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17 Chicken Dinner Recipes That Make Cooking Simple and Flavorful

Published: Oct 20, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Making dinner doesn’t have to feel complicated, especially when chicken is on the menu. It’s quick to cook, easy to season, and works well in countless styles of dishes. From one-pan dinners to hearty oven-baked favorites, this list of 17 chicken dinner recipes shows just how stress-free and tasty cooking can be. With these options, you’ll always have a go-to recipe ready to satisfy everyone at the table.

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Smoked Chicken Drumstick with parsley on a white plate.
Smoked Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Deliciously smoky and juicy, our smoked chicken drumsticks blend flavor and tenderness perfectly. Indulge in BBQ perfection with every bite. Plus, it is great for a weekend barbecue.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

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!
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

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.
Get the Recipe: Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs

Shredded Chicken Thighs in Instant Pot with thyme.
Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs is a simple last minute dinner idea for a weeknight. The Instant Pot makes these chicken thighs juicy and tender in less than 30 minutes. Great for meal prep too!
Get the Recipe: Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs

Grilled Chicken Alfredo Fries

Waffle fries on a red plate topped with grilled chicken, alfredo sauce, and white cheese.
Grilled Chicken Alfredo Fries. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Quick and easy Grilled Chicken Alfredo Fries are ready in 15 minutes and are so good!
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken Alfredo Fries

Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Fried chicken in a basket lined with parchment paper.
Air Fryer Fried Chicken. Photo credit: all Ways Delicious.

Air fryer fried chicken is easy to make and so good. It’s crispy on the outside and tender and flavorful on the inside. These step-by-step instructions show you how.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Air Fryer BBQ Wings

A pile of air fryer BBQ wings on a white platter.
Air Fryer BBQ Wings. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings taste like they’re fresh off the grill. They’re spicy, sweet, a little smoky, and absolutely delicious.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer BBQ Wings

Tamale Pot Pies

Image shows a Tamale pot pie on a glass plate with guacamole sitting next to it.
Tamale Pot Pies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience the comforting flavors of tamale pot pies, a fusion of traditional tamales and pot pies. These individual pies feature a flavorful filling of shredded rotisserie chicken, corn, and savory spices, all encased in a delectable masa crust. With each bite, savor the harmonious blend of Mexican-inspired ingredients nestled within the authentic masa crust, adding an extra layer of texture and flavor.
Get the Recipe: Tamale Pot Pies

Gluten Free Honey Baked Chicken Thighs

Honey and lemon baked chicken thighs with parsley on top in a baking dish.
Gluten Free Honey Baked Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with these ultra-juicy, honey-baked chicken thighs. Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free this busy weeknight dinner comes together with just a handful of ingredients and makes for a burst of sweetness in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Gluten Free Honey Baked Chicken Thighs

Ultimate Chicken Casserole

Stuffed chicken casserole served with lettuce.
Ultimate Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

If you’re like me, sometimes you just want a simple, comforting meal that’s easy to throw together but still tastes like it took a lot of effort. This ultimate chicken casserole recipe is flavorful, creamy, cheesy, packed with delicious chicken, spinach, and, of course, lots of cheese.
Get the Recipe: Ultimate Chicken Casserole

Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Hot honey lemon pepper wings on a dark blue plate surrounded by lemon pepper, lemons, a white linen, and lemonade.
Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These hot honey lemon pepper wings are a crispy, sweet, savory, and tangy treat.
Get the Recipe: Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Stuffed Chicken Roll Ups

Chicken stuffed with spinach and cheese on a bed of rice.
Stuffed Chicken Roll Ups. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Indulge in a wholesome dinner with our delightful Stuffed Chicken Roll Ups Recipe. This succulent chicken roll-up casserole, filled with mozzarella cheese and spinach, is cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth delight perfect as your next family dinner recipe. It Is a breeze to prepare and bake, making it ideal for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Chicken Roll Ups

Chicken Pot Pie

Small serving of chicken pot pie casserole on plate with fork.
Chicken Pot Pie. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

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.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie

Sheet Pan Chicken & Sweet Potatoes

Roasted chicken thighs with sweet potatoes and pecans.
Sheet Pan Chicken & Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This dinner of chicken and sweet potatoes with caramelized pecans is so simple! Make everything on one sheet pan and dinner is ready in no time.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken & Sweet Potatoes

Chicken and Waffle Casserole

Piece of chicken and waffle casserole on a plate.
Chicken and Waffle Casserole. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy a twist on a classic favorite with Chicken and Waffle Casserole! With just 5 simple ingredients this breakfast casserole has an amazing balance of sweet & savory.
Get the Recipe: Chicken and Waffle Casserole

Chopped Crispy Citrus Chicken Salad

Chopped crispy chicken citrus salad on a white plate with purple kitchen towel.
Chopped Crispy Citrus Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This chopped winter salad is packed with crispy rotisserie chicken, bright citrus, toasted pine nuts, fresh herbs and hearty bed of Tuscan kale then tossed in an orange dijon dressing.
Get the Recipe: Chopped Crispy Citrus Chicken Salad

Homemade Powdered Chicken

A plate with dried chicken and powdered chicken.
Homemade Powdered Chicken. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

If you've ever wanted an easy way to make your meals taste better, homemade powdered chicken is perfect. It's a simple, natural way to add rich chicken flavor to your food without using store-bought bouillon, which can have stuff you don't need. Plus, when you make it at home, you get to choose exactly what goes into it, so it's fresh and just the way you like it.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Powdered Chicken

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