Christopher Michel has been the Senior Food and Gardens Editor at Country Living Magazine since March of 2021. Chris has over ten years of experience writing and editing for national magazines and websites, mostly in the food space, such as Cooking Light, The Kitchn, Rodale’s Organic Life, and Bon Appetit. Prior to that, Chris worked in a variety of food spaces in New York City. In 2022, Chris completed the Alabama Master Gardener’s Program hosted by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.  

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It's like having a plate of warm hugs.Get the recipe for Chicken Parmesan.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-parmesan-1635169026.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Fast Easy Chicken Marsala","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-2","description":"This elegant chicken breast recipe is good enough to impress on date night, easy enough to make on a weeknight, and tasty enough the family might lick their plates.Get the recipe for Chicken Marsala.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-marsala-1635169090.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Easiest-Ever Chicken Alfredo","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-3","description":"Switch up pasta night with this super-easy homemade sauce. 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But one thing is for sure: if you make this dish, they'll definitely feel well-cared for.Get the recipe for Marry Me Chicken.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/marry-me-chicken2-65b3f9451efb6.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":5,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Best Chicken Quesadillas","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-5","description":"Looking for an easy chicken recipe that only uses a few ingredients? We took this weeknight classic and found a few ways to make it even smarter.Get the recipe for Chicken Quesadillas.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-quesadilla-1652293669.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":6,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Classic Chicken Pot Pie","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-6","description":"It doesn't get much more classic than pot pie. It doesn't get much more delicious, either.Get the recipe for Classic Chicken Pot Pie.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-pot-pie-1652296096.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":7,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Best Classic White Chicken Chili","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-7","description":"This lighter take on standard chili is full of flavor—and a great way to use ground chicken!Get the recipe for White Chicken Chili.RELATED: 20 Inspiring Chili Recipes to Feed a Hungry Crowd","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-white-chicken-chili-1635168836.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":8,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Easy Weeknight Chicken and Dumplings","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-8","description":"This upgrade to your standard chicken soup is a country classic— and for good reason.Get the recipe for Chicken and Dumplings.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-dumplings-1635169171.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":9,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Homemade Chinese-Style Orange Chicken","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-9","description":"Get delivery-style chicken without the delivery fees—or wondering what's in it. (And still in 30 minutes!)Get the recipe for Homemade Chinese-Style Orange Chicken.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-orange-chicken-1635168913.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":10,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Crispy Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Rosemary","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-10","description":"Thighs are not only healthy, but they're delicious and a lot easier to make than breasts! Give this a try and the family will be asking you to make it again and again.Get the recipe for Crispy Chicken Thighs.RELATED: 70+ Super Delicious Dinner Recipes You Can Make In a Cast Iron Skillet","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-crispy-thighs-1635170165.png"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":11,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Weeknight Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-11","description":"Break out this casserole bake the next time you want to give your leftover rotisserie chicken a cheesy, spicy upgrade.Get the recipe for Weeknight Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-enchiladas-1635169227.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":12,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-12","description":"You'll want at least a day to let this Sunday dinner chicken marinate, but the planning pays off with a meal that can't be beat.Get the recipe for Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-chicken-with-tarragon-1652298123.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":13,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Swedish Meatballs with Chicken","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-13","description":"We've remade this classic crowd-pleaser into a healthy dinner that gets to the table in less than half an hour!Get the recipe for Swedish Meatballs with Chicken.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-swedish-meatballs-with-chicken-1652301028.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":14,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Strawberry-Cabernet Barbecue Sauce","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-14","description":"Okay, so technically this is just a recipe for the sauce. But any sauce that makes chicken taste this good deserves to be on the list.Get the recipe for Strawberry-Cabernet Barbecue Sauce.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-strawberry-cabernet-bbq-1652296316.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":15,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Chicken and Black Bean Nachos","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-15","description":"Fire up the grill to make this foil pack recipe. Not only can you eat it just about anywhere, but there's also no dish-washing needed for this dinner. Now that's a winner!Get the recipe for Chicken and Black Bean Nachos.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-nachos-1635173365.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":16,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Rotisserie Chicken and Potato Chowder","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-16","description":"This hearty soup will keep you full long after you've savored the final spoonful. The addition of crisp bacon is a delicious addition to the classic meat and potatoes combo.Get the recipe for Rotisserie Chicken and Potato Chowder.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-rotisserie-chowder-1635169670.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":17,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Classic Buffalo Chicken Dip","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-17","description":"This ridiculously tasty dip takes is also simple and takes just 20 minutes to make. Bonus: you can build a whole snack dinner around it!Get the recipe for Buffalo Chicken Dip.