"Selling them in bags is a relatively new innovation, however. Costco introduced the concept in 2024 after many other stores had already adopted the packaging, abandoning the plastic clamshells rotisserie chickens used to come in. The switch makes for less waste and lower costs. You can also use the bag to whip up some chicken onigiri or chicken fried rice."
"Kirby IP shared this clever trick on Instagram. It's a smart way to avoid dirtying another dish while making use of the flavorful juices left behind from the chicken. It's the ultimate way to get your money's worth. You never want to store your rotisserie chicken in the bag it comes in because moisture builds up inside. In this case, though, that extra moisture actually helps if you use it right away."
"It's simple, and you only need a few extra ingredients. Toss some diced green onions into the bag with the juices from the rotisserie chicken, as well as sesame seeds, soy sauce, and a bit of sesame oil. Then you can stir until it's thoroughly mixed and add in some rice. From there, all you need to do is chop up the rotisserie chicken and mix it in, all in the bag."
Rotisserie chickens are convenient, affordable, and now commonly sold in bags instead of plastic clamshells, a change that reduces waste and cost. Using the bag's flavorful juices immediately prevents added dishes and leverages accumulated moisture. Combine diced green onions, sesame seeds, soy sauce, and a bit of sesame oil in the bag, stir with rice, then chop and mix in the chicken to create a complete mixture. That mixture can be formed into onigiri with molds or used to make chicken fried rice, offering a quick snack or meal that maximizes value and minimizes cleanup.
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