Got Chicken? These Simples Recipes Will Get Dinner on the Table
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1) Fast Easy Chicken Marsala
This elegant chicken breast recipe is good enough to impress on date night, easy enough to make on a weeknight, and tasty enough the family might lick their plates.
Ian Palmer - 2/75
2) Crispy, Delicious Chicken Parmesan
Is there a more comforting chicken recipe for dinner? It's like having a plate of warm hugs.
Ian Palmer - 3/75
3) Classic Chicken Pot Pie
It doesn't get much more classic than pot pie. It doesn't get much more delicious, either.
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 4/75
4) Crispy Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Rosemary
Thighs are not only healthy, but they're delicious and a lot easier to make than breasts! Give this a try and the family will be asking you to make it again and again.
Brian Woodcock - 5/75
5) Best Chicken Quesadillas
Looking for an easy chicken recipe that only uses a few ingredients? We took this weeknight classic and found a few ways to make it even smarter.
Ian Palmer - 6/75
6) Easy Weeknight Chicken and Dumplings
This upgrade to your standard chicken soup is a country classic— and for good reason.
Ian Palmer - 7/75
7) Classic Buffalo Chicken Dip
This ridiculously tasty dip takes is also simple and takes just 20 minutes to make. Bonus: you can build a whole snack dinner around it!
Ian Palmer - 8/75
8) Best Classic White Chicken Chili
This lighter take on standard chili is full of flavor—and a great way to use ground chicken!
Ian Palmer - 9/75
9) Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel
You'll want at least a day to let this Sunday dinner chicken marinate, but the planning pays off with a meal that can't be beat.
Get the recipe for Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel.
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 10/75
10) Homemade Chinese-Style Orange Chicken
Get delivery-style chicken without the delivery fees—or wondering what's in it. (And still in 30 minutes!)
Ian Palmer - 11/75
11) Weeknight Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas
Break out this casserole bake the next time you want to give your leftover rotisserie chicken a cheesy, spicy upgrade.
Ian Palmer - 12/75
12) Easiest-Ever Chicken Alfredo
Switch up pasta night with this super-easy homemade sauce.
Ian Palmer - 13/75
13) Strawberry-Cabernet Barbecue Sauce
Okay, so technically this is just a recipe for the sauce. But any sauce that makes chicken taste this good deserves to be on the list.
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 14/75
14) Chicken and Black Bean Nachos
Fire up the grill to make this foil pack recipe. Not only can you eat it just about anywhere, but there's also no dish-washing needed for this dinner. Now that's a winner!
Brian Woodcock - 15/75
15) Swedish Meatballs with Chicken
We've remade this classic crowd-pleaser into a healthy dinner that gets to the table in less than half an hour!
Ian Palmer - 16/75
16) Rotisserie Chicken and Potato Chowder
This hearty soup will keep you full long after you've savored the final spoonful. The addition of crisp bacon is a delicious addition to the classic meat and potatoes combo.
Brian Woodcock - 17/75
17) Tex-Mex Chicken Meatballs
Keep a pack of ground chicken handy and whip up these easy, flavorful meatballs!
Ian Palmer - 18/75
18) Ground Chicken Pad Thai
Doesn't Thai food for dinner sound great?
Ian Palmer - 19/75
30) Tender, Crunchy Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Prefer your chicken on the crunchier side? An air fryer is still the way the go! With an easy cornflake coating this recipe is satisfying and fast. Don't have an air fryer? See the next slide.
Brian Woodcock - 20/75
20) Ground Chicken Tacos
Ground chicken turns taco night into a healthier meal, without losing flavor!
Ian Palmer - 21/75
21) Stovetop Chicken Pot Pie
Pop frozen store-bought biscuits in the oven and voila! Instant chicken pot-pie "crust."
Brian Woodcock - 22/75
22) Ground Chicken Noodle Casserole
Tip: you can pre-make this veggie-packed kid-friendly casserole, then just wrap it and put it in the freezer for a night when future-you doesn't want to make dinner.
Ian Palmer - 23/75
23) Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Meatballs
This tasty, 25-minute meal is like your favorite takeout dish, but in meatball form.
Ian Palmer - 24/75
24) Blackberry-Glazed Chicken
Cover your grilled chicken in this sweet blackberry glaze for a fruity spin on a weeknight staple.
Brian Woodcock - 25/75
25) Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
This hearty soup is a Mexican-inspired favorite, made easy.
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 26/75
26) Chicken Meatloaf
This lighter take on the dinner classic is absolutely full of flavor!
Ian Palmer - 27/75
27) Chicken Thighs with White Beans and Escarole
Looking for a healthy dinner that's also yummy and easy to make? This one-pan dinner has it all. Put it in your regular recipe rotation.
Get the recipe for Chicken Thighs with White Beans and Escarole.
