100 Easy Must-Make Chicken Dinners

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Chicken and Summer Vegetable Tostadas

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Chicken and Summer Vegetable Tostadas Recipe

This south-of-the-border supper is ready in a snap thanks to quick-cooking chicken tenders.

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Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad

Lee Harrelson

Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad Recipe

Serve a zesty chicken taco salad drizzled with a chipotle chile, cumin, and cilantro dressing. The smokiness of the chipotle brings out the rich flavors of the roasted chicken breasts.

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Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro

Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa Recipe

A three-minute dip into a pungent cilantro-lime marinade delivers big flavor to chicken breasts in this delicious, 20-minute summertime dish.

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Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe

Saltimbocca means "jump in the mouth"–apt for a fast dish that marries woodsy sage, bright lemon, and salty prosciutto.

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Maple-Mustard Glazed Chicken

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Maple-Mustard Glazed Chicken Recipe
The tangy-sweet flavor combination of this sauce will work equally well with chicken thighs or pork. Serve with hot cooked rice and steamed haricots verts or a tossed green salad.

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Bacon and Butternut Pasta

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Bacon and Butternut Pasta Recipe

Broth, thickened with flour and enriched with crème fraîche, forms the savory sauce in this dish. We like the earthy heartiness of kale, which helps balance the sweetness from the squash. You could also use Swiss chard, or for a more peppery bite, try substituting mustard greens.

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Chicken Scallopini

Chicken Scallopini Recipe

Prepare chicken breasts scallopini-style by pounding them into thin, quick-cooking servings, then dredge in lemon juice and breadcrumbs and sauté for about 3 minutes on each side. The white wine sauce with capers complements the flavor of the lemon juice, and makes a great topping for wild rice.

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Spicy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

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Spicy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup Recipe

Coconut milk tames the heat and combines deliciously with shredded chicken breast in Spicy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup.

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Sweet-Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Sweet-Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe

This colorful, 20-minute chicken and veggie stir-fry features a sweet-spicy sauce and a topping of dry-roasted peanuts, which add delicious crunch.

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Chicken and Rice With Black Beans

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Chicken and Rice With Black Beans Recipe

Online reviewers give this recipe five stars for being an easy weeknight dish. Because it's brimming with veggies in addition to the rice, chicken, beans and cheese, it really is a one-dish meal.

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Chicken Breasts with Goat Cheese and Tomatoes

Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Becky Luigart-Stayner; Melanie J. Clarke

Chicken Breasts with Goat Cheese and Tomatoes Recipe
The rich flavors of chicken and goat cheese recipes join forces in this impressive 5-star main dish. Serve with orzo or rice to soak up the shallot-thyme sauce.

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King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe

All the flavors of a favorite casserole come together in the comfort of mac and cheese. Serve King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese to your family, and it will become a quick favorite.

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Honey Cashew Chicken with Rice

Photo: Johnny Autry

Honey Cashew Chicken with Rice Recipe

Forget takeout and cook a super-fast and flavorful Asian-inspired dinner that's ready in less than 30 minutes.

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Grilled Chicken with Rustic Mustard Cream

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Grilled Chicken with Rustic Mustard Cream Recipe
The pronounced lemon-pine character of rosemary goes well with olive oil and Dijon mustard, giving this grilled chicken a rustic Mediterranean flair.

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Chipotle Chicken and Tomato Soup

Lee Harrelson

Chipotle Chicken and Tomato Soup Recipe

Just one chipotle chile adds smoky heat to this top-rated soup. If you want to tame the spice, substitute 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika for the chile.

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Chicken Souvlaki

Photo: Karry Hosford

Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Chicken Souvlaki features the fresh-tasting combination of lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil that is so prevalent in Greek cuisine. Serve it alongside a Greek salad of chunked tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese. Tzatziki is a traditional Greek yogurt-based sauce flavored with lemon, garlic, and crisp cucumbers. (Try more Greek Recipes). This meal is easily one of our favorite chicken recipes.

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Jamaican-Spiced Chicken Thighs

Jamaican-Spiced Chicken Thighs Recipe

Complete the menu with mashed sweet potatoes and a mixed green salad. For more heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeño.