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-buffalo-dip-1635169402.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":18,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Tex-Mex Chicken Meatballs","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-18","description":"Keep a pack of ground chicken handy and whip up these easy, flavorful meatballs!Get the recipe for Tex-Mex Chicken Meatballs.RELATED: 50 Delicious New Ways to Have Meatballs for Dinner","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-tex-mex-chicken-meatballs-1652296442.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":19,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Ground Chicken Pad Thai","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-19","description":"Doesn't Thai food for dinner sound great?Get the recipe for Ground Chicken Pad Thai.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-chicken-pad-thai-1652301107.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":20,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Cornflake-Crusted Baked Chicken ","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-20","description":"This baked version of the fried comfort food classic offers all the crunch you want thanks to flaky cereal. But it's so tasty that it's sure to become a new family favorite!Get the recipe for Cornflake-Crusted Baked Chicken .","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-air-fryer-fried-1635170237.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":21,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Ground Chicken Tacos","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-21","description":"Ground chicken turns taco night into a healthier meal, without losing flavor!Get the recipe for Ground Chicken Tacos. ","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-ground-chicken-tacos-1652297967.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":22,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Stovetop Chicken Pot Pie","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-22","description":"Pop frozen store-bought biscuits in the oven and voila! Instant chicken pot-pie \"crust.\"Get the recipe for Stovetop Chicken Pot Pie.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-pot-pie-1635174407.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":23,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Ground Chicken Noodle Casserole","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-23","description":"Tip: you can pre-make this veggie-packed kid-friendly casserole, then just wrap it and put it in the freezer for a night when future-you doesn't want to make dinner.Get the recipe for Ground Chicken Noodle Casserole.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-chicken-noodle-casserole-1652301186.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":24,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Meatballs","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-24","description":"This tasty, 25-minute meal is like your favorite takeout dish, but in meatball form.Get the recipe for Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Meatballs.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-sweet-and-sour-chicken-meatballs-1652300792.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":25,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Blackberry-Glazed Chicken","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-25","description":"Cover your grilled chicken in this sweet blackberry glaze for a fruity spin on a weeknight staple.Get the recipe for Blackberry-Glazed Chicken.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-blackbery-glazed-1635172299.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":26,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-26","description":"This hearty soup is a Mexican-inspired favorite, made easy.Get the recipe for Chicken Tortilla Soup.RELATED: 20 Best Chicken Soup Recipes That'll Please the Whole Fam","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-tortilla-soup-1635175102.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":27,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Chicken Meatloaf","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-27","description":"This lighter take on the dinner classic is absolutely full of flavor! Get the recipe for Chicken Meatloaf.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-chicken-meatloaf-1652301432.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":28,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Chicken Thighs with White Beans and Escarole","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-28","description":"Looking for a healthy dinner that's also yummy and easy to make? This one-pan dinner has it all. Put it in your regular recipe rotation.Get the recipe for Chicken Thighs with White Beans and Escarole.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-thighs-white-beans-1635169758.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":29,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Roasted Parmesan Chicken and Tomatoes","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-29","description":"Parmesan and panko bring the crunch, while bursting Campari tomatoes bring the juice.Get the recipe for Parmesan Chicken and Tomatoes.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-roasted-parm-1635175056.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":30,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Chipotle Chicken Fajitas","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-30","description":"These spicy chicken fajitas take barely any time to make and require just one cast-iron skillet.Get the recipe for Chipotle Chicken Fajitas.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-fajitas-1635175005.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":31,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Tender, Crunchy Air Fryer Fried Chicken","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-31","description":"Prefer your chicken on the crunchier side? An air fryer is still the way the go! With an easy cornflake coating this recipe is satisfying and fast. Don't have an air fryer? See the next slide.Get the recipe for Air Fryer Fried Chicken.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-air-fryer-cornflake-1673031055.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":32,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Chicken Kiev Meatballs","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-32","description":"Classic Chicken Kiev is flavorful and delicious, even though it's a bit of a process. We turned it into a much easier — and fun — 15-minute meatball!Get the recipe for Chicken Kiev Meatballs.RELATED: 50 Delicious New Ways to Have Meatballs for Dinner","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-chicken-kiev-meatballs-1652301595.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":33,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Ginger Garlic Chicken Ramen","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-33","description":"Forget the packaged stuff and whip up this ramen noodle recipe from scratch.Get the recipe for Ginger Garlic Chicken Ramen. RELATED: 40+ Healthy Soup Recipes That Make Weeknight Dinners a Breeze","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-ramen-1527113996.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":34,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Incredibly Tender Air Fryer Chicken","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-34","description":"Consider this your base recipe for ultimate weeknight ease. Dress it with your favorite herbs and spices, and pair it with your favorite side dishes.Get the recipe for Air Fryer Chicken.