Hector M. Sanchez - 28/75
28) Roasted Parmesan Chicken and Tomatoes
Parmesan and panko bring the crunch, while bursting Campari tomatoes bring the juice.
Brian Woodcock - 29/75
29) Chipotle Chicken Fajitas
These spicy chicken fajitas take barely any time to make and require just one cast-iron skillet.
Brian Woodcock - 30/75
31) Chicken Kiev Meatballs
Classic Chicken Kiev is flavorful and delicious, even though it's a bit of a process. We turned it into a much easier — and fun — 15-minute meatball!
Ian Palmer - 31/75
32) Ginger Garlic Chicken Ramen
Forget the packaged stuff and whip up this ramen noodle recipe from scratch.
Brian Woodcock - 32/75
33) Incredibly Tender Air Fryer Chicken
Consider this your base recipe for ultimate weeknight ease. Dress it with your favorite herbs and spices, and pair it with your favorite side dishes.
Christopher Michel - 33/75
34) Roasted Chicken with Tomatoes and Fennel
A one-pan wonder that's delicious and beautiful to boot! Crunchy croutons add texture, and fresh vegetables like fennel, tomatoes, and kale round out the meal.
Get the recipe for Roasted Chicken with Tomatoes and Fennel .
Brian Woodcock - 34/75
35) Blue Cheese-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Want a chicken dinner that's also indulgent? How about stuffed, Buffalo-wing meatballs?
Get the recipe for Blue Cheese-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Meatballs.
Ian Palmer - 35/75
36) Italian Potato Wedge Nachos
Move over tortilla chips, potato wedges and chicken are the new go-to nacho base.
Brian Woodcock - 36/75
37) Lemony Chicken Thighs
This simple marinade of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and oregano makes these chicken thighs taste ethereal.
Ren Fuller - 37/75
38) Marinated Chicken and Onion Kebabs
Inspired by the flavors of Indian Tandoori cooking, serve these spiced chicken and onion kebabs rolled up in naan or flatbread drizzled with a cucumber and cilantro yogurt sauce.
Brian Woodcock - 38/75
39) Classic Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Finish in the oven to guarantee perfectly cooked chicken and a golden crust.
Brian Woodcock - 39/75
40) Gingery Slow Cooker Chicken with Cabbage Slaw
Talk about a no-brainer! This "set it and forget it" slow cooker chicken dinner is full of savory and sweet flavor. A fresh cabbage slaw adds a nice crunch.
Brian Woodcock - 40/75
41) Updated Chicken Salad
So long, bland chicken salad. Loads of fresh herbs and briny dill pickles make for a classic chicken bursting with flavor.
Brian Woodcock - 41/75
42) Spiced Chicken Flatbreads
What could be finer than a warm flatbread filled with delicious chicken, hummus, pomegranate, and feta? Not much.
Brian Woodcock - 42/75
43) Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Looking for a weeknight friendly wings recipe without the mess and fat of frying? This recipe alone is worth getting an air fryer for.
Christopher Michel - 43/75
44) Thai-Style Chicken Salad
The combination of ingredients (savory fish sauce, bright lime juice, sweet honey, and spicy radishes) makes this chicken salad a real standout.
Brian Woodcock - 44/75
45) Salsa Verde Enchilada Pie
Winner, winner, chicken dinner! We guarantee that the whole family with love this super easy chicken, salsa, and tortilla bake. It's so tasty, they'll think you worked on it for days!
Brian Woodcock - 45/75
46) Pesto Chicken Salad
This super savory chicken salad simply gets tossed with store-bought pesto, toasted pine nuts, and a little fresh lemon. It's easy and so delicious!
Brian Woodcock - 46/75
47) Mediterranean Chicken Salad
Tangy olives, red wine vinegar, and fresh parsley give this chicken salad a modern twist.
Brian Woodcock - 47/75
48) Curry Chicken Salad
Toss poached chicken with a dollop of mayo, curry powder, sweet golden raisins, and cilantro for a colorful take on the classic.
Brian Woodcock - 48/75
49) BBQ Chicken Grits Pizza
The base of this homemade pie is made from stone-ground grits. It makes for a crispy crust that can hold all your tasty toppings.
Brian Woodcock - 49/75
50) Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Asparagus
A dollop—or heaping—of chili-garlic sauce brings the heat to this chicken dinner idea. If you don't like a lot of spice, don't worry—the mix is served on the side.
Brian Woodcock - 50/75
51) Cider-Braised Chicken-and-Fennel Panzanella
This healthy meal is a main and a side all in one easy recipe.
Get the recipe for Cider-Braised Chicken-and-Fennel Panzanella.
Brian Woodcock - 51/75
52) White Wine Coq Au Vin
This hearty one-pot dish full of flavorful chicken and pancetta makes the perfect comforting Sunday supper.
