63 Delicious Chicken Recipes We Can’t Get Enough Of

Browse through our collection of easy chicken recipes, which are ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. They’re quick to whip up and burst with flavor and are the key to effortless and delicious dinners.

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million Dollar Chicken Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Crockpot Chicken Fajitas recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Chicken And Rice Casserole

Chicken and Rice casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Chicken and Rice Casserole is the perfect comfort food that is both delicious and easy to make. Juicy rotisserie chicken, fluffy rice, and veggies are baked to perfection with bubbly, golden cheese on top.

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Easy Crockpot Crack Chicken

Crock Pot Crack Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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 Slow Cooker Enchilada Casserole

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Try our Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole for a delicious dinner everyone will love. Prep takes just 15 minutes, and your slow cooker does the rest.

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Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti

Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Thai Red Chicken Curry

Red Thai Chicken Curry recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Easy Crock Pot Chicken And Stuffing

Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken

Easy Bang Bang Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Try this delicious Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken recipe perfect for busy nights. It’s quick, flavorful, and easy to make.

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Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Crack Chicken Noodle Recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Our Crack Chicken Noodle Soup is an easy and delicious dinner your whole family will love.

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Creamy Cast Iron Chicken Thighs

Cast Iron Chicken Thighs recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Cast Iron Chicken Thighs is a rich, creamy, flavorful dish that’s simple to prepare, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights. Perfectly baked chicken thighs are served with a rich and creamy garlic and lemon sauce.

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Easy Sesame Chicken Recipe

Sesame Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms in the Crock Pot

Crock Pot Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Easy Crockpot Chicken And Rice

Crockpot Chicken and Rice recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Dirty Rice With Chicken Sausage

Cajun Dirty Rice With Sausage recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Dirty Rice with Sausage is a one-pot wonder satisfying even the hungriest crowds. Ground beef, sausage, and a touch of Cajun seasoning combined in one pot for an easy, flavor-packed meal!

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This creamy, cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is a perfect weeknight dinner recipe. It’s loaded with chicken and bacon and topped with cheese.

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Easy Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets

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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 Potato Soup

Chicken Potato Soup recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Chicken Potato Soup is a go-to for a satisfying meal. Made with potatoes, chicken, and a creamy base, it’s a straightforward dish that delivers flavor and comfort.

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Chipotle Chicken Wrap

Chipotle Chicken Wrap recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Chipotle Chicken Wrap is a delicious and easy way to make a restaurant-style chicken wrap at home. This lunch-perfect wrap has chicken, tomato, and avocado with some spice from the chipotle mayonnaise!

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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken Noodle soup recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Indulge in this comforting and delicious chicken noodle soup recipe made in a Dutch oven. Perfect comfort food all year long.

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Cajun Chicken Pasta

A forkful of creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta.
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Our easy one-pan Cajun Chicken Pasta is a surefire crowd-pleaser that delivers spicy and creamy flavors in one simple pasta dish. Made with seasoned cajun chicken, satisfying penne pasta, and smooth cream cheese, this meal is simple to make yet delicious.

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Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sliders

Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sliders recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Discover the secret to delicious Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Sliders. Juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. A family favorite.

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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

Chicken Pot Pie Casserole rice.
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Welcome to a new spin on a classic! This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole combines the familiar taste of your favorite comfort meal with the ease of a casserole.

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Chicken Parmesan

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If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dinner the whole family will love, our Chicken Parmesan recipe is for you!

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Hawaiian Chicken

Hawaiian Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This quick and easy Hawaiian Chicken Dinner is perfect for busy weeknights when you’re looking to make something the entire family will love but that doesn’t take up a lot of time, energy, or ingredients.

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Chicken Stroganoff

Chicken Stroganoff recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This easy Chicken Stroganoff recipe has all the classic Stroganoff flavors you love but is lighter and easier to make.

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Easy German Chicken Schnitzel

Chicken Schnitzel recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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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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Chicken Sausage Pasta

Chicken Sausage Pasta recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Indulge in our flavorful Chicken Sausage Pasta recipe, a simple and satisfying one-pan dish perfect for any occasion.