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-air-fryer-chicken-1635170197.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":35,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Roasted Chicken with Tomatoes and Fennel ","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-35","description":"A one-pan wonder that's delicious and beautiful to boot! Crunchy croutons add texture, and fresh vegetables like fennel, tomatoes, and kale round out the meal.Get the recipe for Roasted Chicken with Tomatoes and Fennel .","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-roasted-fennel-1635169715.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":36,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Blue Cheese-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Meatballs","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-36","description":"Want a chicken dinner that's also indulgent? How about stuffed, Buffalo-wing meatballs? Get the recipe for Blue Cheese-Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Meatballs.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-stuffed-buffalo-chicken-meatballs-1652301732.jpeg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":37,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Italian Potato Wedge Nachos","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-37","description":"Move over tortilla chips, potato wedges and chicken are the new go-to nacho base.Get the recipe for Italian Potato Wedge Nachos.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-potato-nachos-1635174965.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":38,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Lemony Chicken Thighs","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-38","description":"This simple marinade of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and oregano makes these chicken thighs taste ethereal. Get the recipe for Lemony Chicken Thighs.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-lemon-thighs-1635169601.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":39,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Marinated Chicken and Onion Kebabs","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-39","description":"Inspired by the flavors of Indian Tandoori cooking, serve these spiced chicken and onion kebabs rolled up in naan or flatbread drizzled with a cucumber and cilantro yogurt sauce. Get the recipe for Chicken and Onion Kebabs. 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A fresh cabbage slaw adds a nice crunch.Get the recipe for Gingery Slow Cooker Chicken.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-gingery-slow-cooker-1635172122.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":42,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Updated Chicken Salad","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-42","description":"So long, bland chicken salad. Loads of fresh herbs and briny dill pickles make for a classic chicken bursting with flavor. Get the recipe for Updated Chicken Salad.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-chicken-salad-1635171359.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":43,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Spiced Chicken Flatbreads","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-43","description":"What could be finer than a warm flatbread filled with delicious chicken, hummus, pomegranate, and feta? Not much.Get the recipe for Spiced Chicken Flatbreads.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-flatbread-1635171553.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":44,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Air Fryer Chicken Wings","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-44","description":"Looking for a weeknight friendly wings recipe without the mess and fat of frying? This recipe alone is worth getting an air fryer for.Get the recipe forAir Fryer Chicken Wings.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-air-fried-wings-1635170551.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":45,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Thai-Style Chicken Salad","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-45","description":"The combination of ingredients (savory fish sauce, bright lime juice, sweet honey, and spicy radishes) makes this chicken salad a real standout.Get the recipe for Thai-Style Chicken Salad.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-thai-salad-1635171716.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":46,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Salsa Verde Enchilada Pie","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-46","description":"Winner, winner, chicken dinner! We guarantee that the whole family with love this super easy chicken, salsa, and tortilla bake. It's so tasty, they'll think you worked on it for days! Get the recipe for Salsa Verde Enchilada Pie.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-verde-enchilada-1635171850.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":47,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Pesto Chicken Salad","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-47","description":"This super savory chicken salad simply gets tossed with store-bought pesto, toasted pine nuts, and a little fresh lemon. It's easy and so delicious!Get the recipe for Pesto Chicken Salad.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-pesto-salad-1635171974.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":48,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Mediterranean Chicken Salad ","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-48","description":"Tangy olives, red wine vinegar, and fresh parsley give this chicken salad a modern twist.Get the recipe for Mediterranean Chicken Salad.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-mediterranean-salad-1635172025.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":49,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Curry Chicken Salad ","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-49","description":"Toss poached chicken with a dollop of mayo, curry powder, sweet golden raisins, and cilantro for a colorful take on the classic.Get the recipe for Curry Chicken Salad.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-curry-salad-1635172185.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":50,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"BBQ Chicken Grits Pizza","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-50","description":"The base of this homemade pie is made from stone-ground grits. It makes for a crispy crust that can hold all your tasty toppings.Get the recipe for BBQ Chicken Grits Pizza.","image":"https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/chicken-recipes-bbq-pizza-1635173858.jpg"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":51,"item":{"@type":"Thing","name":"Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Asparagus","url":"https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/g680/chicken-recipes-0109/#slide-51","description":"A dollop—or heaping—of chili-garlic sauce brings the heat to this chicken dinner idea. If you don't like a lot of spice, don't worry—the mix is served on the side. 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77 Best Chicken Dinner Recipes to Add to Your Weeknight Rotation

