50+ Best Chicken Recipes For Dinner

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Winner winner, chicken dinner! Today I’m going to share my top chicken recipes for dinner. From quick chicken recipes that are ready in 30 minutes to sheet pan chicken and skillet chicken recipes to one pot chicken and rice to classic Mediterranean chicken recipes, there is a little something for everyone.

I’ve also included sides such as salads, bread, rice or potatoes that go well with these chicken recipes for dinner. These easy recipes are ready in a short time, making them the perfect option for a weeknight dinner!

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Chicken recipes for dinner

Whole Roasted Chicken Recipe

Whole roasted chicken on a platter with vegetables.
5 from 4 votes

Whole Roasted Chicken Recipe

This easy roasted chicken recipe is perfect for every cook. Learn how to roast a chicken that's juicy and tender with golden crispy skin and so much flavor in every bite. This recipe is easy enough for a family meal and fancy enough for company! You can serve it with a variety of sides including salads and rice dishes. Keep in mind that you can skip the filling and just stuff the chicken with lemon halves and an onion.
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Whole roasted chicken on a platter with vegetables.

Baked chicken legs with garlic and sumac

baked chicken legs.
5 from 6 votes

Baked Chicken Legs with Sumac and Garlic

Ready for a tasty new way to enjoy baked chicken legs? Here's a Mediterranean twist on a classic family dinner. The chicken is flavored with sumac and garlic, giving it so much flavor!
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baked chicken legs.

Mediterranean garlic chicken

Serve with Mediterranean salad and Turkish bulgur.

5 from 6 votes

Mediterranean Garlic Chicken Recipe

This Mediterranean style garlic chicken recipe is a keeper. Juicy chicken flavored with garlic and Mediterranean herbs is absolutely delicious.
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Marinated chicken can be grilled or seared in a pan.

Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Moroccan chicken tagine in a clay pot.
5 from 11 votes

Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Moroccan chicken tagine is a classic that's so easy to love. Tender chicken pieces are braised with onions, olives, preserved lemons and warm spices and served on couscous, making this a comforting meal for any time of year.
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Chicken tagine in a tagine pot.

Greek grilled chicken recipe

You can serve it with pita bread and tzatziki.

5 from 18 votes

Juicy Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean with this juicy Greek grilled chicken. The classic marinade is made with lemon, herbs and spices and is so easy to put together!
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Greek grilled chicken recipe

Easy baked Greek chicken

This dish goes well with Briam (Greek roasted vegetables).

5 from 7 votes

Easy Baked Greek Chicken Recipe

This baked Greek chicken recipe is a weeknight favorite. Marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic, this chicken is flavorful in every bite.
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Harissa garlic grilled chicken thighs

Harissa grilled chicken thighs
5 from 5 votes

Harissa Grilled Chicken Thighs

Let's grill chicken thighs with harissa and garlic! Learn how to prepare grilled chicken thighs that are juicy and delicious with my tips and tricks.
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A platter of grilled chicken on a grey surface.

Mediterranean sheet pan chicken recipe

4.88 from 24 votes

Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

Sheet pan Mediterranean chicken recipe ready in 30 minutes. Juicy chicken is flavored with spices and roasted with vegetables makes the perfect weeknight dinner.
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sheet pan Mediterranean chicken recipe.

Homemade chicken shawarma

My favorite! Enjoy it with pita or lavash and tahini sauce.

4.44 from 67 votes

Homemade Chicken Shawarma Recipe

This homemade chicken shawarma recipe is made with a special spice mix that infuses it with classic Middle Eastern flavors. Serve it in a wrap to get the satisfying taste of take-out shawarma at home!
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homemade chicken shawarma

Greek chicken and potatoes

A one pan dish that’s full of bright Mediterranean flavors. It’s a complete meal on its own and you can enjoy it with a simple Greek salad.

4.66 from 23 votes

Greek Chicken And Potatoes Recipe

This Greek chicken and potatoes is the perfect dinner. Made in one pan with lots of garlic and lemon, every bit of this baked chicken and potatoes is juicy and packed with flavor.
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Greek chicken and potatoes chicken recipe for dinner

Moroccan chicken recipe

Packed with a lot of flavor, this dish goes so well with some couscous and some cucumber tomato feta salad.

