You’ve got to try these 30 Easy Chicken Dinner Ideas! From addicting wings, to hearty soup, to perfect chicken carnitas tacos and more. Any one of these chicken recipes is sure to make dinner night at home one to remember.
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Why You’ll Love These Chicken Dinner Ideas
Here are some of the reasons why I’m such a big fan of making these chicken recipes, and we hope you agree.
- Affordable: Many chicken recipes can feed a crowd and be really affordable, especially if you hit the sales. Buy chicken in bulk at a club store if you can to really bring home the savings.
- Easy To Make: Many of these chicken recipes are easy to make and can be made ahead of time.
- From Everyday Meals to Parties and Holidays: These chicken dinner ideas can take you from every day dinner recipes to feeding a crowd at parties.
- Unique: No more boring “chicken tonight again” from the family. These recipes are sure to tantalize taste buds and keep them coming back for more.
Tips for Cooking Chicken
Here are a few tricks and tips for making amazing chicken every time.
- Buy a thermometer. For health reasons, you obviously don’t want to undercook chicken. But it gets dry quickly if you overcook it. Because of this, I’m a big fan of using a nice thermometer to make sure you cook your chicken to the right temperature.
- Don’t be scared of color. Getting some color on your chicken is a good thing. You’ll get a much more flavorful bird if you brown the meat a little bit.
- Buy a whole chicken. The cheapest way to buy chicken is by purchasing an entire bird. They’re surprisingly easy to break down, and you’ll be left with a carcass that you can use for soup or stock.
- Pull your chicken out of the fridge early. You don’t want to leave chicken at room temperature for very long, but it’s a great idea to pull it out of the refrigerator about 20 minutes before cooking it. If you bring it up to temperature a little bit, it will be less cold in the middle, and you’ll be able to cook the chicken thoroughly without it drying out as much.
Air Fryer General Tso’s Chicken
This lighter version of the classic take out dish will have you jumping for joy! Air Fryer General Tso’s Chicken has all the flavors you crave but without all the fat from frying!
Air Fryer Tacos
These Air Fryer Tacos are incredibly addicting! A super crispy, cheesy chicken taco that’s ready in just minutes in your air fryer.
Pasta Da Vinci
This Pasta Da Vinci recipe is creamy, rich, and hearty, with juicy chicken and succulent mushrooms. It’s a perfect replica of the popular Cheesecake Factory pasta dish!
Simple Roast Chicken
This easy roast chicken recipe is a staple at our house! Perfect for Sunday dinners and meal prepping during the week, and you can make a quick chicken stock with the bones when you’re done!
Chicken Francese
Tender chicken breasts simmered in an addicting lemon sauce with a splash of white wine! This is going to be your new go to chicken recipe!
Creamy Chicken Marsala
Creamy Chicken Marsala tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant! Everyone will love the tender chicken and deliciously creamy mushroom sauce that’s full of authentic Italian flavor.
Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos
These oven baked chicken nachos can be made for appetizers, dinner or on game day! Use your favorite toppings or set up a nacho topping bar for parties!
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Juicy, tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich white wine sauce make Creamy Tuscan Chicken a comforting dish full of bold Italian flavor. A delicious special occasion dinner or date night in!
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Cooked in a buttery sauce with parmesan cheese and sharp notes of garlic, these juicy and tender Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings really pack in the flavor. Their mild sauce pairs well with any dressing, but the deep, rich flavor profile and delightfully crispy skin of these wings make them great plain too.
Caramelized Onion Chicken Thighs
Our family loves these Creamy Caramelized Onion Chicken Thighs for dinner! Serve over rice, pasta or a side of fries, or just as is for a low carb dinner!
Bacon Ranch Chicken Crescent Rolls
These Bacon Ranch Chicken Crescent Rolls are as delicious for appetizers as they are for dinner! Cheesy, chicken and bacon filling tossed with creamy Ranch dressing!
Sticky Hoisin Chicken Wings
These Baked Sticky Hoisin Chicken Wings have a sticky, sweet sauce that coats every bite of chicken! The perfect wing recipe for appetizers or dinner!
Slow Cooker Chicken Carnitas
These Slow Cooker Chicken Carnitas are sure to be a favorite dinner at your house! Use this chicken for tacos or nachos or just serve over rice!
Sheet Pan Chicken Murphy
This Sheet Pan Chicken Murphy feeds a crowd! Italian sausage, chicken thighs, potatoes and peppers tossed in a homemade brown gravy!
Chicken Marsala Fettuccini Alfredo
This comforting pasta recipe tastes better than a meal from a restaurant! Grab a rotisserie chicken from the store to save some time!
Asian Chicken Marinade
This Asian Chicken Marinade is packed with big, bright, bold flavors! Use on chicken breasts or thighs, boneless or bone-in, whatever type of chicken you like. Marinate your chicken in the morning and you’ll have a quick and delicious dinner ready to go!
Sheet Pan Chicken and Asparagus
This Sheet Pan Chicken & Asparagus recipe is on the table in no time! Just marinate the chicken for a few hours and dinner is ready in 15-min.
Chicken and Broccoli Meatballs
Chicken and Broccoli Meatballs are a kid favorite dinner! These juicy, flavorful chicken meatballs can be enjoyed as is or served over rice!
Skillet Chicken Pot Pie
This delicious one Skillet Chicken Pot Pie uses store bought stuffing as a short cut! You can also use your leftover chicken or turkey to get this dinner on the table fast!
Upside Down Pineapple Chicken Thighs
A delicious chicken thigh recipe made with a sweet and spicy glaze. This one skillet dinner is not only easy but the flavor will blow you away!
Philly Cheesesteak Spaghetti Squash Casserole
This delicious, low carb spaghetti squash casserole is an easy dinner that everyone will love!
Thai Chicken Chili
Thai Chicken Chili is a twist on our favorite peanut chicken recipe. A ground chicken chili with Thai inspired flavors and a mild heat!
Nacho Chicken Wings
These Nacho Chicken Wings are baked with a tortilla crust and topped with all your favorite nacho toppings! A perfect appetizer recipe for your next party!
Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf Recipe
This easy Chicken Cordon Bleu Meatloaf Recipe has all the flavors of the classic Chicken Cordon Bleu in one delicious meatloaf. Layers of ham and Swiss cheese are tucked inside a juicy meatloaf recipe that can’t be beat!
Sesame Chicken Milanese
This delicious Sesame Chicken Milanese is a perfect light lunch or dinner! Start off with our crispy, parmesan chicken cutlets and top with crunchy greens!
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings
With a few cooking tips, these baked chicken wings taste just as crispy as if they were deep fried!
Chicken Corn Chowder
This hearty comfort food soup can be done in just 30 minutes! Grab a rotisserie chicken from the store or use up leftover chicken or turkey.
Grilled Chicken Nuggets
These Grilled Chicken Nuggets taste just like Chick Fil A grilled nuggets! Of course we all love their crispy nuggets, but if you’re looking for a low carb, healthy chicken recipe this one is it!
Hibachi Chicken
This authentic tasting Hibachi Chicken Recipe is so easy to make! Just about 15 minutes is all you need and a side of out Yum Yum Sauce to make a fun dinner night at home!
Hearty Chicken Cacciatore Soup
This warm and hearty soup recipe is made easy by grabbing a rotisserie chicken at the store! Top with grated parmesan cheese and serve with bread for dipping!
