Food and Recipes Meat Chicken 30 Oven-Baked Chicken Recipes That Are Anything But Boring Try something new for supper tonight By Kimberly Holland Kimberly Holland Kimberly Holland is a writer and editor with 15 years of experience in food, lifestyle, health, and nutrition content. She has been published in Southern Living, Real Simple, Allrecipes, EatingWell, Cooking Light, and other publications. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on December 10, 2023 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner If you've got chicken in the freezer or refrigerator but are fresh out of inspiration, you've come to the right place. The ever-reliable baked chicken dinner is a weeknight mainstay—but even your favorite chicken recipes can get a little stale after awhile. So turn on the oven and try something new tonight. These baked chicken recipes don't require any special effort or ingredients. And there's a cut for everyone, whether you prefer dark or white meat. Have less than an hour? Our Baked Chicken Caprese is a whole meal that only takes about 30 minutes. Looking to feed a crowd? Our Hot Chicken Salad serves 12. Some of these baked chicken recipes are made entirely in one pot; some come together alongside vegetables on a sheet tray. We've also included comforting classics like Chicken Pot Pie, Roasted Chicken with Apples and Herbs, and Quick King Ranch Chicken Skillet. Making one of these baked chicken dinners is easy—choosing which one is the hard part! 01 of 30 One-Pan Chicken With Lemon, Olives, And Artichokes Greg DuPree Another one-pan wonder. Olives, artichokes, and lemons create an irresistibly zesty baked chicken dinner. Get The Recipe 02 of 30 Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Chicken, ham, and a Swiss cheese sauce blanket egg noodles in this simplified take on a classic dinner party dish. Swap out the egg noodles for rice, pasta, or any other grain, if you prefer. Get The Recipe 03 of 30 Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke Wow company with the elegant presentation of this dish. Italian seasoning, Gruyère cheese, and roasted red peppers make this chicken anything but bland. Get The Recipe 04 of 30 One-Pan Hot Honey Chicken And Rice Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Hot honey pairs fantastically with chicken, as this recipe proves. This one-pan meal saves on clean up time and makes a complete supper, rice included! Get The Recipe 05 of 30 Chicken Parmesan Casserole Photographer: Will Dickey Prop Stylist: Missie Crawford Food Stylist: Erin Merhar Chicken breasts topped with mozzarella and buttery panko-Parmesan breadcrumbs are baked in a tangy tomato sauce for a simplified (and lighter) take on this classic Italian American dish. Get The Recipe 06 of 30 Skillet Chicken Pot Pie With Puff Pastry Brittany Conerly; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman Golden brown squares of puff pastry make a delicious blanket for this bubbling pot pie, and they don't require any dough making or rolling. Get The Recipe 07 of 30 Oven-Baked BBQ Chicken These baked chicken legs and thighs emerge from the oven sticky and caramelized. Save time and use your favorite bottled sauce, or take an extra few minutes to make our homemade version. Get The Recipe 08 of 30 Chicken-And-Biscuit Casserole Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Cheesy drop biscuits make your typical chicken pot pie even more comforting. The casserole is made with rotisserie chicken, but it's a great way to use up leftover chicken (or even turkey). Get The Recipe 09 of 30 Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford; Food Styling: Torie Cox Bacon not only infuses chicken breasts with smoky, savory flavor, it also keeps it moist. This recipe also makes the most delicious crispy potatoes. Get The Recipe 10 of 30 Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen For some Southerners, this dish is the height of comfort food. Cheddar and cream of mushroom soup combine to make a rich sauce that coats spaghetti noodles, vegetables, and shredded chicken. The dish only requires 15 to 20 minutes in the oven, so supper will be served in no time. Get The Recipe 11 of 30 Sheet Pan Greek Chicken With Roasted Potatoes Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Tina Stamos Perfect for feeding a crowd, this sheet pan dinner is bright, flavorful, and aromatic. Some reviewers go as far to say that it's restaurant worthy. Get The Recipe 12 of 30 Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks Antonis Achilleos If you're in need of a basic chicken drumstick recipe, look no further. Make this the center of your plate and serve with your family's favorite side dishes, or a simple salad. Get The Recipe 13 of 30 Oven Baked Chicken Thighs With Vegetables Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox Brussels sprouts, onions, and sweet potatoes make this baked chicken a complete meal in a pan, and rosemary and lemon make it look and taste amazing. