Takeout? Nah, These 15 Chicken Recipes Are SO Much Better

Forget takeout! These 15 chicken recipes are juicier, tastier, and so easy you'll wonder why you ever bothered dialing in for delivery.

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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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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Chicken Tikka Masala

In this delectable recipe, a black bowl contains rice topped with chunks of meat in a creamy orange curry sauce, garnished with cilantro. A piece of naan bread sits on the side, all presented on a dark surface. — Chicken Tikka Masala. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Skip the takeout and whip up this easy Chicken Tikka Masala on your stovetop at home! Tender yogurt-marinated chicken, bursting with ginger, garlic, and Indian spices in a deliciously creamy tomato sauce – it’s perfect for mopping up with a batch of naan bread on a cool night.
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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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Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

Bowl of pasta with creamy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and drizzled with a dark sauce. A fork is in the bowl, making it one of the top 10 instant pot recipes for quick and delicious meals. — Instant Pot BBQ Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Try something different at your next cookout with BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese made in your Instant Pot! This one pot side dish combines everything you love about creamy, cheesy pasta and leftover grilled chicken in a uniquely yummy 30-minute recipe!
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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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Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

A close-up of a meal consisting of shredded chicken, corn, and crispy tater tots, garnished with chopped green onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of sauce—perfect for potluck casseroles. — Chicken Tater Tot Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Chicken Tater Tot Casserole recipe is ready in less than an hour and is the perfect comfort food for any day of the week.
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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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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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Keto Chicken Wings

These are the perfect keto chicken wings! Deliciously crispy and flavorful, this keto chicken wing recipe will leave your taste buds satisfied. These wings are bursting with flavor and will keep you wanting more.
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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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