Our 20 Most Popular Recipes in July
This hot month still saw plenty of cooking action—from simple to extravagant.
With summer in full swing, home cooks ate as far as their palate would take them. However, there was a recurring favorite among this list: chicken. From creamy Tuscan chicken pasta to Jollof rice to Mississippi chicken, there is a chicken dish for every night of the week. Hibachi-style fried rice and Sichuan-style fried chicken were also a couple favorites. There are sides to go with these entrées as well. But with all this talk of poultry, home cooks didn't forget the most important meal of the day. Breakfast casseroles and blueberry lemon biscuits, as well as several other options, will help you wake up during these hot summer days.
Here are the most popular recipes our community was enjoying in July.
Famous Butter Chicken
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Dredged with your favorite cracker crumbs and baked in butter, this chicken recipe is classic and delightful. With over 2,500 reviews on Allrecipes, home cooks everywhere enjoy the tender and moist result of their labors.
Shipwreck Casserole
A one-pot meal that is tasty and tidy, but not especially pretty. "The prep time is generally limited to how fast your can opener works and how hard it is to unwrap your meat," says recipe creator Bcsgibson. No wonder it made the list this month.
Mississippi Chicken
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With just four ingredients and the option to use a Dutch oven or slow cooker, this recipe might be the easiest to turn out when you need a low-effort chicken dinner. Juicy, tangy, and great with bread, rice, or potatoes.
Roasted Zucchini Casserole
"A great way to use up your zucchini crop in the summer," says recipe creator Carol Semenuk. Roast this vegetable with onions, penne pasta, marinara sauce, and Parmesan cheese for a great summer casserole.
Quick Cinnamon Rolls
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This recipe is a fun one to make on a weekend morning. Beginner bakers will find this recipe approachable, too. No kneading, no yeast, and no time to wait for proofing.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Sun-dried tomatoes and freshly grated Asiago cheese might just be the secret to this creamy pasta recipe. Besides the farfalle pasta, everything is cooked in one skillet, so the flavor of the sauce gets better with each step.
Perfect Chicken
"Patience is key with the sauce," says recipe creator Faith. "The flavors will come together beautifully if you allow them to reduce as directed." Serve it alongside asparagus and mushroom rice.
Jumbo Breakfast Cookies
"Jumbo breakfast cookies are perfect for grabbing on the way out the door," says recipe creator J Diamond. "Feel free to substitute chocolate chips or dried cranberries for the raisins or any combination of the three for a little different twist."
Spaghetti Carbonara
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Honestly, we're not surprised this Italian classic made the list this month because there is never a bad time to enjoy this rich and simple pasta. Spaghetti Carbonara is a great choice for hungry souls, whether it's a late Saturday morning or a busy weeknight.
Hibachi-Style Fried Rice
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If you have leftover rice, chicken, or any meat in the fridge (or all of the above), throw it together for this recipe. Use a wok or nonstick skillet to cook up this savory, Japanese-inspired fried rice quickly.
Slow Cooker Green Beans
Bell pepper and onion mix, bacon bits, and butter are all to thank for the flavor in this recipe. Toss the ingredients in a slow cooker for a hearty side with dinner that is sure to turn some green bean naysayers into believers.
Jollof Rice
This one-pot West African recipe will surprise you. Red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper bring the heat. Stewed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and rosemary add some serious flavor. And it all comes together as an excellent chicken and rice dish.
Mexican-Inspired Breakfast Casserole
"A fun breakfast casserole with a Mexican flair — includes fresh cilantro, eggs, cheese, and veggies," says recipe creator RCOSTIC. "Garnish with avocado slices and sour cream."
Blueberry Lemon Breakfast Biscuits
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Using only four ingredients, elevate a favorite buttermilk biscuit dough with this simple recipe. After the blueberry biscuits come out of the oven, add the glaze made from powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest. It's so good you'll also want it for dessert.
Classic Slow Cooker Corn Chowder
"This is classic corn chowder is made in a crockpot and comes with a kick. My family likes a little spice, and this sure does it," says recipe creator Michelle Kline. "Of course, you can make it without the spicy stuff and still get a really good chowder. Play with the flavors and create your own version."
5-Ingredient Mexican Casserole
Your favorite salsa (of course), tortillas, refried beans, cheese, and onions all come together to make a delicious Mexican dinner pie. An easy meal to whip up when your lazy self takes over.
Grandma's Carrot Salad
Edible Times
This carrot salad is quick and easy to make with minimal ingredients. My grandma made it all the time, and I loved it," says recipe creator Mrs. Wynkoop. "Now I make it to honor her, and it's almost as good."
Bang Bang Chicken
Taking a lot of inspiration from its popular Chinese counterpart, this Sichuan-style twice-fried chicken dinner is out of this world. Mix together mayonnaise, honey, sweet chili sauce, and gochujang before tossing with the fried chicken for a sweet and spicy dinner.
Bacon Wrapped Smokies
We don't know where bacon-wrapped smokies came from, but whoever was the first to wrap beef cocktail wieners in bacon deserves an award and our sincerest thanks. A great snack for picnics or big game days.
Slow Cooker Pork Chile Verde
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What makes this recipe so good is the freshly made chile verde sauce. Yes, a store-bought version will work, but for the best flavor, the pork deserves the handmade stuff. "Serve in bowls over rice or with warm flour tortillas," says recipe submitter Squirrel Beebz.