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Chicken Cutlets with Mushrooms and Pearl Onions

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Ginny Branch

Chicken Cutlets with Mushrooms and Pearl Onions Recipe
The brandy-spiked sauce adds an elegant touch to this simple supper; you can sub wine.

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Chicken and Guacamole Tostadas

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Lindsey Ellis Beatty

Chicken and Guacamole Tostadas Recipe

Smoked paprika gives these chicken tostadas rich, grill-like flavor with no cooking. Look for tostada shells (fried, flat corn tortillas) near the flour and corn tortillas or in the Mexican food section of your grocery store. Serve with lime wedges.

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Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
Nicknamed "Anytime Chicken" by Test Kitchen Specialist Vanessa McNeil Rocchio, this winner of a chicken dinner is our new favorite roasting-pan supper for weeknights or easy entertaining with friends.

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Kung Pao Chicken Tacos

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Kung Pao Chicken Tacos Recipe

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Asian-Glazed Chicken Thighs

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Asian-Glazed Chicken Thighs Recipe
The tasty Asian-inspired glaze gives these chicken thighs a mahogany sheen. Rich thigh meat is higher in fat than lean white meat, so the thighs stay moist even when they're roasted without skin. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions, if desired.

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Chicken and Couscous Salad

Becky Luigart-Stayner; Fonda Shaia

Chicken and Couscous Salad Recipe

A great way to use leftover chicken, this 20-minute dinner salad uses quick-cooking couscous and lots of brightly flavored herbs.

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Creamy Chicken Pasta

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe
This easy chicken recipe tosses together the winning combinations of pasta, creamy mascarpone cheese, and chicken--yum!

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Chicken Kebabs and Nectarine Salsa

Photo: John Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Chicken Kebabs and Nectarine Salsa Recipe

This company-worthy meal that doubles as a super-fast weeknight supper blends spice from the chicken with sweet and tangy nectarine salsa.

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Chicken BLT Salad

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Chicken BLT Salad Recipe

Crisp chicken in Chicken BLT Salad boosts a favorite side salad to a healthy main-course attraction.

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Dak Bokkeum with Spinach (Korean Stewed Chicken with Spinach)

Photo: Con Poulos; Styling: Helen Crowther

Dak Bokkeum with Spinach (Korean Stewed Chicken with Spinach) Recipe

Gochujang is an indispensable Korean sauce based on fermented soybeans and chiles. You'll find it in Asian markets, or seek out Annie Chun's brand, which is more widely available.

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Lemony Orzo-Veggie Salad with Chicken

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Lemony Orzo-Veggie Salad with Chicken Recipe

This colorful orzo and chicken main dish salad is packed with an assortment of chopped fresh vegetables and tossed with a tangy lemon dressing. It's a great use for leftover or rotisserie chicken.

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Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr and Lindsey Lower

Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad Recipe

All the fresh flavors of summer come together in Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad. The homemade buttermilk dressing balances the heat of the chicken and completes the meal.

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Curried Chicken Salad with Apples and Raisins

Howard L. Puckett

Curried Chicken Salad with Apples and Raisins Recipe
Enjoy this fruit-studded chicken salad with whole-grain crackers, or spread it on whole wheat bread for a sandwich.

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Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Skillet Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
No rolling pin is needed for Skillet Chicken Pot Pie. Refrigerated pie crusts give you a leg up in the preparation of this classic comfort dish.

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Grilled Cumin Chicken with Fresh Tomatillo Sauce

Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Rose Nguyen

Grilled Cumin Chicken with Fresh Tomatillo Sauce Recipe

Bring the heat of the Southwest to the dinner table with this delicious take on grilled chicken.

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Maple-Mustard Chicken Thighs

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Maple-Mustard Chicken Thighs Recipe
Speed up prep on this chicken main dish by marinating only 30 minutes. Serve with cabbage-carrot slaw.

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Asian Barbecue Chicken

Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Asian Barbecue Chicken Recipe
Fire up your grill for this quick and healthy Asian barbecue chicken recipe.

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Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich

Randy Mayor

Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Serve a hearty sandwich piled high with fresh Italian flavors.