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the pan drippings. Get The Recipe 14 of 30 Roasted Chicken With Apples And Herbs Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer Apples and herbs create a deliciously roasted chicken decadent enough for a formal dinner party. Get The Recipe 15 of 30 Baked Caprese Chicken With Green Beans And Corn Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner A complete dinner comes together on one sheet pan thanks to this clever recipe—and in just 35 minutes. Get The Recipe 16 of 30 Baked Chicken Thighs With Dressing This one-pan dinner makes clean up a breeze. Chicken thighs are a great choice to prepare for a potluck-style meal. Get The Recipe 17 of 30 Quick King Ranch Chicken Skillet Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall We've given this Southern classic a fun update. Cheesy and ultra-rich, this King Ranch Chicken Skillet is one of our Tex-Mex favorites. Get The Recipe 18 of 30 Chicken-And-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole Hector Sanchez Save this recipe for when you really want to impress. This hearty chicken and rice supper gets a fancy twist thanks to a rich gravy made with country ham and mushrooms. Get The Recipe 19 of 30 Crispy Baked Chicken Wings Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer Great for a game day appetizer, late night snack, or even a fun supper these chicken wings come together in just 10 minutes of hands-on time. Get The Recipe 20 of 30 Hot Chicken Salad Hot Chicken Salad has all the flavor we love in the cold version of the dish, but it's upgraded to a dinner special with this easy recipe. The best part? It's topped with potato chips. Get The Recipe 21 of 30 Baked Chicken Roulade Photo: Jennifer Davick Easy enough for a weeknight dinner and elegant enough for a special occasion, you can't go wrong with this Baked Chicken Roulade. Get The Recipe 22 of 30 Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke Looking for the quickest way to make the crispiest chicken? Bake your chicken thighs on a wire rack. Get The Recipe 23 of 30 Chicken Alouette Hector Manuel Sanchez Alouette is a rich and spreadable garlic and herb cheese that pairs beautifully with baked chicken. While this recipe may seem very detail-oriented, it is easier to put together than it looks. Get The Recipe 24 of 30 Chicken And Stuffing Casserole Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Chicken and stuffing were made for each other. This new take on a classic combination is sure to be a favorite at the dinner table, especially during the fall and winter months. Get The Recipe 25 of 30 Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs Photographer: Will Dickey There's no disputing it, fried chicken is a Southern staple. But when you're not up to the clean-up required of the classic recipe, turn to this satisfying, mess-free version. Get The Recipe 26 of 30 Baked BBQ Chicken Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley A homemade barbecue sauce (it's a simple stir-together recipe) and tender sweet onions make this dish a cut above the usual baked chicken recipes. Get The Recipe 27 of 30 Baked Chicken Leg Quarters Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer A sweet and savory spice rub makes this inexpensive cut of chicken taste like something you'd order in a restaurant. Get The Recipe 28 of 30 Oven-Fried "Everything" Chicken Drumettes Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Christina Daley Coated in "everything" bagel seasoning, these oven-fried drumettes are a healthier alternative to their deep-fried counterparts. Get The Recipe 29 of 30 Crispy Chicken Thighs With Pasta And Pesto Greg Dupree A punchy arugula pesto sauce takes this crispy chicken thigh dinner up a notch. Use your favorite pasta shape to make this a complete meal. Get The Recipe 30 of 30 Curried Chicken Pot Pie Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Chicken Pot Pie and the South go together like peas and carrots, which are both featured in this delicious recipe. Use rotisserie chicken and pre-made piecrust to make this an easy process. Get The Recipe 107 Easy Chicken Recipes For A Quick Dinner Tonight Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit