Chicken dinners are a staple in many households. It's a simple yet comforting dish that brings everyone together. That's why we curated a collection of chicken recipes that are as comforting as possible. Each recipe is designed to be simple and approachable, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
The BEST Italian Chicken Saltimbocca
It’s a classic Italian baked chicken dish with sage saltimbocca sauce. The ingredients include sage, prosciutto, provolone cheese, and chicken, so you know it’s going to be rich and full of amazing flavors. It’s beautiful served with polenta, roasted or boiled potatoes or pasta. This traditional Italian dish will become your favorite chicken dinner recipe. Get the recipe.
Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry
This Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and easy weeknight dinner your family will love. Making it in a sheet pan makes it a hands off, no stir, stir fry! Get the recipe.
Chicken Greek Panzanella Salad
Herb-smothered grilled chicken, fresh veggies and crunchy croutons produce an epic Grilled Chicken Greek Panzanella Salad. It's a feel good recipe your family will love! Get the recipe.
Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken
Decadent and delicious, this Stovetop Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken skillet meal is just 30 minutes away. Filled with rich flavors and made in one pan, this simple and easy recipe is sure to be your new fave. And the creamy honey mustard cream sauce is amazing on rice, potatoes, and roasted veggies, too! Get the recipe.
Pumpkin Chicken Curry
Pumpkin Chicken Curry is juicy, tender chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces and simmered in a flavorful and creamy canned pumpkin sauce. This easy and quick one-skillet recipe is bursting with flavor and is perfect for a cozy autumn meal. Get the recipe.
Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff
This Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff is a creamy, savory, luxurious dinner inspired by delicious Eastern European cuisine and it's ready to eat in just half an hour! You simply can't beat this easy stroganoff recipe for a one-skillet, thirty-minute dinner when you're ready for a satisfying, comforting meal that doesn't involve slaving in the kitchen all afternoon. Get the recipe.
French Chicken Gratin
Chicken Tartiflette is an ultimate French potato bake taken up a notch. So creamy and insanely delicious, this comforting Chicken Gratin packs a serious flavor punch. Perfect entree for when that comfort food craving kicks in. Get the recipe.
Homemade Chicken Kiev
Tender chicken fillet is stuffed with herbed butter, double breaded, and cooked to crispy perfection. It's a true comfort food on a plate. Get the recipe.
White Chicken Chili
This yummy White Chicken Chili is made with Ground Chicken, Sour Cream and is ready to be served in 40 minutes. This easy and hearty soup recipe will satisfy you for hours. The perfect recipe for busy weeknight dinners. Get the recipe.
Air Fryer Bruschetta Stuffed Chicken Breasts
This air fryer bruschetta stuffed chicken breasts recipe infuses chicken with the best Italian flavours. Chicken, tomatoes and provolone cheese pair up beautifully in this easy chicken recipe. Whip up this easy bruschetta chicken bake for dinner and you won’t be disappointed. It is such a great air fryer chicken recipe that you can enjoy year round. Get the recipe.
Baked Mustard Chicken Meatballs
These baked mustard chicken meatballs feature lightly seared balls of ground chicken, rice, and spices baked in a creamy mustard sauce. The recipe makes plenty of meatballs to satisfy your hungry family on busy weeknights. Get the recipe.
Chicken Milanese with Tomato Arugula Salad
This recipe for Chicken Milanese is truly the BEST you will ever have. Crispy breaded Italian chicken cutlets get topped with a lemony arugula tomato salad and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. It's a simple and delicious Italian dinner that will have you coming back for seconds (and thirds). Get the recipe.
Instant Pot Sesame Chicken
Instant Pot Sesame Chicken is a delicious weeknight meal that the entire family will love. This hearty dish comes together quickly and has tender chicken covered in a sweet and savory sauce. Get the recipe.
Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala
This Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is a super flavorful and aromatic Indian chicken curry made with marinated tender chicken cooked in a creamy sauce. This restaurant-quality chicken tikka masala is so easy to make in the instant pot, that you will not consider take-out again. Make it along with pot-in-pot basmati rice for a complete meal. Get the recipe.
Instant Pot Herb Chicken
A quick and flavorful, weeknight dinner meal of chicken breast. Enjoy a healthy main dish in only 20 minutes! Get the recipe.
Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli Bake
If you miss Alfredo, look no further. Creamy Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli Bake is the ultimate comfort food that is easy to make, low carb, and delicious. In under 30 minutes, you’ll have a wonderful meal on the table with little effort. You won’t even miss your traditional pasta dish. Get the recipe.
Easy Orange Chicken Recipe
This easy orange chicken recipe can be thrown together last minute if you have the Teriyaki sauce already made. It’s quick, simple and equal to anything you’d get in a restaurant…. only better because there are no garbage ingredients in it! Get the recipe.
Cobb Salad Recipe with Chicken
Healthy Cobb Salad Recipe with Chicken is a fantastic healthy meal that can be thrown together quickly. It is easy to make ahead to enjoy later. Get the recipe.
Cheesy Baja Chicken and Bell Pepper Skillet
This cheesy Baja chicken and bell pepper skillet, is packed with south of the border flavors. With juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and a blend of Mexican seasonings, all topped with melted Pepper Jack cheese, this chicken cheesesteak dish is sure to become a new family favorite! Get the recipe.
Chicken Piccata
This easy chicken piccata is a classic dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken with a zesty lemony sauce. Get the recipe.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
If you are looking for a quick, family-friendly dinner idea, I've got you covered. These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the easiest things ever and kids love them. Ready in under 30 minutes too! Get the recipe.
Chicken Philly Cheesesteak
The classic Philly cheesesteak sandwich dates back to the 1930s in Philadelphia and features thinly sliced beef, peppers & onions, and melted cheese. My healthy and tasty version of the classic sandwich is easy to make and great for meal prep. Get the recipe.
Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak Recipe
This buffalo chicken cheesesteak recipe is easy to make, delicious, and packed with flavor. With a mouthwatering combination of tender sliced chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, gooey cheese, and spicy buffalo sauce, each bite is SO GOOD! Get the recipe.
Chicken Bryan - Copycat Carrabba's Recipe
This Carrabba's Chicken Bryan copycat recipe tops grilled chicken breasts with a basil lemon butter sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy goat cheese. It's just like the original at home! Get the recipe.
Hasselback Chicken
Our 4-ingredient Hasselback Chicken recipe is a quick, versatile, and delicious meal featuring stuffed chicken that tastes as impressive as it looks and is perfect for busy weeknight dinners. Get the recipe.
Chicken Pathia
Are you squeezed for money but yearn for your favourite takeaway? Here’s one British Indian restaurant favourite you can prepare at home – chicken pathia! Get the recipe.
Easy Chicken Marsala
Thin chicken breast slices lightly battered and sauteed until golden brown then simmered in in a marsala wine sauce until fork tender is perfect for your next dinner party but easy enough for weeknight meals. Restaurant-quality chicken marsala is just 30 minutes away! Get the recipe.
Garlic Butter Chicken
This easy garlic butter chicken recipe is a weeknight favorite! Make juicy chicken breast with butter, garlic, and herbs in just 20 minutes. Get the recipe.
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Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.
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