial. Toss with romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing.
6. Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Shredded chicken cubes coated in Buffalo sauce pair well with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and ranch dressing wrapped in a tortilla.
7. Chicken Tacos
Season chicken cubes with taco seasoning and stuff into soft tortillas. Top with all your favorite taco toppings for a quick and easy meal.
8. Chicken Casserole
Combine chicken cubes with cream of chicken soup, rice or pasta, cheese, and vegetables. Top with breadcrumbs or stuffing and bake until bubbly.
9. Chicken Stir Fry
The possibilities are endless for chicken stir fries! Try teriyaki, orange chicken, general Tso’s, etc. Serve over rice or noodles.
10. Chicken Quesadillas
Load chicken cubes, cheese, and veggies into a tortilla and pan fry for a few minutes until the cheese melts. Cut into wedges.
11. Chicken & Rice Soup
Simmer chicken cubes in broth with onions, carrots, celery, rice and seasonings for a hearty bowl of chicken rice soup.
12. BBQ Chicken Pizza/Flatbread
Top flatbread or pizza dough with bbq sauce, chicken cubes, red onion, cilantro, and cheese for an easy weeknight meal.
13. Chicken Pot Pie
Make an easy no-crust pot pie by baking chicken cubes in mixed veggies and cream of chicken soup topped with biscuit dough.
14. Chicken Cordon Bleu
Stuff chicken cubes with ham and swiss cheese, coat in breadcrumbs and bake for a restaurant worthy dinner.
15. Chicken Enchiladas
Fill tortillas with chicken cubes, enchilada sauce, beans, corn, and top with cheese for amazing enchiladas.
16. Chicken & Dumplings
Simmer chicken cubes in broth with veggies then top with easy homemade biscuit dumplings for cozy comfort food.
17. Honey Sesame Chicken
Toss chicken cubes in a sticky Asian sauce of honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger. Serve over rice.
18. Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Shredded chicken cubed mixed with mayo, celery, grapes, and nuts makes for a tasty sandwich filling.
19. Thai Chicken Curry
Simmer chicken cubes in coconut milk with veggies and Thai red curry paste for an easy curry.
20. Chicken Parmesan
Bread chicken cubes, top with marinara and cheese, then bake until bubbly for chicken parm. Serve over pasta.
21. Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo
Toss chicken cubes with broccoli, pasta, and creamy Alfredo sauce for a 5 star meal.
22. Chicken Fajita Soup
Simmer chicken cubes with veggies, beans, and fajita seasonings. Top with tortilla strips, cheese, and avocado.
23. Chicken Gyros
Season chicken cubes with Mediterranean spices and stuff into warm pitas with tzatziki sauce, tomato, onion, and feta.
24. Chicken Caprese Salad
Take this salad up a notch by using chicken cubes instead of mozzarella. Toss with tomatoes, basil, and balsamic dressing.
25. Chicken & Waffles
Fry chicken cubes until crispy and serve on top of Belgian waffles with maple syrup for a sweet and savory twist.
As you can see, the possibilities are endless when cooking with chicken cubes! They provide a shortcut to infusing flavor into soups, salads, skillet meals, casseroles and more. With a package of chicken cubes in the freezer, you’ll always be ready to make a quick, healthy dinner in a pinch. Get creative with seasonings and sauce combinations to put a unique spin on classic chicken dishes.
How to Make Diced Chicken
The recipes here work well with leftover chicken, or you can cook diced chicken from scratch.
For leftovers, you will generally want something neutrally flavored like fried chicken, grilled chicken, or rotisserie chicken, unless the flavor of the chicken matches the cuisine you are adding it to, for example, leftover chicken fajitas can be added to something like this Chicken Burrito Casserole.
To make diced chicken from leftovers:
- Separate the meat from bones (if there are any.)
- Place meat on a cutting board, and use a large chef’s knife to dice chicken into 1/2- 1 inch pieces.
To make diced chicken breast from scratch:
- Prepare chicken in your preferred method. I like to use my baked chicken breast recipe. It comes out tender, juicy, and perfect every time!
- Let cool 10-15 minutes.
- Place meat on a cutting board, and use a large chef’s knife to dice chicken into 1/2- 1 inch pieces.
Recipes with Diced Chicken and Rice
Chicken and rice make the perfect pairing, and making a one of these recipes with diced chicken makes it incredibly quick and easy!
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FAQ
What can you do with chicken cubes?
- One-pan chicken couscous. A star rating of 4.1 out of 5. …
- Chicken korma. A star rating of 4.5 out of 5. …
- Quick chicken noodles. A star rating of 4.5 out of 5. …
- Coronation pies. …
- Chicken & chorizo jambalaya. …
- Chicken & chorizo quesadilla. …
- Chilli chicken with honey & soy. …
- Egg drop chicken noodle soup.
Where to use chicken cubes?
- Seaweed Chicken Soup. Save this recipe and keep it for later. …
- Chicken and Lentil Soup. Save this recipe and keep it for later. …
- Oat Soup with Vegetables and Chicken (Diet) …
- Chicken Fried Rice. …
- Coca-Cola Braised Chicken. …
- Quick Easy Chicken Noodle. …
- Fried Rice Asian Style. …
- Chipotle copycat at home.
How to properly cook chicken cubes?
Cubed chicken will cook in a pan in just 7 minutes.
I like to give them a good sear on the first side, then flip and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165F, about 3 additional minutes. There is also a visual cue to look for when checking for doneness that doesn’t involve burning your fingertips.
What to cook with leftover chicken pieces?
- Waste-nothing chicken & dumpling stew. …
- Easy leftover chicken curry. …
- Leftover roast chicken pad Thai. …
- Chicken & mushroom hot-pot. …
- Chicken & leek filo pie. …
- Spanish-style chicken pie. …
- Roast chicken & pea risotto. …
- Easy chicken & bean enchiladas.