17 Super Simple Recipes to Make with Chicken

Comforting Chicken & Gnocchi Dumplings

This is the perfect dinner when you’re craving chicken and dumplings, but not up to the task of making the traditional dish. Shredded chicken, store-bought gnocchi, and a mirepoix of vegetables in a creamy sauce are the heart and soul of this cozy recipe. Make this simple dinner in less than 30 minutes from start to finish.

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Thai Chicken Wraps

Everyone enjoys a wrap and these Thai chicken wraps are no exception. Loaded with fresh vegetables, grilled chicken, and a generous schmear of peanut sauce they’re a quick, healthy, and easy meal that can be prepared in less than 25 minutes. Make them for dinner or pack them up in your lunchbox for a tasty workday lunch.

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Strawberry Chicken Salad

Fresh strawberries, pineapple, avocado, and grilled chicken are served over crisp romaine and topped with pistachios, goat cheese, and a simple homemade poppy seed dressing. This salad bursts with the juicy, sweet flavors of summer! It’s an easy 30-minute meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and dreaming of summer.

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Southwest Chicken Rice Bowl

This is a 20-minute bowl of comfort. Chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, onion, green chiles, and corn are served over rice and topped with all the things that make our food souls sing (think avocado, sour cream, cilantro, a big squeeze of lime, and some grated cheddar). Simple, comforting, and tasty. Perfect for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner. Make it tonight!

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Chicken Piccata With Gnocchi

When a restaurant-style meal can be made in about 25 minutes at a fraction of the cost while also appeasing even the pickiest of the youngest eaters at the table what’s not to love?!

Thinly sliced chicken is dredged in seasoned flour and sautéed in a dreamy lemon butter pan sauce with wine and capers. Then add gnocchi to the mix for the ultimate tasty comfort food dinner. This simple recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight supper, an elegant date night dinner, or a fancy-feeling meal that’s sure to impress guests without requiring much time in the kitchen. Only 25 minutes from start to finish!

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Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta With Sun-Dried Tomatoes

We love this delicious, quick, and easy 30-minute gluten-free creamy pesto pasta topped with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan. We also love that it’s easily customizable to meet any family’s preferences. Don’t like chicken? No problem, leave it out! Love sun-dried tomatoes? Add more! Or add fresh chopped tomatoes in addition to sun-dried tomatoes for a flavorful party in your mouth. Do you like your pasta on the extra saucy side? Add more cream and pesto! Any way you customize it, it’s sure to be a favorite.

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Chicken Soup

Chicken soup is one of the most satisfying and versatile recipes one could make. It’s hearty, nourishing, and perfect for when you’re not feeling top-notch or when you just want to curl up with a comforting bowl of soup. Try this quick and easy chicken soup as is or switch it up by adding potatoes, noodles, or wild rice.

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Chicken Enchiladas

Picture this: tender rotisserie chicken, seasoned to perfection, tucked inside warm corn tortillas with black beans, a creamy, cheesy mixture of sour cream, cream cheese, and shredded Mexican cheese, and then smothered in a rich and zesty red enchilada sauce. Then sprinkle more cheese on top and let it bake to golden, gooey perfection. Finish it off with your favorite enchilada toppings: avocado, fresh cilantro, chopped green onions, and a splash of hot sauce.

Pre-shredded rotisserie chicken (thank you Costco!), pre-shredded cheese, and store-bought enchilada sauce will help get this meal on the table even more quickly.

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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

This grilled Vietnamese lemongrass chicken recipe is quick and easy to prepare, loaded with flavor from a simple lemongrass marinade, and grilled to perfection resulting in a delicious sweet and savory, juicy grilled chicken. This is a popular dish in Vietnamese restaurants and is commonly served with rice (or vermicelli noodles) and a side of sweet and tangy nuoc cham (Vietnamese dipping sauce).

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Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Wings With Buttermilk Firecracker Ranch

We love these air fryer chipotle chicken wings! Air-fried chicken wings offer a healthier option compared to deep frying as well as a quicker cooking method when compared to baking. These chicken wings are crispy and spicy on the outside and wonderfully moist and juicy inside. Pair these wings with their accompanying recipe for homemade firecracker ranch dressing to balance their spicy heat with a tangy creaminess that’s simply amazing.

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Honey Mustard Chicken

This honey mustard chicken is exactly what you need if you’re looking for a flavor-packed, one-pan dinner that can be made in just 30 minutes! The creamy honey mustard sauce is also a dream served over rice, potatoes, or roasted veggies.

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Chicken Ragu Pasta

This simple chicken ragu pasta may be easy to make and use everyday ingredients, but there’s nothing basic about its flavor. This yummy, savory, and quick-to-make dinner idea is bound to become a favorite family meal. This easy meal comes together in just 30 minutes.

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Greek Lemon Roasted Chicken

One of the easiest recipes in Mediterranean cuisine… Chicken Riganati, or Greek Lemon Roasted Chicken, is juicy and tender and requires just a handful of ingredients. Prepare it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. We love the flavors of lemon and oregano highlighted in this dish and the ease of putting it together.

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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

There’s no need for takeout when you can easily make this honey garlic chicken at home in the slow cooker. With its addicting honey garlic sauce and pineapple chunks throughout, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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Chicken Carbonara With Leek & Mushrooms

When you’re looking for something comforting and carb-y, nothing fits the bill like this delicious twist on an Italian classic. This chicken carbonara with subtly sweet leeks and sautéed mushrooms is an easy midweek meal that comes together in 20 minutes and is knock-out delicious!

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Romesco Chicken Tray Bake

Take your weeknight dinner to a new level with this delicious romesco chicken tray bake! It’s a simple recipe with all the magic in one tray, which means less mess, less washing up, and more time to enjoy dinner with loved ones. We love the beautiful simplicity of this one-pan meal.

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Honey Sriracha Chicken

We think you’ll love this super easy, 6-ingredient, sweet and spicy honey sriracha chicken that’s sweetened with a sticky honey sriracha sauce. Whether cooked over a grill or roasted in the oven, this chicken recipe is perfect for a crowd or a party. Serve with potato salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Grilling and oven-roasted instructions are included.

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