If chicken is starting to sound boring, you just need a recipe refresh.

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Buy a couple packs of chicken to throw in the fridge for a weeknight dinner, and it's a double-edged sword. On the one hand, chicken is easy to cook. On other, you may worry your family will roll their eyes with boredom.

Not anymore. We've been working overtime to fill out this list with the easiest, simplest, most delicious-est (that's not a word but who cares) chicken dinner ideas, so that you can whip up a weeknight meal after work, often in mere minutes, and hear nothing but "Wow! This is good!" and "Can we have that again?"

Whether you've got ground chicken, chicken breasts, chicken thighs, or even a whole bird in the fridge, there's an idea—or ten—on this list. So start scrolling and rest easy. No one's going hungry tonight.

1

Crispy, Delicious Chicken Parmesan

crispy, delicious chicken parmesan
Ian Palmer

Is there a more comforting chicken recipe for dinner? It's like having a plate of warm hugs.

Get the recipe for Chicken Parmesan.

2

Fast Easy Chicken Marsala

fast easy chicken marsala
Ian Palmer

This elegant chicken breast recipe is good enough to impress on date night, easy enough to make on a weeknight, and tasty enough the family might lick their plates.

Get the recipe for Chicken Marsala.

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3

Easiest-Ever Chicken Alfredo

easiest ever chicken alfredo
Ian Palmer

Switch up pasta night with this super-easy homemade sauce.

Get the recipe for Chicken Alfredo.


RELATED: 60 Easy Pasta Recipes for Quick, Comforting Weeknight Meals

4

Marry Me Chicken

crispy chicken in a pan with a buttery sauce, and bread on a cutting board near by
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Will the creamy chicken dish cause your partner to declare their undying love and/or immediately drop to one knee and propose? Who can say? But one thing is for sure: if you make this dish, they'll definitely feel well-cared for.

Get the recipe for Marry Me Chicken.

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5

Best Chicken Quesadillas

best chicken quesadillas
Ian Palmer

Looking for an easy chicken recipe that only uses a few ingredients? We took this weeknight classic and found a few ways to make it even smarter.

Get the recipe for Chicken Quesadillas.

6

Classic Chicken Pot Pie

classic chicken pot pie in a round cast iron baking dish
Becky Luigart-Stayner

It doesn't get much more classic than pot pie. It doesn't get much more delicious, either.

