25 Chicken Recipes That Make Every Meal Unforgettable

Chicken is one of the most versatile and reliable proteins you can cook with, and these 25 recipes prove just how delicious it can be. From comforting casseroles and savory skillet meals to flavorful baked dishes and quick weeknight favorites, there’s a recipe here for every occasion. Whether you’re feeding a family, entertaining friends, or cooking just for yourself, these chicken dishes bring bold flavors and satisfying textures to the table.

Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes

Instant Pot Chicken and potatoes with parsley on a white plate. — Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes are perfect for when you need a quick and easy dinner! You'll love these super juicy chicken breasts and tender potatoes. It's ready in less than 40 minutes, most of which is hands off!
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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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Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Make juicy broiled chicken thighs in less than 25 minutes. With hints of lemon and garlic, this delicious low carb chicken thigh recipe is great for a weeknight dinner. It's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters!
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Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

You'll love this easy Sheet Pan and Chicken and Vegetables recipe. It's great for a lazy dinner idea.
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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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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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Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Honey Lemon Pepper Thighs with parsley on a white plate. — Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs is a flavorful and aromatic dish, perfect for an easy dinner recipe. It combines the sweet tanginess of honey, the bright zestiness of lemon, and the mild heat of black pepper.
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Frozen Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer

If you’re looking for an easy dinner when you’re short on time, you’ll love making frozen chicken thighs in the air fryer. And don’t worry, they will come out juicy and not rubbery!
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Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe is made in the Instant Pot or Pressure cooker for a quick and easy meal! This green chicken curry is low in carbs and can be made in a slow cooker too!
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Air Fryer Paleo Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

These Air Fryer Paleo Teriyaki Chicken Thighs are great when you need a quick and easy dinner. You won’t believe how juicy and delicious they are! These boneless skinless chicken thighs have only 2 ingredients and are ready in less than 20 minutes.
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Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice in Instant Pot. — Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice at the same time with your Instant Pot. These come out perfect every time! Have dinner ready in about 40 minutes with very little hands on time!
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Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Cast Iron Chicken Thigh in Creamy Tomato Sauce with a spoon in a cast iron skillet. — Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Cast Iron Keto Chicken Thigh Recipe in Creamy Tomato Sauce will be your new favorite dinner. It's a delicious meal and is made with simple ingredients that the entire family will love! ! It's dairy and gluten free!
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Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (no breading)

Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole in a black casserole dish with parsley and a spoon. — Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (no breading). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

his Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu is a tasty twist on your traditional breaded chicken cordon bleu. It's a deliciously creamy comfort food casserole that is perfect for an easy keto dinner!
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Grilled Hawaiian Chicken

Grilled chicken breasts stuffed with ham, pineapple and Jarlsberg cheese garnished with green onion. — Grilled Hawaiian Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This grilled Hawaiian chicken is stuffed with ham, fresh pineapple and melted smoked cheese with a sticky sweet teriyaki glaze.
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Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet

Garlic chicken bites with peppers and mushrooms in a skillet. — Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A 20-minute, one pan dinner featuring garlic chicken bites, mushrooms, onions and red peppers with fresh herbs.
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Maple Miso Chicken

This sweet and savory miso chicken recipe is simple yet outrageously delicious. Coated in a buttery glaze of miso paste, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, shallots, oil and vinegar, the chicken bakes until lusciously golden and sticky.
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Chinese Black Pepper Chicken

Bowl of black pepper chicken with chop sticks. — Chinese Black Pepper Chicken. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Discover the secret to a delicious black pepper chicken. This easy recipe will have you making a classic Chinese dish in no time.
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Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps

Closeup of a chicken shawarma wrap. — Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps are infused with the intense flavors of the Middle East. Authentic Shawarma is spit-roasted for hours, but this quick air fryer version captures those delicious shawarma flavors and can be on your table in under 30 minutes. Don't skip the rich, tangy Lemon Tahini Sauce!
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Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken

Low angle shot of korean fried chicken with a hand holding a piece of the chicken. — Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken is crispy, crunchy, spicy, and sweet. It's easy to make and you won't be able to stop eating it.
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Air Fryer Sesame Chicken

Low angle shot of a plate of fried chicken with sesame sauce and sesame seeds. — Air Fryer Sesame Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Do you love crispy, sweet-savory Sesame Chicken from your favorite Chinese restaurant? My family says this air fryer version is just as good!
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Chicken Biryani

Chicken biryani is a succulent mix of chicken pieces steeped in a vibrant blend of spices, tucked amidst fragrant basmati rice.
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Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

Basket of fried chicken with chilies and garlic. — Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

I made these Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings with Szechuan peppercorns and stir-fried hot chile peppers and garlic and I couldn't stop eating them! They are so crunchy, spicy, and addictive.
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Tandoori Chicken

This tandoori chicken recipe is full of flavor, and easy, too! You can cook your tandoori chicken in the oven, on the grill, or even in your air fryer.
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Homestyle Chicken Curry

Creamy chicken curry over rice with lime. — Homestyle Chicken Curry. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

When it comes to comfort food, nothing quite beats a warm, delicious bowl of chicken curry. This homestyle chicken curry recipe has a way of making any day feel special. It’s packed with rich flavors and creamy goodness that warms you from the inside out. A fantastic way to spice up your dinner routine without a lot of fuss.
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