39 Easy Chicken Recipes for Stress-Free Weekday Dinners
We know how busy your weekdays can get, so we’ve put together a collection of easy chicken recipes to help simplify your dinner routine. These meals are designed to minimize your time in the kitchen while still delivering great flavors that everyone at the table will enjoy.
Easy Crockpot Chicken And Rice
Try this Crockpot Chicken and Rice Recipe! It’s packed with tender chicken, flavorful rice, and veggies, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!
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Easy Crockpot Crack Chicken
Indulge in this Crockpot Crack Chicken recipe, featuring tender chicken, creamy Ranch, crispy bacon, and melted Cheddar. A delightful, family-friendly meal awaits!
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Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole in the Slow Cooker
Try our Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole for a delicious dinner that everyone will love. Prep takes just 15 minutes, and your slow cooker will do the rest.
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Set It and Forget It Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
These Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are a perfect weeknight dinner. We combine juicy chicken, colorful peppers, and a zesty seasoning mix. Just set it and forget it!
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Easy Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Parmesan has been a restaurant favorite for years. Learn how easy it is to make Chicken Parmesan at home.
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Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
Discover a comforting and hassle-free meal with our Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti recipe. Perfect for a quick comfort food dinner the entire will love.
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Chicken And Rice Casserole
Chicken and Rice Casserole is a delicious and comforting one-dish meal with chicken, rice, and veggies in a creamy sauce.
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Chipotle Chicken Wrap
This Chipotle Chicken Wrap recipe is easy to make and tastes like you’re eating at a restaurant! It’s perfect for a quick and healthy lunch.
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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Discover how to make an easy, delicious Chicken Pot Pie Casserole, a hearty meal sure to become a family favorite.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
This creamy, cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a perfect weeknight dinner recipe. It’s loaded with chicken and bacon and topped with cheese.
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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
Indulge in this comforting and delicious chicken noodle soup recipe made in a Dutch oven. Perfect comfort food for any occasion.
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Easy Crock Pot Chicken And Stuffing
Indulge in comfort with this Chicken and Stuffing Crock Pot Casserole recipe. Layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and savory stuffing await! Easy, delicious, and satisfying.
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Chicken Paprika
Chicken Paprika is an easy, hearty chicken dish full of sweet, peppery, and bold flavors that you will not get enough of.
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Chicken In A Hurry
Chicken in a Hurry – the name says it all. This is the perfect chicken dish for a busy weeknight, but good enough for a fancy weekend meal. Sweet and tangy, super easy and inexpensive!
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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Our Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is the perfect dish for a cozy night in. This creamy, cheesy chicken casserole, topped with a buttery crunch, is easy to prepare and sure to please.
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Marry Me Chicken
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our easy Mary Me Chicken recipe! Perfect for a romantic dinner that could end up with an “I DO.”
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Easy Sesame Chicken Recipe
Try our savory Sesame Chicken recipe for a comforting and flavorful meal. Prepare it easily and enjoy the taste at home.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken
Enjoy our flavorful, easy Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken with this easy recipe. Perfectly ai fried, juicy chicken tossed in a sweet and savory sauce.
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Creamy Cast Iron Chicken Thighs
Enjoy the simplicity and flavor of Creamy Cast Iron Chicken Thighs. This recipe delivers crispy skin, juicy meat, and a rich, creamy sauce.
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Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms in the Crock Pot
Discover a mouthwatering slow cooker recipe for creamy chicken and mushrooms that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken
Try this delicious Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken recipe that is perfect for busy nights. It’s quick, flavorful, and easy to make.
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Chicken Sausage Pasta
Indulge in our flavorful Chicken Sausage Pasta recipe, a simple and satisfying one-pan dish perfect for any occasion.
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Honey Garlic Chicken
Throw out the takeout menu and whip up our delicious Honey Garlic Chicken recipe. Perfect for anyone looking for a flavorful and hassle-free meal.
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Chicken Pot Pie Soup With Biscuit Topping
For me, no matter what season it is, it is essential to have a hearty meal prepared to warm your belly and put a grin on your face. The heart-shaped biscuit topping is an extra special addition to this tasty recipe.
This deliciously creamy chicken pot pie soup with biscuits on top is one of my favorite soup recipes – and if you’re thinking, “How the heck does a pie become a soup,” you’ll definitely want to keep reading this comfort food recipe!
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Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets
Craving crispy, juicy chicken cutlets? This easy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets recipe delivers in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Chicken Cacciatore With Pasta
Chicken Cacciatore is simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce with mushrooms and peppers. This traditional dish makes a delightful dinner perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
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Chicken Schnitzel
Chicken Schnitzel is an easy twist on a classic German Schnitzel recipe. It’s got crispy on the outside and juicy chicken on the inside.
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Hawaiian Chicken
Get a taste of the tropics with this easy Hawaiian Chicken recipe. It’s a simple, delightful meal that’s packed with flavor.
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Cajun Chicken Pasta
Make One-Pan Cajun Chicken Pasta in just 30 minutes. It’s a quick, creamy, spicy dish with easy cleanup. Ideal for busy weeknights.
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Thai Red Chicken Curry
Make our flavorful Thai Red Curry Chicken recipe for a quick and tasty one-pan dinner that your whole family will enjoy. It’s both easy and delicious.
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Bacon BBQ Hasselback Chicken
Easy, flavorful BBQ Hasselback Chicken recipe with juicy chicken, tangy sauce, crispy bacon, and melted cheese.
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Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sliders
Discover the secret to delicious Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sliders. Juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. A family favorite.
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Try our mouthwatering buffalo chicken sliders recipe for a satisfying and easy-to-make meal. Perfect for foodies and anyone looking for a delicious option.
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Crack Chicken Noodle Soup
Enjoy our Crack Chicken Noodle Soup with chicken, cheese, bacon, and noodles. Perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Chicken Tacos Recipe
How to make chicken tacos! Delicious seasoned grilled chicken combined with traditional taco toppings such as cilantro relish, pico de gallo, and Cotija makes for an amazing dinner. This chicken taco recipe makes you feel like you’re having street tacos at home.
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Chicken Potato Soup
This is a simple, easy-to-make Chicken Potato Soup that will warm you to the core and get you cozy. It is a complete meal in a bowl.
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Chicken Salad
This Chicken Salad recipe will be your go-to side dish for something light yet deliciously creamy that can be made quickly.
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Chicken Scallopini
This chicken scallopini is breaded chicken cutlets that are cooked until golden brown, then coated in a creamy lemon and caper sauce. A classic restaurant-style dish that’s easy to make and is always a hit with kids and adults alike.
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Chicken Scallopini With Lemon Sauce
This garlic chicken scallopini with angel hair pasta is so delicious. If you’ve been looking for an easy chicken and pasta meal, you should definitely consider this one.
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Maike Corbett is the founder and food blogger of Cheerful Cook, a popular recipe website featuring comfort food recipes from the US and Germany. She has been featured in numerous media outlets, including the AP Wire and MSN.