When it comes to fast-casual comfort food, few brands are as recognizable as Boston Market. Starting as Boston Chicken, the chain built its reputation on rotisserie chicken, hearty sides, and simple desserts that taste like they came from a home kitchen.
If you are lucky, you can still visit one of the remaining locations, but since 2022, many stores have closed. The good news is you can recreate those familiar flavors at home with this collection of Boston Market-inspired recipes. From creamy sides to family-style mains, these are the dishes people miss most, and they are absolutely doable in a home kitchen.
Side Dishes and Soup
Boston Market’s sides are often the real stars of the meal – creamy, comforting, and packed with that homestyle flavor that keeps customers coming back for more.
Mac and Cheese
Experience the ultimate comfort food with Boston Market's beloved mac and cheese that tastes just like mom used to make – only better. The secret lies in using ultra-melty American cheese or Velveeta for that signature creamy texture, while a touch of dry mustard adds subtle complexity that elevates this simple dish. The pasta is cooked to perfect tenderness and coated in a rich, velvety cheese sauce that clings to every noodle.
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Creamed Spinach
Transform frozen spinach into restaurant-quality elegance with this surprisingly sophisticated side dish. Boston Market proves that vegetables can be indulgent too, combining tender spinach with a luxurious cream sauce made from sour cream, whole milk, and butter. Ready in just 20 minutes, this creamy creation provides the perfect balance to heavier main courses while delivering serious comfort food satisfaction.
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Sweet Potato Casserole
Enjoy this holiday favorite year-round with Boston Market's almost dessert-like sweet potato casserole. Real sweet potatoes are enhanced with the perfect blend of cinnamon, vanilla, and dark brown sugar, creating layers of warm spice and natural sweetness. The simple cookie crust topping adds delightful textural contrast with its buttery crunch, making each bite a perfect balance of creamy and crispy.
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Garlic Dill Potato Wedges
Master the iconic pairing of chicken and roasted potatoes with these flavor-packed wedges that complement any main dish perfectly. Red potatoes are cut into generous wedges and seasoned with an irresistible blend heavy on garlic, dried dill, and celery salt. The roasting process creates crispy exteriors while keeping the interiors fluffy and tender, delivering maximum potato satisfaction in every bite.
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Squash Casserole
Discover the perfect marriage of fresh vegetables and comforting breadiness in this hearty casserole featuring both zucchini and yellow squash. The genius lies in using convenient ingredients like Jiffy corn muffin mix and chicken bouillon cubes to create depth of flavor without hours of prep work. This filling side quickly becomes a family favorite with its satisfying texture and savory-sweet flavor profile.
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Cornbread
Complete any Boston Market meal with squares of slightly sweet cornbread that's perfect for soaking up delicious sauces. This versatile bread provides a neutral yet tasty flavor profile that complements everything from rotisserie chicken to barbecue. Using premade muffin mix makes it incredibly easy – just 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes total cooking time for homemade cornbread that lasts for days.
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Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup
Perfect for those feeling under the weather or needing to use up the remainder of their rotisserie chicken, this simple soup uses the classic mirepoix and broth to develop the rich chickeny goodness that soaks deep into each piece of meat and the added pasta. Unlike some soups that need hours of simmering, this one is ready in just 30 minutes, thanks to the use of pre-cooked chicken ingredients.
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Main Courses
Chicken
This is the main course that has brought people to Boston Market for decades. Making a rotisserie chicken like they do isn’t tough, but it requires understanding the proper roasting technique. As for flavors, you may be surprised by the relatively few ingredients, which are limited to garlic, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, which form the basis of the marinade.
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Rotisserie Chicken Pot Pie
One of the most popular homestyle alternatives to rotisserie chicken, this pot pie is filling, creamy, and the perfect size for a family or cook looking for leftovers. Skip the extra work by using a premade pie crust, allowing you to focus on creating the ideal filling, full of chunks of tender chicken and lots of frozen veggies.
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Pulled Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches
There’s no shortage of flavor in this southern-style sandwich, where convenient, pre-cooked rotisserie chicken is shredded and combined with a delightful homemade barbecue sauce. The vinegar-based concoction includes an ideal amount of smokiness, heat, and savory flavor, helping repurpose leftover chicken into a mouthwatering new form.
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Meatloaf
It’s not all about poultry at Boston Market, as this fan-favorite meal proves. Where this recipe stands out is its simplicity, allowing the familiar, mouthwatering flavors of ground beef, onion, and a tomato glaze to work their magic. Make sure to give it plenty of time in the oven to reach the right interior temperature and caramelize the glaze.
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Barbecue Pork Ribs
Most people don’t think of ribs when they think of Boston Market, but this underrated dish is worth it for barbecue lovers. Forget the lengthy, complicated smoking process or the uneven results of the grill – these beauties reach the perfect texture and doneness in your kitchen oven. They also include a delicious tomato-based barbecue sauce recipe to complete the meal, though it’s easy to save some steps and use a store-bought alternative.
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Dessert
Chocolate Cake
It doesn’t get more iconic than chocolate cake when it comes to desserts. Making one like Boston Market can be incredibly satisfying and perfect for family gatherings, parties, or just nights when you’ve got an extra sweet tooth. While ingredients like mayo, vinegar, and cornstarch may raise some eyebrows, they’re all critical parts to creating the perfect texture and moistness.
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While Boston Market may excel at making you feel like you’re eating a homemade meal while out and about, there’s an even more satisfying feeling found in making these classics in your own kitchen. Try out any of these recipes and see how easy it is to enjoy these delicious homestyle favorites.
Do you have the Boston Market Chicken Carver Sauce?
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Do you happen to have Boston Market’s discontinued soup recipe – Chicken Tortilla Soup?
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Do you have a recipe for their chicken salad or know a good one to follow?
I am sorry I do not have their recipe. I don’t know what would be similar to theirs. All of these have closed around me, so I don’t know what I am aiming for.
do you have recipe for their fried apples?’
I am sorry I don’t have Boston Market Fried Apples.