Easy chicken recipes to save dinner when you’re out of ideas.
We all hit that point: you get home, open the fridge, and nothing seems inspiring. But when it comes to versatility, budget, and crowd-pleasing power, chicken is the unbeatable MVP.
That’s why I pulled together these 18 easy chicken recipes – from soups and wraps to pizzas and pot pies to rescue any night when you don’t know what to make.
1. Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie
Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie is the comfort food you need – creamy chicken and veggies tucked under flaky golden biscuits. I love Lodge Cast Iron Skillets.
2. Chicken Caesar Wraps
Chicken Caesar Wraps turn your favorite salad into a fast, no-cook dinner that’s easy to prep ahead or pack on the go.
3. Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Packed with veggies and brightened by lemon, this Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a flavorful and easy dinner favorite.
4. Mexican Torta
Mexican Torta stacks refried beans, guacamole, pickled peppers, and chicken into a flavorful sandwich that comes together fast.
5. Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Parmesan gives you breaded chicken, homemade marinara, and melty cheese in a comforting, restaurant‑quality dinner.
6. Black Pepper Chicken
Black Pepper Chicken combines juicy chicken with bell peppers and a peppery sauce, served over rice.
7. Crispy BBQ Chicken Wraps
Crispy BBQ Chicken Wraps combine shredded chicken, cheese, and BBQ sauce in a toasted wrap.
8. Thai Chicken Pizza
With peanut sauce, chicken, and colorful veggies, Thai Chicken Pizza is a fun way to change up your pizza routine.
9. Hawaiian Bowls
Hawaiian Bowls layer coconut rice, veggies, pineapple, and grilled teriyaki chicken for a balanced bowl meal.
10. Lemon Chicken Pasta
Lemon Chicken Pasta is a skillet meal with garlic, lemon, and chicken for a bright but simple dinner.
11. Garlic Chicken
Garlic Chicken bakes with whole garlic cloves that turn soft and sweet, making the perfect pan sauce for mashed potatoes or bread.
12. Chicken Noodle Soup
Take the time to make Chicken Noodle Soup from scratch, and you'll never be able to make it another way again! Also, try our Chicken and Wild Rice Soup.
13. Kung Pao Chicken
Kung Pao Chicken mixes tender chicken, peanuts, and vegetables in a sweet‑and‑spicy sauce, served over rice.
14. Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala brings together warming spices, tomato, and Indian flavor in a straightforward recipe. Also, try our Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala and homemade Pita bread.
15. Honey Mustard Chicken
Honey Mustard Chicken bakes in a tangy, sweet sauce alongside vegetables on one sheet pan.
16. Harvest Bowls
Harvest Bowls combine grilled chicken, roasted veggies, and coconut rice drizzled with a sweet curry sauce for a balanced bowl dinner.
17. Chicken and Dumplings
Chicken and Dumplings is a creamy, veggie-packed soup with soft, homemade dumplings that make it a cold-weather favorite.
18. Chicken Tetrazzini
This delicious Chicken Tetrazzini recipe is the epitome of comfort food, made easily from scratch, and a meal that will please the pickiest eaters.
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