5 from 10 votes

Moroccan Chicken and Couscous

Enjoy a festival of flavors with this Moroccan chicken recipe. Chicken breast marinated in aromatic spices and cooked to perfection, served with delicious couscous makes this the perfect meal!
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Moroccan chicken with couscous

Grilled zaatar chicken

A delicious way to grill chicken in summer! Turn it into a meal with some fattoush and pita!

4.95 from 40 votes

Grilled Zaatar Chicken Recipe

Grilled zaatar chicken is juicy and delicious. The key to this recipe is a simple marinade of zaatar and citrus.
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Grilled zaatar chicken

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Grilled chicken sandwich.
5 from 16 votes

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Fast food chicken sandwiches may be trendy these days, but it's hard to beat this tasty recipe prepared at home! Yogurt marinated chicken breast is grilled to perfection, topped with tahini sauce and served with fresh toppings. Trust me, this is a delicious sandwich for any time of the year.
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Harissa chicken with saffron couscous

5 from 2 votes

Harissa chicken with Couscous

This delicious harissa chicken is the perfect weeknight meal served with saffron infused couscous. Learn how to make this spicy chicken recipe with a twist. 
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harissa chicken with couscous

Mediterranean shish kabob recipe

4.82 from 11 votes

Mediterranean Chicken Shish Kabob

Easy chicken shish kabob recipe made on the grill or in the oven. This Mediterranean chicken kabobs are flavored with delicious spices and are quick to make. 
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grilled chicken shish kabob

Shish tawook

The marinade is everything! Enjoy this dish with a Middle Eastern salad such as tabouli, white rice and some homemade hummus.

4.83 from 41 votes

Shish Tawook Recipe

Shish Tawook is a Lebanese chicken dish that’s simple yet so delicious. Tender chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic makes one delicious meal for the family. 
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Shish tawook with salad and bread,

Caprese stuffed chicken breast recipe

5 from 4 votes

Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breast

Caprese stuffed chicken breast is easy and packed with flavor. Juicy chicken breast stuffed with cheese, tomatoes and basil makes a delicious meal. 
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caprese stuffed chicken breast chicken recipe for dinner

Greek chicken souvlaki

One of our favorite chicken recipes for dinner. You can make it in the pan or over the grill. Serve with some pita, Greek salad and tzatziki.

4.86 from 34 votes

Easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Try this easy recipe for homemade Greek chicken souvlaki. Made with a delicious garlic and lemon marinade, this classic street food is packed with amazing Mediterranean flavors and served with creamy tzatziki sauce.
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chicken souvlaki

Easy chicken shawarma salad

4.50 from 4 votes

Easy Chicken Shawarma Salad

This chicken shawarma salad is easy and delicious. It's loaded with juicy and flavorful chicken, vegetables, and a delicious yogurt sauce! 
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chicken shawarma salad chicken recipe for dinner

Sheet pan honey balsamic chicken

One pan and easy to make, serve with caprese salad or caprese pasta salad. The combination of honey and balsamic vinegar makes this dish super tasty!

5 from 5 votes

Sheet Pan Honey Balsamic Chicken

Today's recipe is simple yet delicious: honey balsamic chicken and veggies in one sheet pan. The chicken is tender and the vegetables are flavorful, perfect for a quick dinner!
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sheet pan honey balsamic chicken chicken recipe for dinner

Grilled spatchcock chicken

Our favorite summer chicken recipe with so much flavor in every bite. We love serving this chicken with Turkish potato salad, Greek potatoes or Persian herb rice.

5 from 30 votes

Grilled Spatchcock Chicken

Grilled spatchcock chicken is easy to infuse with Mediterranean flavors! Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, every bite of this chicken is delicious.
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Grilled spatchcock chicken is easy to infuse with Mediterranean flavors! Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, every bite of this chicken is delicious.

Easy chicken gyro

An easy chicken recipe for dinner. Turn it into a complete meal with Greek salad, homemade pita bread and freshly made tzatziki(Greek yogurt and cucumber sauce).

4.65 from 17 votes

Easy Chicken Gyro Recipe

This chicken gyro recipe is easy and exceptionally delicious. The marinade makes the chicken extra flavorful and juicy. Stuff it into a pita with fresh veggies and homemade tzatziki for a fabulous Greek deliciousness!
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Chicken gyro on a pita with tzatziki and veggies.

