Winner, Winner, 23 Chicken Dinners

Why settle for basic when your chicken can be amazing? These 23 recipes are saucy, sizzling, and anything but boring. From crispy skillet classics to juicy, flavor-packed oven bakes, each dish brings something bold to the table. It’s time to level up your bird game, ditch the dinner rut, and make every bite something to look forward to.

Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans

Making this Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans is great when you want a delicious and healthy meal without all the cleanup. It only uses one skillet to make! Plus, it cooks in less than 20 minutes!
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Smoked Chicken Wings

You'll love these tender Smoked Chicken Wings. Perfect for any occasion, easy to make, and absolutely delicious.
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Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle

Teriyaki Chicken with asparagus on a white plate with a fork. — Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Teriyaki Chicken Thighs on the Blackstone Griddle come out super juicy! This grilled teriyaki chicken has only 2 ingredients and cooks in less than 20 minutes. It's a great chicken recipe if you're wanting to meal prep.
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Best Blackstone Chicken Breast

Blackstone Chicken Breast with green beans on a white plate with a fork. — Best Blackstone Chicken Breast. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These chicken breasts on the Blackstone are full of flavor for an easy dinner! This simple recipe is great for a weeknight dinner or a backyard BBQ. It's also low carb and keto, too!
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Oven Fried Chicken

Crispy oven baked fried chicken.
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Blackened Chicken Thighs

Chicken coated in seasoning on a plate with tomatoes. — Blackened Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Downsizing Dinner.

Oven blackened chicken thighs.
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Air Fryer Chicken Quarters

A white platter with four seasoned and cooked chicken quarters, garnished with fresh parsley. — Air Fryer Chicken Quarters. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Air Fryer Chicken Quarters are a super easy and budget-friendly dinner. These juicy and tender chicken quarters get that perfect crispy skin without drying out the meat. Ready in no time and you can easily double or triple the recipe for meal prep or serving a large family.
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Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs

A white plate with several air-fried chicken meatballs garnished with parsley and wooden picks. — Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs are a quick, easy, and delicious option for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer. These juicy meatballs are made with ground chicken, breadcrumbs, and the best seasonings. They're a healthier choice than traditional meatballs and are ready in just 15 minutes. If you've got picky eaters, this recipe includes the option to sneak in a healthy dose of zucchini that blends in perfectly. Serve with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Roasted Apricot Chicken

Roasted chicken in a pan with sauce and apricots. — Roasted Apricot Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make this tasty roasted apricot chicken that's perfect for a family dinner. Easy steps and flavorful results await when you make this dish.
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Chicken Fricassee

A skillet with browned chicken thighs in a creamy sauce with mushrooms and herbs. — Chicken Fricassee. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Master the art of chicken fricassee with this easy recipe. You're going to love how creamy and delicious this French chicken stew comes out.
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Crock Pot Whole Chicken Recipe

Whole chicken cooked in a crockpot with vegetables. — Crock Pot Whole Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Crock Pot Whole Chicken Recipe is an easy and delicious way to cook a whole chicken. The slow cooker does all the work, resulting in tender and juicy chicken every time.
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Cajun Smothered Chicken Recipe

Cajun smothered chicken served with rice and vegetables. — Cajun Smothered Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Cajun Smothered Chicken Recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that’s perfect for a family dinner. The chicken is smothered in a rich and spicy gravy, served over rice.
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Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sweet and sour chicken chunks in a glossy sauce, served on a white plate with garnish. — Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken offers a healthier take on the popular Chinese dish without sacrificing flavor. The cripsy air fryer chicken is drizzled with a tangy, sweet red sauce and paired with bell peppers and sesame seeds. This recipe gives you all the flavors you love from takeout but with more control over the ingredients, creating a healthier meal.
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Delicious and Healthy Chicken Celery Stir-Fry Recipe

A plate of white rice topped with diced chicken, carrots, celery, and green onions. — Delicious and Healthy Chicken Celery Stir-Fry Recipe. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Chicken celery stir fry is packed with tender chicken, crunchy celery, and carrot slices. It's easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
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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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One Pot Chicken Stew

A pot of creamy chicken stew with sliced potatoes, carrots, peas, and herbs on a light-colored tabletop with parsley and salt and pepper shakers nearby. — One Pot Chicken Stew. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This chicken stew is tasty, creamy and satisfying. It's the kind of hearty stew recipe that's perfect for warming you up on a chilly evening.
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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

A pot of gumbo with sausage, chicken, and sliced vegetables. A wooden spoon rests inside the pot. Salt and pepper shakers, parsley, and bread rolls are visible in the background. — Chicken and Sausage Gumbo. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This chicken and sausage gumbo really delivers on flavor. It's a dish that cooks low and slow, until it's perfect. You will love this gumbo.
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Peach Whiskey Barbecue Chicken

A cast iron skillet filled with cooked chicken pieces and topped with sliced peaches. — Peach Whiskey Barbecue Chicken. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

I love finding ways to work peaches into a dinner when they're in season during the summer. That's why this peach whiskey barbecue chicken recipe works so well. It's sweet and savory in all the right kinds of ways.
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Spicy Chicken with Pepperoncini Peppers

A plate of white rice topped with chunks of chicken and sliced green bell peppers, all cooked in a creamy yellow sauce. — Spicy Chicken with Pepperoncini Peppers. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

With prep and cooking time, we were able to make this Spicy Chicken with Pepperoncini Peppers in about 20 minutes. That’s not an exaggeration.
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Chicken Jerky

Prepare homemade chicken jerky as a lean, protein-rich snack. By making your jerky, you avoid the high costs and preservatives of store-bought options. This recipe offers a customizable, flavorful treat that's perfect for on-the-go or as a savory addition to your pantry. Store it properly, and you'll have a ready-to-eat snack that's both healthy and satisfying.
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Chicken Marsala

This chicken Marsala recipe features tender chicken breast served in a buttery mushroom and Marsala sauce. Serve it with your favorite starch — like mashed potatoes or buttered noodles — and a side of seasonal vegetables for a filling meal that's elegant but easy to make!
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Tex Mex Chicken

Chicken fajitas in foil with peppers, onions and sour cream. — Tex Mex Chicken. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

If you like the idea of a dinner that doesn’t dirty up your pots and pans, this Tex Mex Chicken is the ideal recipe! Spice up dinner while keeping your macros on track and avoiding the dreaded task of scrubbing pots and pans!
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