18 Chicken Recipes That Make Dinner the Best Part of the Day

This roundup of 18 chicken recipes brings you a variety of dishes that highlight just how versatile this ingredient can be. Think crispy baked chicken that rivals takeout, creamy pasta dishes loaded with flavor, grilled favorites that bring out smoky goodness, and hearty soups that comfort on cold nights. Whether you’re keeping things light or indulging in a cozy meal, these recipes will inspire you to bring more variety and excitement to your dinner table. With so many options, you’ll never have to wonder what’s for dinner again.

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch with cauliflower, cheese, and parsley in a white casserole dish with a wooden spoon. — Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Keto chicken bacon ranch casserole is a cheesy dish that everyone will love! With minimal ingredients, this tasty dish is a quick and easy dinner option.
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Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Thighs with Baby Potatoes, Green Beans & Corn

This easy sheet pan dinner brings together juicy chicken thighs, tender potatoes, crisp green beans, and sweet corn for a hearty, flavor-packed meal. Everything roasts together on one pan, making cleanup a breeze while delivering a perfect balance of savory, fresh, and comforting flavors. It’s a weeknight winner you’ll want on repeat.
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Potato Chip Chicken

Chicken crusted with potato chips on a plate with broccoli. — Potato Chip Chicken. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

My potato chip chicken features juicy chicken coated in crispy crunchy potato chips. It's so crunchy you'll swear it's baked, not fried!
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Ritz Cracker Chicken

A plate with ritz cracker coated chicken a green beans. — Ritz Cracker Chicken. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Buttery, crunchy chicken that is baked not fried. This easy recipe has only 5 ingredients, and tastes way better than Shake and Bake!
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Chicken Spaghetti

A wooden spoon lifting spaghetti our a casserole dish with a wooden spoon. — Chicken Spaghetti. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Ultra creamy spaghetti with tender chicken and plenty of cheese. Whenever I make this dish everyone always asks for seconds!
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Chinese Five Spice Chicken: Family Favorite Recipe

A bowl with grilled chicken thigh, white rice sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds, and broccoli florets. — Chinese Five Spice Chicken: Family Favorite Recipe. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Chinese five spice chicken is a delicious dish that bakes chicken thighs with a flavorful Chinese spice blend. It is incredibly versatile.
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Chinese Roast Chicken Recipe (Simple and Delicious)

Juicy and tender Chinese-style roast chicken with crispy skin on a plate with a fork and a spoon. — Chinese Roast Chicken Recipe (Simple and Delicious). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This mouth-watering Chinese roast chicken recipe adds some delicious Asian flavor while still being easy to prepare.

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Sticky Baked Asian Chicken Wings (Fall Off the Bone)

Baked tender, sticky, and savory Asian chicken wings on a plate. — Sticky Baked Asian Chicken Wings (Fall Off the Bone). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Baked Asian chicken wings are a delicious appetizer that features chicken wings seasoned with Asian flavors and then baked in the oven.
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Chicken Pot Pie

This hearty and comforting chicken pot pie casserole is the perfect meal for a cozy night at home. It's a delicious chicken recipe packed with flavor that makes two or more generous servings.
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Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Dish

A plate of stuffing with chicken on a table next to a skillet. — Chicken and Stuffing Casserole Dish. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Experience the ultimate comfort food with this chicken and Stove Top stuffing casserole. It's a delicious blend of flavors that will bring the taste of Thanksgiving to your table.
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Thai Curry Puffs

Easy homemade Thai curry puffs are filled with a mouthwatering mix of ground chicken and potatoes cooked with onions, garlic, and spices in flaky pastry.
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Thai Turkey Meatballs

Thai Turkey Meatballs in Red Curry Sauce are super quick and easy to make. They're baked in the oven, which is way easier than browning them in a skillet.They make a popular appetizer and are also great for dinner, served with the sauce over rice with some steamed or roasted veggies on the side.
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Marinated Chicken Wings

These salty, sticky, sweet and savory wings have it all. One bite and buffalo sauce will be a thing of the past.
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Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Poblano peppers stuffed with chicken and cheese. — Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These chicken stuffed poblano peppers are packed with melted cheese, black beans and Mexican spices. Gluten-free and low-carb yet major decadent comfort food vibes.
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Shawarma Kebabs

These Shawarma Kebabs are easy to prepare, flavorful, and baked right in the oven. Make them for a weeknight dinner for a delicious and high-protein meal.
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Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken

Cheesy chicken fajita bake in a baking pan. — Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Cheesy Chicken Fajita Bake features oven-baked chicken breasts that are seasoned with a blend of spices topped with a layer of cream cheese, mini sweet peppers, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers

This recipe offers a quick and convenient way to make flavorful chicken and bacon poppers with a homemade ranch dressing. The poppers are oven-baked for ultimate ease, while the ranch dressing is simple to mix up with pantry staples. Both parts of the recipe are ready in under an hour, making it ideal for a fun and light weeknight dinner or as a party appetizer.
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Mediterranean Chicken Bake

Chicken breast with herbs, cheese and tomatoes. — Mediterranean Chicken Bake. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Made in 1-dish and baked in the oven, this delish dish features juicy chicken breasts, tons of veggies, and tangy feta. It's about as easy and good as dinner can get!
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