Quick lemon chicken

Simple ingredients with mighty flavors! Suggested side dishes are white rice, dill rice or Greek baked fries.

5 from 5 votes

Quick Lemon Chicken Recipe

An easy lemon chicken recipe that's ready in no time. This delicious and quick lemon chicken is perfect for dinner and meal prep. 
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quick lemon rice and chicken

Greek lemon chicken orzo soup

4.96 from 49 votes

Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Greek lemon chicken orzo soup is easy and packed with flavor. This healthy soup is creamy, hearty and so tasty, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Greek lemon chicken orzo soup

Greek one pan chicken and rice

Am easy dinner idea that is perfect with a bowl of Mediterranean salad or Greek salad.

4.48 from 17 votes

Greek One Pan Chicken and Rice

An easy one pan chicken and rice recipe made Greek style! Juicy chicken and flavorful rice make the perfect weeknight dinner that's easy yet super delicious.
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Greek one pan chicken and rice

Skillet chicken recipes

Italian skillet chicken recipe

Super easy and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Try it with some caprese salad or Mediterranean roasted vegetables.

4.89 from 26 votes

Italian Skillet Chicken Recipe

Ready in 30 minutes, this Italian chicken skillet recipe is a great option for a healthy and comforting dinner. This is a simple skillet chicken recipe that calls for real ingredients and is seasoned with bright spices and lemon.
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Italian skillet chicken recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner because it's easy and simple.

Quick caprese chicken

This quick chicken recipe is ready in 30 minutes and you only need 4 ingredients! Serve with roasted potatoes or brown rice.

5 from 6 votes

Quick Caprese Chicken Recipe

Easy caprese chicken recipe that's ready in only 30 minutes. Made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and pesto, this is a delicious easy weeknight dinner. Learn how to make this easy chicken recipe at home with our video and step-by-step tutorial. 

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caprese chicken recipe

Balsamic Chicken

balsamic chicken
4.96 from 25 votes

Easy Balsamic Chicken Recipe

An easy balsamic chicken recipe that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The balsamic marinade doubles as the sauce and makes the chicken extra juicy and delicious.
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balsamic chicken in a pan.

Skillet chicken and butternut squash

Perfect for fall and the holidays! Try this dish with some cucumber tomato avocado salad or rice with vermicelli.

5 from 3 votes

Skillet Chicken and Butternut Squash Recipe

An easy skillet chicken and butternut squash dinner that's ready in 30 minutes. Juicy chicken and butternut squash are flavored with honey, mustard and spices to make a wonderful meal. 
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skillet chicken with butternut squash

Chicken asparagus stir fry

Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry

Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry is a simple yet very delicious choice for weeknight dinners. All the flavor is in the special sauce made from basic ingredients!
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chicken asparagus stir fry

Lemon butter chicken

5 from 1 vote

Easy Lemon Butter Chicken

Easy Lemon Butter Chicken is a fantastic family dinner option. Juicy chicken bursting with amazing flavors takes your usual dinner to a whole new level!
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lemon butter chicken

Persian style chicken recipes for dinner

Grilled chicken wings Persian style

My favorite way to eat chicken wings, especially with some fresh lavash, saffron rice and salad shirazi!

5 from 18 votes

Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe Persian Style

Persian grilled chicken wings recipe is so unique. The chicken wings are marinated in a saffron yogurt mixture, making them tender and delicious.
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Grilled chicken wings

Persian saffron chicken

4.65 from 31 votes

Persian Chicken with Saffron

Persian Chicken and Saffron is a traditional dish that can be served with several different side dishes. This amazing dish is made with the golden spice and is bursting with enchanting flavors from a land far far away.
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Persian chicken with saffron

Persian barberry rice and chicken (Zereshk polo morgh)

Looking for a Persian chicken recipe to try? You’re going to love this Persian style chicken and barberry rice with a side of mast o khiar (yogurt rice) or torshi (pickles).

4.72 from 50 votes

Zereshk Polo Morgh – Persian Barberry Rice with Chicken

Zereshk polo morgh is one of the most famous dishes in Persian cuisine. It's full of wonderful flavors such as saffron, turmeric and barberry.
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Zereshk polo morgh is a dish full of amazing flavors including saffron!