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Chicken Salad

Chicken Salad recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Chicken Salad recipe will be your go-to side dish for something light yet deliciously creamy that can be done in a jiffy.

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Hasselback Chicken

BBQ Hasselback Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Our 4-ingredient Hasselback Chicken recipe is a quick, versatile, and delicious meal featuring stuffed chicken that tastes as impressive as it looks and is perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

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Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken Cacciatore recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Try this quick and easy Chicken Cacciatore with pasta and a slice of homemade bread for a warm and comforting meal!

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Buffalo Chicken Sliders

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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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Paprika Chicken

Paprika Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Tender and juicy chicken smothered in a rich and creamy paprika sauce served over tender egg noodles! Every bite is loaded with sweet, peppery, and zesty flavors.

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Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake recipe by xoxobella.
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Promising the best south-of-the-border flavors, this fiesta chicken pasta casserole bake is a nice homage to Mexico. Chicken, corn, and black beans pair with tomatoes, sour cream, and Mexican and Tex-Mex-inspired seasonings to make this perfect Mexican chicken casserole.

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Chicken Chili

Chicken Chili recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Chicken Chili recipe is a lighter version of the classic comfort food – Chili con Carne. Perfect comfort food that will make you crave for seconds.

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Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese

Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese served in a white bowl.
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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese puts a delicious spin on classic macaroni and cheese. It’s creamy, cheesy, mildly spicy, and also has a hint of smokiness.

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Chicken Meatloaf

Chicken Meatloaf recipe by Cheerful Cook.com
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Chicken Meatloaf is a great alternative to a traditional beef meatloaf. We combine moist ground chicken with a rich barbecue sauce topping. The added blend of spices and panko bread crumbs ensures a texture and flavor that’s downright irresistible.

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Roasted Lemon Chicken

Roasted lemon Chicken with Capers And Olives recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Roasted Lemon Chicken in Caper and Olive Butter Sauce is an incredibly flavorful and delicious chicken recipe.

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Frank’s Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Delicious! Effortless! Indulgent. Frank’s Buffalo Chicken Dip is easy to make and meets all the criteria to be a crowd-pleaser.

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20 Minute Savory Bacon, Onion And BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizzas

Bbq chicken pizza on a wooden cutting board.
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What’s for dinner tonight? If you’re still deciding, what about this wonderful BBQ chicken flatbread? This easy BBQ chicken pizza can be made in under 30 minutes, so it’s great for a busy weeknight supper.

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Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Thai chicken lettuce wraps on a plate with lime wedges.
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These Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps are packed with flavor and nutrition. It’s an easy gluten-free meal made in under 30 minutes with mostly pantry staples and a few fresh ingredients like ground chicken and fresh basil.

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Instant Pot Blackened Chicken Alfredo

A bowl of pasta in front of an instant pot.
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Fans of pasta, especially chicken alfredo lovers, will enjoy this Instant Pot blackened chicken alfredo. It’s an easy Instant Pot dinner that doesn’t take long to prepare or cook.

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Mandarin Chicken Recipe

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This Mandarin Chicken recipe tastes just like the star dish at your favorite Chinese restaurant. The chicken pieces are cooked in a sweet and sour mandarin orange sauce until golden brown.

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One Pot Chicken And Rice With Brussels Sprouts And Bacon

Roasted chicken with brussels sprouts and rice on a plate.
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Chicken and rice are staples in many easy weeknight dinner recipes. If you have these simple ingredients and you’re wondering what to make, consider this quick and simple one-pot meal with Brussels sprouts and bacon.

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Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Bacon wrapped chicken in a sauce on a plate.
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This bacon-wrapped chicken is chicken breasts seasoned with brown sugar and spices, then wrapped in bacon and baked until caramelized. It’s an easy chicken dinner with only 10 minutes of prep time.

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Chicken Francese

Chicken Francese recipe by Dinner At The Zoo.
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This chicken francese recipe is battered chicken breasts that are pan-fried to golden brown perfection, then topped with a savory lemon sauce. An easy and unique dinner option that always gets rave reviews!

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Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken With Snap Peas

A bowl filled with chicken, cashews and green beans.
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Sweet and spicy flavors unite when you make slow-cooker cashew chicken with snap peas. Although a lot of Chinese chicken recipes involve stir-frying, this one uses a crockpot or slow cooker, and that also helps intensify the wonderful flavors.

