Explore 25 Chicken Dinner Recipes for 2024 | Simple & Savory

Chicken dinners are a staple in my household, and I can comfortably say that they never disappoint. The possibilities are endless when it comes to creating mouth-watering chicken dishes that keep everyone at the table happy. Whether you’re looking for something quick and easy, or you’re ready to tackle a more complex recipe, chicken is the go-to protein for any occasion.

I’ve gathered 25 chicken dinner recipes that are sure to make your meal planning a breeze and keep your taste buds singing. From classic comfort foods to innovative and flavorful dishes, these recipes have been my go-to solutions for years. So, let's dive into these delicious chicken dinner ideas and get cooking!

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1. Garlic Butter Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 stick butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. In a skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic.
3. Cook the chicken in the garlic butter over medium heat for about 6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
4. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

2. Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken
• 2 lemons, sliced
• Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Rub the chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper inside and out.
3. Stuff the cavity with lemon slices, rosemary, thyme, and garlic.
4. Roast for 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.

3. Honey Mustard Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and coat with the honey mustard mixture.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

4. Chicken Alfredo

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 jar Alfredo sauce
• 1 lb fettuccine
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions.
2. In a skillet, cook the chicken slices in olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
3. Add the Alfredo sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Toss the pasta with the sauce and chicken, then sprinkle with Parmesan.

5. BBQ Chicken Pizza

Ingredients:

• 1 pizza crust
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Red onion, sliced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Spread BBQ sauce over the pizza crust.
3. Top with shredded chicken, mozzarella, and red onion.
4. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

6. Chicken Teriyaki Bowls

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 cups cooked rice
• Steamed broccoli
• Sliced green onions

Instructions:

1. Cook diced chicken in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add teriyaki sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Serve chicken over steamed rice, with broccoli and green onions.

7. Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh spinach
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream.
3. Simmer until thickened, then add fresh spinach until wilted.
4. Return chicken to the skillet and coat it with the sauce.

8. Spicy Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1/2 cup hot sauce
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• Salt and pepper
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper.
2. Mix hot sauce and melted butter.
3. Coat tenders in the sauce and place on a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 15 minutes, then turn on the broiler for 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness.

Also Read: Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe

9. Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season and bread the chicken with breadcrumbs.
2. Fry in olive oil until golden brown, then transfer to a baking dish.
3. Cover with marinara sauce and cheeses.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

10. Lemon Garlic Grilled Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken with lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.
2. Grill over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side.

11. Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup enchilada sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• Tortillas
• 1/2 cup chopped onions

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce and chopped onions.
3. Fill tortillas with the mixture, roll up, and place in a baking dish.
4. Top with remaining enchilada sauce and cheese.
5. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.

12. Indian Butter Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup tomato puree
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken with yogurt, garam masala, and salt for 1 hour.
2. Cook chicken in butter over medium heat, then add tomato puree and cream.
3. Simmer for 10 minutes.

13. Chicken Caesar Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
• Caesar dressing
• Croutons
• Parmesan cheese, shaved

Instructions:

1. Toss chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing.
2. Top with sliced chicken, croutons, and shaved Parmesan cheese.

14. Chicken Marsala

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, pounded thin
• 1 cup Marsala wine
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tbsp butter
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Season and cook chicken in a skillet with olive oil until browned.
2. Remove chicken and add butter to the skillet. Cook mushrooms until soft.
3. Add Marsala wine and chicken broth, simmer until reduced.
4. Return chicken to the skillet to warm through.

15. Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• Stir-fry vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, carrots)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a wok or large skillet, cook chicken until done.
2. Add vegetables and cook until tender.
3. Stir in soy sauce and hoisin sauce, cook for an additional 2 minutes.

16. Greek Chicken Skewers

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh dill, chopped
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken in yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.
2. Skewer the chicken and grill over medium heat until fully cooked.

17. Chicken Curry

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• Salt

Instructions:

1. Cook onion, garlic, and ginger in a skillet until fragrant.
2. Add chicken, curry powder, and salt, cook until chicken is done.
3. Stir in coconut milk and simmer for 15 minutes.

18. Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
• Tortillas
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Cook chicken in olive oil with fajita seasoning until almost done.
2. Add bell pepper and onion, cook until softened.
3. Serve mixture in tortillas.

19. Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, etc.)
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 pre-made pie crust
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix chicken, vegetables, chicken broth, and milk in a bowl.
3. Place mixture in a pie dish and cover with pre-made pie crust.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

20. Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1/2 cup salsa
• Tortillas

Instructions:

1. Heat a tortilla in a skillet, add chicken, cheese, and salsa on one half.
2. Fold the tortilla and cook until crispy.

Also Read: Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

21. Chicken Tagine

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 1 can chickpeas
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Cook onion and garlic in a skillet until soft.
2. Add chicken, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is done.
3. Add chickpeas and simmer for 10 minutes.

22. Chicken Florentine

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Season and cook chicken in a skillet.
2. Add garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer until thickened.
3. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.

23. Chicken Satay

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Skewers

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken in soy sauce, peanut butter, lime juice, and garlic for 1 hour.
2. Skewer chicken and grill over medium heat until cooked through.

24. Caprese Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup mozzarella balls
• Fresh basil
• Balsamic glaze
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Cook chicken in a skillet with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Top with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

25. Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese
• 1/2 cup salsa

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix chicken, rice, cheese, and salsa in a bowl.
3. Fill bell pepper halves with the mixture and place in a baking dish.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until peppers are tender.