Brian Woodcock - 52/75
53) Chicken Legs with Peas, Artichokes, Mint, and Fingerling Potatoes
Simply place all the ingredients for this simple recipe in your Dutch oven and let it do all the cooking.
Brian Woodcock - 53/75
54) Creamy Mac and Cheese Chicken Soup
How do you make mac and cheese even more comforting? Make it into an extra-warming soup.
Brian Woodcock - 54/75
55) Skillet Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples
Roasted apples and brown sugar sweeten up this skillet chicken and Brussels sprouts dish.
Get the recipe for Skillet Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples.
Brian Woodcock - 55/75
56) Butternut Squash Ravioli with Seared Chicken
Make store-bought butternut squash ravioli your own by adding asparagus and seared chicken.
Get the recipe for Butternut Squash Ravioli with Seared Chicken.
Brian Woodcock - 56/75
57) Crispy Chicken Thighs with Smoky Chickpeas
Warm up and wind down with this simple yet hearty weeknight meal.
Get the recipe for Crispy Chicken Thighs with Smoky Chickpeas.
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 57/75
58) Grilled Spiced Chicken Skewers with Cucumber Salad
Give chicken kebabs an upgraded Mediterranean treatment by serving them with a cool cucumber salad and naan.
Brian Woodcock - 58/75
59) Crispy Chicken with Roasted Carrots and Couscous
Who knew that roasting carrots whole could look so pretty? Especially when served with golden chicken thighs and fluffy couscous.
Get the recipe for Crispy Chicken with Roasted Carrots and Couscous.
Brian Woodcock - 59/75
60) Cornflake Chicken Tenders with Potatoes and Peas
A cereal breading is bound to make this chicken cutlets dish popular with the kids.
Brian Woodcock - 60/75
61) Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
Shred leftover rotisserie chicken and add it to this gnocchi, zucchini, and green bean soup.
Brian Woodcock - 61/75
62) Dijon-Smothered Chicken Legs with Broccolini
Dijon mustard gives yummy drumsticks a bit of heat.
Brian Woodcock - 62/75
63) Kale and Chicken Pita Salad
Cucumbers and radishes bring crunch and color to this baby kale salad.
Brian Woodcock - 63/75
64) Blackened Chicken with Fennel Slaw
An avocado, fennel, and onion slaw elevates a crispy chicken dinner.
Brian Woodcock - 64/75
65) Grilled Pesto Chicken with Summer Squash
Let your grill do the work on the chicken and squash front while you prepare the pesto dressing.
Brian Woodcock - 65/75
66) BBQ Drumsticks with Edamame Succotash
A colorful veggie medley and cornbread are the perfect summer sides for these saucy BBQ chicken legs.
Brian Woodcock - 66/75
67) Chicken and Arugula Cacio e Pepe
Shredded chicken, arugula, and Parmesan elevate family pasta night.
Brian Woodcock - 67/75
68) Chicken Finger Sub with Cabbage Slaw
Homemade buttermilk ranch chicken fingers pair perfectly with a mayo-free cabbage and snap pea slaw.
Brian Woodcock - 68/75
69) Salt-and-Pepper Chicken with Spring Quinoa Pilaf
Delicious and healthy joining forces on a single plate? Dreams do come true!
Brian Woodcock - 69/75
70) Chili-Garlic Grilled Chicken with Avocado-Cherry Salsa
Grilled chicken gets a lift with this flavor-packed marinade and fresh, fruity salsa.
Tara Donne - 70/75
71) Mile-High Biscuit Sandwiches with Sweet Heat Hot Chicken
Tangy sweet and spicy chicken wedged between a buttery, flaky biscuit might just become your new staple.
Brian Woodcock - 71/75
72) Lemon-Rosemary Chicken with Roasted Broccolini
Vitamin-packed Broccolini is an ingenious hybrid between broccoli and Chinese broccoli.
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 72/75
73) Stuffed Chicken, 4 Ways
Give the weeknight staple an overhaul by stuffing it with one of these combos. (Each variation serves 4 and is ready in 30 minutes or less.)
Becky Luigart-Stayner - 73/75
74) Grilled Chicken-and-Strawberry Cobb Salad
A simple grilled chicken breast turns this flavorful summer salad into a full meal.
Get the recipe for Grilled Chicken-and-Strawberry Cobb Salad.
Mary Britton Senseney - 74/75
75) Roasted Chicken and Winter Squash
Gather your brood around the table for a relaxed Sunday meal.
Brian Woodcock - 75/75
76) Chicken and Corn Bread Pancakes with Spicy Syrup
Eat breakfast for dinner! Avoid soggy chicken by placing just-fried chicken on a cooling rack allows air to circulate around it, resulting in perfectly crisp flapjack toppers.
Mary Britton Senseney