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Mushroom-Stuffed Chicken

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Jan Gautro

Mushroom-Stuffed Chicken Recipe
Looking for a new dinner idea? Look no further! This chicken recipe is delicious and easy to prepare. Serve with 3 cups cooked egg noodles tossed with 2 tablespoons butter and green onions.

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Meyer Lemon Chicken Piccata

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Meyer Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe
Freshen up a classic chicken dish by using Meyer lemons for the sauce. These lemons have a great tangy aroma and are sweeter and less acidic that regular lemons.

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Mediterranean Chicken with Potatoes

Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Mediterranean Chicken with Potatoes Recipe
This tasty Mediterranean chicken dish features small red potatoes and other classic regional ingredients, like red onion, wine, olives, tomatoes, basil, artichokes, and Parmesan cheese.

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Chicken with Dates, Olives, and Cinnamon

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Chicken with Dates, Olives, and Cinnamon Recipe
This Moroccan-style chicken dish features chicken thighs simmered in a mixture of onion, olives, dates, cinnamon and ginger. Serve over couscous for a hearty meal.

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Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce

Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce Recipe

Try this flavorful, slightly spicy Asian saté for an easy weeknight chicken dinner.

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Chicken, Red Grape, and Pesto Pizza

Photo: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Chicken, Red Grape, and Pesto Pizza Recipe
Grapes make an ideal salad topping, but what about on pizza...? This surprising addition is a sweet contrast to the tangy Romano cheese, herby pesto, and juicy chicken. Grapes are said to slow the aging process, so here is a case where eating another slice of pizza definitely has its benefits.

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Oven Chicken Risotto

Photo: Beau Gustafson; Styling: Kacy Carroll

Oven Chicken Risotto Recipe
Make this quick and easy risotto dish featuring chicken, cheese, and grape or cherry tomatoes for a simple weeknight meal.

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Slow-Cooker Barbecue Chicken

Photo: Kate Mathis; Styling: Paul Grimes

Slow-Cooker Barbecue Chicken Recipe

Does it get much easier than this summer crockpot recipe? Slow-cook chicken breasts in a mixture of bottled barbecue sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce for a tender, sweet, and tangy barbecue chicken that’s great on a bun or even over a baked potato. This is a stress-free and tasty meal of which the whole family will want seconds.

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Avocado Chicken Salad

Photo: José Picayo

Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe

Salsa, avocado, and cilantro give this chicken salad its addictive, south-of-the-border flavors. Serve over greens of your choice for a light and fresh dinner.

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Soft Black Bean Tostadas

Soft Black Bean Tostadas Recipe

Shredded chicken and avocado salsa top this 20-minute Mexican dinner.

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100 Easy Must-Make Chicken Dinners

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Chicken and Summer Vegetable Tostadas

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Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad

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Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Avocado Salsa

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Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca

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Maple-Mustard Glazed Chicken

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Bacon and Butternut Pasta

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Chicken Scallopini

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Spicy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

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Sweet-Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

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Chicken and Rice With Black Beans

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Chicken Breasts with Goat Cheese and Tomatoes

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King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

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Honey Cashew Chicken with Rice

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Grilled Chicken with Rustic Mustard Cream

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Chipotle Chicken and Tomato Soup

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Chicken Souvlaki

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Jamaican-Spiced Chicken Thighs

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Chicken Cutlets with Mushrooms and Pearl Onions

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Chicken and Guacamole Tostadas

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Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

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Kung Pao Chicken Tacos

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Asian-Glazed Chicken Thighs

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Chicken and Couscous Salad

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Creamy Chicken Pasta

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Chicken Kebabs and Nectarine Salsa

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Chicken BLT Salad

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Dak Bokkeum with Spinach (Korean Stewed Chicken with Spinach)

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Lemony Orzo-Veggie Salad with Chicken

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Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad

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Curried Chicken Salad with Apples and Raisins

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Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

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Grilled Cumin Chicken with Fresh Tomatillo Sauce

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Maple-Mustard Chicken Thighs

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Asian Barbecue Chicken

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Mozzarella Chicken Sandwich

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Mushroom-Stuffed Chicken

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Meyer Lemon Chicken Piccata

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Mediterranean Chicken with Potatoes

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Chicken with Dates, Olives, and Cinnamon