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Looking for dinner ideas? These are 12 easy chicken dinner recipes that are quick, family-friendly, and delicious!
As much as we cook (really love to cook!) there are plenty of nights where we don't know what to make for dinner. You too? When inspiration is low, chicken is always a crowd pleaser.
We've gathered 12 of our favorite easy chicken dinner recipes that take the guesswork out of mealtime. These family-friendly dishes are quick enough for busy weeknights, yet delicious enough for casual entertaining. We've included a wide variety of flavors from around the globe. There is truly something for every craving, from cozy and comforting to light and fresh. Add these to your weekly menu and get ready for rave reviews!
Fresh Herb Asian Chicken Burgers
Looking for a flavorful, healthy twist on burger night? These Asian Chicken Burgers are bursting with fresh herbs, sweet chili sauce, and Thai-inspired flavor! They're light, juicy, and perfect for everything from busy weeknights to casual entertaining.
Make-Ahead Basil Chicken Meatballs Parmesan
Looking for a make-ahead dish that everyone will love? These Basil Chicken Meatballs Parmesan are it! They're bursting with fabulous flavor and are perfect for weeknight family dinners and easy entertaining!
Italian Chicken Pastina Soup (aka Italian Nonna's Penicillin Soup)
This cozy, comforting soup is also called Italian Nonna's Penicillin soup because it's known to cure just about anything that ails you! It hits the spot on a chilly day, for sure!
Easy Pan-Seared Chicken Bruschetta
If you're in the mood for something healthy, satiating and fabulous, this super easy Pan-Seared Chicken Bruschetta is calling your name! Serve it with some crusty bread to sop up the delicious juices and you'll be hearing rave reviews from family, friends and guests!
Easy Lemongrass Coconut Chicken Curry
This Lemongrass Coconut Chicken Curry features tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions simmered in a fragrant coconut-lemongrass sauce. It's a bright, Thai-inspired dish that's easy enough for weeknights, yet special enough for guests.
Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
This delicious Chicken and Dumplings recipe comes together in well under an hour with tender chunks of chicken and fluffy buttermilk dumplings - it's the perfect cozy comfort meal for a chilly day!
Make-Ahead Chicken Cacciatore
This Make-Ahead Chicken Cacciatore is a rustic Italian classic simmered with mushrooms, peppers, and herbs in a rich tomato sauce. The flavors deepen as it rests, making it perfect for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are fast, easy, and loaded with fabulous flavor! Ready in minutes with a smoky spice rub (and optional Chipotle Yum Yum Sauce), they're guaranteed to get rave reviews around the table.
Huli Huli Chicken Meatballs
With a sweet, savory, soy-pineapple glaze/sauce these Hawaiian-inspired Huli Huli Chicken Meatballs make delicious appetizers, rice bowls and sandwiches!
Hearty, Healthy White Bean Chicken Chili
This Hearty, Healthy White Bean Chicken Chili is bursting with fabulous flavor. We love that it's also loaded with fresh veggies and lean protein! A triple win!
Easy, Make-Ahead Parisian Coq au Vin (with boneless chicken breasts)
Much easier than traditional Coq au Vin but just as delicious, the magical tenderizing trick results in amazingly tender chicken. It's a fabulous, make-ahead dish that's perfect for entertaining or an easy weeknight treat.
Mexican Chicken Soup (Sopa de Pollo Mexicana)
This Mexican Chicken Soup comes together quickly with rotisserie or leftover chicken and is loaded with fabulous South-of-the-Border flavor!
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