Joojeh kabab – Persian grilled saffron chicken

4.75 from 89 votes

Joojeh Kabab (Persian Saffron Chicken Kebab)

Joojeh kabab is a classic chicken kebob recipe from Iran. Chicken pieces are smothered in a delicious saffron chicken kebob marinade and have such delicious flavor thanks to saffron and lemon. 
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joojeh kabab Persian saffron chicken kebab

Fesenjan – Persian pomegranate and walnut stew

4.79 from 14 votes

Fesenjan (Persian Pomegranate and Walnut Stew)

Fesenjan is a classic Persian stew made with walnuts, pomegranate molasses and usually chicken. It’s sweet and sour with a rich nutty flavor thanks to the walnuts. The key to a delicious fesenjoon is to cook it low and slow for a few hours. Serve with Persian rice or pour it over tahdig and enjoy. 
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Dive in to Persian deliciousness! Khoresht Fesenjan is a wonderful combination of pomegranate and walnut served with Persian style rice and saffron.

Instant pot chicken recipes

Instant pot poached chicken

This is the easiest way to make poached chicken! Use it in salads, soups or with rice.

4.94 from 15 votes

Instant Pot Poached Chicken (Tutorial)

Learn how to make juicy and tender instant pot poached chicken in 20 minutes. This easy instant pot chicken breast recipe is a game changer. You can use this method to make pressure cooker chicken breast to use in salads, rice dishes, or sandwiches. 
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instant pot poached chicken

Juicy instant pot chicken breast recipe

If you’re looking for a new recipe to try in your instant pot, this is it! Super easy and perfect every time. Make it into a complete meal with some Mediterranean potato salad or instant pot brown rice.

4.26 from 62 votes

Juicy Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipe

This instant pot chicken breast recipe uses Mediterranean spices and gives you juicy and tender chicken breast every time. It’s simple, easy and quick!
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instant pot chicken recipe

Instant pot chicken and rice

Love your instant pot? You’ve got to try this recipe and serve it with a simple tomato salad.

4.67 from 33 votes

Easy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

Instant pot chicken and rice is ready in less than 30 minutes! Packed with veggies and so much flavor, this dish is perfect for a quick dinner!
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Instant pot chicken and rice.

Instant pot chicken soup

This comforting chicken soup with Middle Eastern flavors is a family favorite, especially when served with some fresh bread.

5 from 6 votes

Instant Pot Chicken Soup Recipe

This comforting instant pot chicken soup is ready in 25 minutes and is the perfect weeknight dinner. Flavored with warm spices such as cinnamon and cumin, this soup is very comforting. This comforting instant pot chicken soup is the perfect weeknight dinner. Learn how to make soup in a pressure cooker with this guide and video.
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instant pot chicken soup

Chicken sandwiches

Chicken parmesan grilled cheese sandwich

Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich is the best of both worlds! Delicious chicken smothered in tomato sauce, pressed between two slices of bread with a lot of cheese!
chicken parmesan grilled cheese sandwich

Chicken sliders

An easy way to use up leftover chicken.

5 from 12 votes

Asian Chicken Sliders Recipe

These Asian Chicken Sliders are to die for! Shredded chicken mixed with Asian flavors and a delicious slaw, these chicken sliders are perfect for feeding a crowd! 
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Asian chicken sliders

Buffalo chicken sliders

5 from 8 votes

Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Buffalo chicken sliders are so simple to make and can easily feed a crowd. Creamy gooey sliders packed with flavor and heat from buffalo sauce!
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buffalo chicken sliders

Loaded gourmet chicken sandwich

gourmet chicken sandwich.
5 from 6 votes

Loaded Grilled Chicken Gourmet Sandwich

Spice up your after school game with this delicious loaded grilled chicken gourmet sandwich made with two types of meat and different vegetables in no time!
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Spice up your after school game with this delicious loaded grilled chicken gourmet sandwich made with two types of meat and different vegetables in no time!

More delicious chicken recipes

Cranberry orange glazed cornish hen

Readers’ favorite during the holidays! These small birds are perfect for small parties and gatherings!