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Smoked Chicken Breast

Smoked Chicken Breast recipe by Aubrey's Kitchen
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Smoked chicken breast is a game-changer for any BBQ enthusiast. Even as a beginner, smoking chicken breast on a Traeger pellet grill or Pit Boss gives you a tender and juicy chicken with a delicious smoky flavor. This smoked boneless chicken breast recipe has the perfect dry seasoning rub and works on an electric smoker, charcoal smoker, or gas smoker.

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Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken

Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken recipe by Love From The Table
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Spinach artichoke stuffed chicken is a delicious meal that combines rich and creamy spinach artichoke dip with healthy baked chicken. This delicious meal is deceptively simple and filled with flavor your family will love.

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Mongolian Chicken

Chinese chicken in a white bowl with green onions.
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This Mongolian chicken is crispy slices of chicken breast stir fried in a sweet and savory sauce. A restaurant favorite that tastes even better when you make it at home!

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Moroccan Chicken

A plate with chicken and olives in a sauce.
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This Moroccan chicken is a one-pot meal with chicken thighs, green olives, raisins, and spices, all simmered together until tender. A unique and unexpected dinner option that’s full of bold flavors.

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Creamy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta

Creamy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta recipe by Great chicken Recipes
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This Creamy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta is an easy main dish. It includes juicy cajun chicken pieces, golden brown Spanish chorizo sausage, and sautéed vegetables tossed in a creamy sauce. This family favorite comes together in about 30 minutes in one pot. Though it can be a complete meal, feel free to serve it with a light side salad.

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Grilled Chili Lime Chicken

Grilled Chili Lime Chicken recipe by Strength And Sunshine
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You’ll want this spicy and zesty recipe on the grill ASAP! Grilled Chili Lime Chicken is a delicious, healthy entree for your next BBQ or cookout! It’s gluten-free, paleo, and allergy-free, perfect for pleasing the crowd and awakening the taste buds!

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Chicken Pomodoro

Mozzarella-Stuffed Chicken Pomodoro recipe by The Heirloom Pantry
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Mozzarella-Stuffed Chicken Pomodoro is a mouthwatering one-pan 30-minute meal for the whole family! It features juicy Italian-seasoned chicken stuffed with mozzarella and pesto cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce. Add this restaurant-worthy dish to your weekly rotation, and make enough for seconds!
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Chicken Lo Mein

 Chicken Lo Mein recipe by Binky's Culinary Carnival
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This Chicken Lo Mein recipe is an easy Chinese take-out dish to make at home in less than 30 minutes! Laden with colorful vegetables and Chinese noodles.
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Chicken Potato Casserole

Chicken Potato Casserole recipe by Prepare And Nourish.
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This Chicken Potato Casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish featuring chicken, scalloped potatoes, and other vegetables – all baked to perfection in one dish. It’s an Easy Chicken Potato Bake with simple preparation and minimal clean-up – the easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

 Air Fryer BBQ Chicken recipe by Where Is My Spoon.
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Delicious air fryer BBQ chicken: juicy, sweet, smoky, and flavorful. Ready in less than 30 minutes. All you actually have to do is stir the ingredients for the BBQ sauce.

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Air Fryer Chicken Tacos

Air Fryer Chicken Tacos recipe by Kitchen At Hoskin
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This Air Fryer Chicken Tacos is made with deliciously seasoned Mexican chicken, pico de Gallo, and avocado. A super easy weeknight dinner that will become a family favorite!

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Baked Salsa Chicken

Baked Salsa Chicken recipe by Curry Trail.
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Baked salsa chicken recipe is a scrumptious casserole-style dinner that takes 40 minutes to cook. Juicy, flavorful chicken baked with layers of delicious Mexican ingredients like refried beans, black beans, corn, and salsa topped with loads of cheese!

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Air Fryer Peri Peri Chicken

Air Fryer Peri Peri Chicken recipe by Healthy Recipes 101.
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Make South Africa’s hottest meal by blending spices to form the chili sauce at the heart of this Air Fryer Peri Peri Chicken.

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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.

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