Get the recipe for Classic Chicken Pot Pie.

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7

Best Classic White Chicken Chili

best classic white chicken chili
Ian Palmer

This lighter take on standard chili is full of flavor—and a great way to use ground chicken!

Get the recipe for White Chicken Chili.



RELATED: 20 Inspiring Chili Recipes to Feed a Hungry Crowd

8

Easy Weeknight Chicken and Dumplings

easy weeknight chicken and dumplings
Ian Palmer

This upgrade to your standard chicken soup is a country classic— and for good reason.

Get the recipe for Chicken and Dumplings.

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9

Homemade Chinese-Style Orange Chicken

homemade chinesestyle orange chicken
Ian Palmer

Get delivery-style chicken without the delivery fees—or wondering what's in it. (And still in 30 minutes!)

Get the recipe for Homemade Chinese-Style Orange Chicken.

10

Crispy Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Rosemary

crispy chicken thighs with garlic and rosemary
Brian Woodcock

Thighs are not only healthy, but they're delicious and a lot easier to make than breasts! Give this a try and the family will be asking you to make it again and again.

Get the recipe for Crispy Chicken Thighs.


RELATED: 70+ Super Delicious Dinner Recipes You Can Make In a Cast Iron Skillet

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11

Weeknight Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas

weeknight texmex chicken enchiladas
Ian Palmer

Break out this casserole bake the next time you want to give your leftover rotisserie chicken a cheesy, spicy upgrade.

Get the recipe for Weeknight Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas.

12

Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel

roast chicken with tarragon braised fennel
Becky Luigart-Stayner

You'll want at least a day to let this Sunday dinner chicken marinate, but the planning pays off with a meal that can't be beat.

Get the recipe for Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel.

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13

Swedish Meatballs with Chicken

swedish meatballs with chicken
Ian Palmer

We've remade this classic crowd-pleaser into a healthy dinner that gets to the table in less than half an hour!

Get the recipe for Swedish Meatballs with Chicken.

14

Strawberry-Cabernet Barbecue Sauce

strawberrycabernet barbecue sauce
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Okay, so technically this is just a recipe for the sauce. But any sauce that makes chicken taste this good deserves to be on the list.

Get the recipe for Strawberry-Cabernet Barbecue Sauce.

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15

Chicken and Black Bean Nachos

chicken and black bean nachos
Brian Woodcock

Fire up the grill to make this foil pack recipe. Not only can you eat it just about anywhere, but there's also no dish-washing needed for this dinner. Now that's a winner!

Get the recipe for Chicken and Black Bean Nachos.

16

Rotisserie Chicken and Potato Chowder

rotisserie chicken and potato chowder
Brian Woodcock

This hearty soup will keep you full long after you've savored the final spoonful. The addition of crisp bacon is a delicious addition to the classic meat and potatoes combo.

Get the recipe for Rotisserie Chicken and Potato Chowder.

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17

Classic Buffalo Chicken Dip

classic buffalo chicken dip
Ian Palmer

This ridiculously tasty dip takes is also simple and takes just 20 minutes to make. Bonus: you can build a whole snack dinner around it!

Get the recipe for Buffalo Chicken Dip.

18

Tex-Mex Chicken Meatballs

tex mex chicken meatballs
Ian Palmer

Keep a pack of ground chicken handy and whip up these easy, flavorful meatballs!

Get the recipe for Tex-Mex Chicken Meatballs.



RELATED: 50 Delicious New Ways to Have Meatballs for Dinner

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19

Ground Chicken Pad Thai

ground chicken pad thai
Ian Palmer

Doesn't Thai food for dinner sound great?

Get the recipe for Ground Chicken Pad Thai.

20

Cornflake-Crusted Baked Chicken

tender, crunchy air fryer fried chicken
Brian Woodcock

This baked version of the fried comfort food classic offers all the crunch you want thanks to flaky cereal. But it's so tasty that it's sure to become a new family favorite!

Get the recipe for Cornflake-Crusted Baked Chicken .

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