But I know I don’t make it as often as I should, because of the effort and the prep. This recipe streamlines it all into one skillet and uses a premade piecrust, so you can eat chicken pot pie every day of the week if you like. No matter your starting point — shredded chicken, rotisserie chicken, or anything in between — it’s easy to whip up something creative and tasty. Creamy, cheesy and freckled with peppers and mushrooms, this pasta casserole is a standout. These yummy enchiladas are baked uncovered so the edges crisp in the oven while the cheese gets gooey.
- As the seasoned chicken cooks on the grill, the beer evaporates, infusing the meat with rich, aromatic flavor.
- If you have enough for leftovers, they’ll be delicious the next day too.
- The runny yolk really brings it all together into one cohesive dish.
Comforting Chicken A La King
In addition to chicken, toss in whatever protein you have on hand — from chorizo to shellfish. If you’re hosting a tailgate and there isn’t Buffalo chicken dip, no offense, but I don’t want to come. It’s all the best parts of wings without any of the mess, and there’s cheese on top! The whole bird gets coated in tandoori-seasoned yogurt and then roasted until the skin is nice and crispy. This delicious soup is packed with hearty flavors that will fuel your soul. Top it off with avocado and tortilla chips for the full experience.
Bookmark this avocado salsa, which is made with diced avos, tomato, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. It’s almost like a chunky guacamole, and it instantly upgrades whatever you’re cooking. Paella may seem like an intimidating meal to make from scratch, but you can make it entirely in one skillet.
A tasty, creamy sauce cooks right in the pan with minced celery and mushrooms. I make the chicken tikka in the air fryer for that charred, smoky flavour without much effort. But if you don’t have one, you can use a grill or tawa too.
Tender, juicy chicken thighs in a rich and creamy sun-dried tomato sauce with herbs. Whether served over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread, this delectable dish transforms a simple chicken meal into a gourmet treat. A twist on traditional chili, this spicy chili delivers the flavors of your favorite buffalo chicken (and dipping sauce). Both cream cheese and bleu cheese thicken the soup and add a welcome savory tartness that balances the heat. Chicken a la king is a vintage recipe that deserves a comeback!
- But if you’re not and you’re intimidated by the amount, don’t be — the garlic cooks gently in the sauce and gets sweet and melty and wonderful.
- This sweet, saucy chicken will appeal to the whole family.
- While this is the perfect recipe for anyone with a spiralizer, you can also create this simple chicken dinner with a plain vegetable peeler too.
Roasted Tandoori Chicken
Cover and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight if possible. Chicken tikka masala has to be one of the most loved curries, both in restaurants and at home. I generally marinate a large batch of chicken tikka, which is a favourite appetizer at home. The extra ones are thrown into a delicious curry for a tasty chicken main.
Sausage & Vegetable Skillet Dinner
Serve delightful chicken tikka masala hot with naan, roti, or rice. If you do not have an air fryer, heat a grill pan or skillet and drizzle some ghee/oil. Place the chicken pieces in one layer and cook on medium-high heat for about 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally, till they are cooked through and golden. Chicken Parmesan meets lasagna in this cheesy, tomato-y pasta bake. Unlike lasagna, there’s no laborious layering of noodles and sauce.
Fall flavors like molasses and cinnamon jazz up jarred barbecue sauce, while canned pumpkin adds creamy texture and plenty of flavor to grits. One of our best quick dinner recipes, these chicken fajitas can be on your table even on the busiest weeknight. Prep the marinade in the morning so the chicken has plenty of time to absorb the flavor. You can also slice all the veggies and keep them in the fridge until ready to cook. Need a meal for a busy weeknight or last-minute potluck?
Want to make this creamy pasta dish even easier? Substitute the simple homemade sauce for a jar of store-bought sauce. Alfredo sauce makes any vegetable taste superb, so get creative and add any side veggies you like. Inspired by our favorite Chinese restaurant dinner, this flavorful chicken pasta dish is a fantastic vehicle for veggies. Even fussy kids will eat snow peas, sliced carrots or baby corn served in the delicious sauce. A celebration of summer vegetables, this pasta recipe is extremely flexible.