4.47 from 67 votes

Cranberry Orange Glazed Cornish Hens

These Cranberry Orange Glazed Cornish Hens are perfect for holiday family dinners. The flavors of cranberries and oranges make this festive dinner a winner!
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cranberry orange glazed cornish hens

Skillet chicken and rice with veggies

5 from 4 votes

Skillet Chicken and Rice with Veggies

An easy skillet chicken and rice with veggies that’s ready in no time! Make this one pan chicken and rice dish in no time with a couple of shortcuts. 
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skillet chicken and rice with veggie

Slow cooker chicken tortilla soup

5 from 9 votes

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is the ultimate comfort food for any day of the week! It's so easy to make and is packed with flavors! Find instructions for slow cooker, instant pot and stove top.
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chicken tortilla soup

Spicy grilled chicken wings

A little bit of heat and a lot of flavor. These wings would pair well with a homemade potato salad or some grilled vegetables.

5 from 8 votes

Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings

Spicy grilled chicken wings are everyone's favorite. Juicy chicken wings are marinated in hot sauce and grilled to perfection. Follow my step by step recipe for instructions to make these wings on your grill.
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spicy grilled wings

Healthy chicken salad with walnuts and dill

Turn it into wrap using lettuce or lavash or enjoy it as a sandwich with some crusty bread.

5 from 9 votes

Healthy chicken salad with walnuts and dill

A healthy chicken salad that's perfect for a light and easy lunch. This healthy chicken salad is made with a delicious Greek yogurt dressing. 

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healthy chicken salad

Pomegranate pineapple chicken

Chicken thighs baked in sweet and savory marinade and is served on white rice to make a complete meal! Pomegranate Pineapple chicken is perfect for parties or just a weekend meal!
4.88 from 8 votes

Pomegranate Pineapple Chicken Recipe

Pomegranate Pineapple chicken is the perfect dinner. Juicy chicken cooked in a pomegranate pineapple marinade is very delicious. 
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Chicken thighs baked in sweet and savory marinade and is served on white rice to make a complete meal! Pomegranate Pineapple chicken is perfect for parties or just a weekend meal!

Garlic lemon cheese stuffed chicken breast

Easy to make and you can serve it with mashed potatoes, Greek potatoes or tortellini salad.

5 from 8 votes

Garlic Lemon Cheese Stuffed Chicken

Cheese stuffed chicken breast makes a delicious dinner that’s low carb and easy. Learn how to make these garlic lemon stuffed chicken breast at home with a few ingredients. 
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garlic lemon cheese stuffed chicken breast

Slow cooker honey garlic chicken

honey garlic chicken.
5 from 2 votes

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken requires minimal preparation and is great for lunch or dinner. Delicious chicken drumsticks cooked with a tasty sauce have so much flavor!
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slow cooker honey garlic chicken chicken recipe for dinner

Chicken parmesan pasta

chicken parmesan pasta.
4.27 from 38 votes

One Pan Chicken Parmesan Pasta

A healthier version of an all-time favorite, this One Pan Chicken Parmesan Pasta is great for weeknight dinners and is ready in less than 40 minutes!
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A healthier version of an all-time favorite, this One Pan Chicken Parmesan Pasta is great for weeknight dinners and is ready in less than 40 minutes!

Garlic parmesan chicken tenders

These are oven baked so they’re on the healthy side. Suggested side dishes are baked fries or a homemade coleslaw.

garlic parmesan chicken tenders.
5 from 6 votes

Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders

These Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken tenders are easy and super delicious. Delicious parmesan chicken tenders baked in the oven are crispy, easy and ready in no time. 
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These Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Strips are easy and super delicious. A healthier version of one of the most favorite foods out there!

Ranch baked chicken tenders

baked ranch chicken tenders.
5 from 2 votes

Baked Ranch Chicken Tenders

These Baked Ranch Chicken Tenders will be your go-to dinner option! They’re delicious and juicy, requiring minimum effort but delivering maximum flavor!
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Best Chicken Kofta Recipe

chicken kofta recipe
5 from 9 votes

Best Chicken Kofta Recipe

Easy juicy chicken kofta made with chicken breast, herbs and spices. It's perfect for dinner with various sides such as green salad or rice.
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Chicken kofta on a platter with bread and vegetables.

Adobo pasta with chicken