Chicken Tonight: March 2012

Get dinner on the table in no time with a weekly collection of chicken recipes that are quick, easy, and guaranteed to please your family.

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Herbed Chicken and Dumplings

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Perk up the flavor of the dumplings by sprinkling a little fresh parsley into the dough.
Herbed Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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Herb-Roasted Chickens

Jennifer Davick

One huge benefit of roasting a chicken with fresh herbs is that it fills your home with a tantalizing aroma while it's cooking.
Herb-Roasted Chickens Recipe

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Chicken Piccata with Capers

Photo: Lee Harrelson

Enjoy this restaurant favorite at home with a glass of wine and fresh garden salad.
Chicken Piccata with Capers Recipe

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Herb-Parmesan Chicken Breasts

Dress up boneless, skinless chicken breast halves by sprinkling with a mixture of Parmesan cheese, grated lemon rind, and parsley.
Herb-Parmesan Chicken Breasts Recipe

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Chicken Souvlaki

Photo: Karry Hosford

Chicken Souvlaki features the fresh-tasting combination of lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil that is so prevalent in Greek cuisine.
Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

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Chicken Tetrazzini

A speedy Italian classic, Chicken Tetrazzini can be made ahead for easy weeknight dinners.
Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe

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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Photo: Jan Smith

Mix all your favorite chicken enchilada flavors into an easy casserole.
Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe

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Braised Herb Chicken with Potatoes

Braised Herb Chicken Thighs with Potatoes

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Coat chicken thighs with dried thyme and oregano, brown in the skillet, and then braise in a white wine mixture to get maximum tenderness.
Braised Herb Chicken with Potatoes Recipe

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Lemon-Herb Roasted Chicken

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Roasting chicken in a clay pot can result in some of the most tender, tasty chicken you've ever eaten.
Lemon-Herb Roasted Chicken Recipe

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Mediterranean Chicken

Photo: Andrew McCaul

Add Mediterranean flavor to chicken breast halves by stuffing them with a mixture of feta cheese and olive tapenade.
Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

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Simple Roast Chicken

Photo: Jim Franco

A basic roasted chicken recipe is a must in your weeknight dinner rotation, and you can add variety by using a number of different sauces and rubs.
Simple Roast Chicken Recipe

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Easy Chicken Adobo

Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Anna Theoktisto

Inspired by the Philippine national dish, this easy recipe uses a simple blend of garlic, vinegar, and soy sauce to give chicken a zingy boost.
Easy Chicken Adobo Recipe

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Roast Chicken with Olives

Photo: Dana Gallagher

With a pronounced lemon flavor, this chicken recipe is reminiscent of chicken dishes you might enjoy in Greece.
Roast Chicken with Olives Recipe

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Lemon-Honey Chicken With Olives

Photo: Miki Duisterhof

Achieve the perfect salty-sweet combination in this chicken dish featuring olives, kosher salt, lemon juice, and honey.
Lemon-Honey Chicken With Olives Recipe

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Cilantro Chicken

Karen Steffens

Fresh cilantro, lime juice, honey, and garlic add zip to this simple, healthy grilled chicken main dish.
Cilantro Chicken Recipe

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Chicken with Tomatoes and Thyme

Photo: Kana Okada

Season the chicken with lemon, tomatoes, thyme, and capers, then freeze up to 3 months until you're ready to cook.
Chicken with Tomatoes and Thyme Recipe

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Roasted Chicken, Apples, and Leeks

Photo: Miha Matei

Roast chicken thighs and drumsticks along with apples and leeks for a rich and savory one-dish meal.
Roasted Chicken, Apples, and Leeks Recipe

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Mustard-Tarragon Roast Chicken

Photo: Ditte Isager

Make a tangy mustard sauce by deglazing the pan with white wine, then spoon the sauce over the chicken and parslied egg noodles.
Mustard-Tarragon Roast Chicken Recipe

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Chicken with Sweet Potato Salad

Photo: Kan Kanbayashi

Add roasted sweet potatoes and fresh spinach to skillet-browned chicken for a colorful, nutrient-packed meal.
Chicken with Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

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Rosemary-Garlic Chicken

Photo: Maura McEvoy

Online reviewers love this recipe for weeknight dinner and for entertaining, claiming that "it looks and tastes like it took a lot more prep time than it actually does."
Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Recipe

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Fiery "Fried" Chicken

Photo: John Kernick

Chili-garlic sauce provides the fire, but it gets tamed a bit with the addition of pineapple juice.
Fiery "Fried" Chicken Recipe

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Tarragon Chicken

Photo: Oxmoor House

Brighten up the flavor of basic chicken breast halves with fresh tarragon and lemon juice and cook in the skillet for about 7 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.
Tarragon Chicken Recipe

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Chicken and Shiitake Marsala

Photo: Oxmoor House

Give a traditional Italian favorite an Asian flair with the addition of shiitake mushrooms and green onions.
Chicken and Shiitake Marsala Recipe

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Chicken Scaloppine over Broccoli Rabe

Photo: Lee Harrelson

A silky white wine pan sauce, flavored with parsley and capers, adds delicate flavor to a simple chicken dish.
Chicken Scaloppine over Broccoli Rabe Recipe

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Chicken Pot Pie

Make this simple yet delicious homestyle chicken pot pie for your next family dinner.
Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

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BBQ Chicken Pizza

Randy Mayor; Katie Stoddard

Add pizzazz to pizza night with this simple recipe that's packed with flavor from the tangy tomato chutney, smoky white cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

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Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

Randy Mayor; Jan Gautro

The contrasting flavors of ginger, lemongrass, and cilantro produce a delectable broth for this noodle soup.
Asian Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

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Chicken Risotto with Spring Vegetables

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Pursell

Brighten up your meal by adding green veggies and herbs such as asparagus, zucchini, and parsley to a creamy risotto and chicken main dish.
Chicken Risotto with Spring Vegetables Recipe

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Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich

Randy Mayor

Versatile chicken pairs perfectly with Italian flavors in this warm chicken sandwich.
Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich Recipe

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Couscous Salad with Chicken and Vegetables

Couscous Salad with Chicken and Chopped Vegetables

Karry Hosford

A tangy-sweet dressing tossed with crispy vegetables and couscous cranks out the sophisticated flavor in this simple chicken dish.
Couscous Salad with Chicken and Vegetables Recipe

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Walnut-Chicken Salad

Add a delightful crisp to chicken by dredging it in a walnut and breadcrumb mixture and pan-frying.
Walnut-Chicken Salad Recipe

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