Smothered Chicken Breasts
Cooking tikka masala on the stove top can require lots of hands-on stirring, but this slow cooker version minimizes most of the effort. Save yourself the busy work required by the stove-top version of this recipe, and make it in the slow cooker instead. It only requires about 10 minutes prep, and the result is absolutely worth it. You can make restaurant-quality curry at home with just a handful of flavorful ingredients. This Thai-inspired chicken calls for red curry paste, yellow curry powder, coconut milk, lime juice, and fish sauce. Everybody loves chicken pot pie, I’m pretty sure.
The magic is in the prep work with this stir fry. Once you get all your veggies in the pan, it cooks in a flash, and it is completely delicious. Colorful veggies, juicy chicken, and noodles make this a perfect medley of flavors. Add teriyaki sauce, and you’ve got yourself a dynamite weeknight chicken meal. Inspired by the flavors of deviled eggs, this chicken dinner has such a delicious sauce you may want to double the recipe. The sauce tastes great with roasted vegetables too.
You can have food on the table in just 40 minutes (or even faster if you opt to use your Instant Pot instead of the oven.) Serve the ginger soy chicken over rice for best results. Now you can make hibachi chicken right from the comfort of your own home. Since you can cook both the fried rice and chicken at the same time, the process is fast, so you can eat your hibachi meal after just 35 minutes of cooking. Cooking a whole chicken on a beer can is a great way to make something delicious while having fun.
Just layer on your favorite toppings and pop the sheet pan in the oven until the cheese is melted. You’ll want to marinate the chicken in the marinade of yogurt, lime, ginger, garam masala, and lots of spices for at least 30 minutes or as long as overnight. Then, just spread it on a baking sheet and pop it in the oven. This dish is baked chicken covered with caramelized onions and cheesy French onion soup, and you’re going to want to make it on repeat. Now add the cooked chicken tikka pieces and and mix well.
Simple flavors pack a punch in this impossibly speedy skillet supper. Use your favorite chicken sausage, whether it’s sweet or hot. Since potatoes and corn both cook in the skillet, there’s no real need for a side, but serve a green salad if you like. The strawberry balsamic complements the taste of the roasted golden-brown chicken, onions and potatoes.
Tandoori Chicken Recipe (Smoky Restaurant Style)
If you have enough for leftovers, they’ll be delicious the next day too. Shred or slice the leftovers and serve in tacos with beans, tortillas, sour cream and your favorite taco fillings. Using biscuits for the crust instead of puff pastry makes this the ultimate comfort food. This Italian classic is made with chicken breasts, onion, peppers, and mushrooms in a rustic and slightly spicy tomato and white wine broth.
Try one of these delicious and easy chicken dinner ideas. This creamy and spicy recipe tastes like baked chicken and jalapeño poppers combined into one decadent dish. It might look complicated, but this sheet pan dinner is actually deceptively simple.
The chicken, sausage, and creamy, spicy sauce are truly a marriage made in heaven. Do pay attention to your sausage, though — if it ends up rendering out a ton of fat, drain off a bit so the sauce ends up creamy and silky instead of just oily. You can line the pan with foil or parchment paper first for much easier cleanup with this simple sheet pan recipe.
This Moroccan spice rub made with olive oil, garlic, butter, and lots of spices turns ordinary roast chicken into something special. You can make this stir-fry with pretty much whatever vegetables you have on hand. For a low-carb addition, serve it on top of cauliflower rice. Take your instant ramen noodles and turn them into an exciting stir-fry with boneless chicken breasts, cashews, and whatever veggies you have on hand.
The recipe calls for a simple homemade green chile enchilada sauce, but you can substitute your favorite store-bought sauce. This dump dinner makes the slow cooker do all the work! Pour the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner will be ready at the end of the chicken road game work day. This comforting casserole is the perfect food to make ahead and keep in the freezer.
This white wine and caper sauce is super versatile. You can serve it over pasta, but it also goes great with roasted potatoes, basically any sautéed veggie, or even a salad and a side of bread. Transport yourself to a cozy Parisian bistro with the help of this French recipe. This is a dream dinner for when the calendar says it’s fall, but the weather isn’t cooperating.
