It seems chicken is often seen as a boring meat choice, but that may be due to stick chicken preparation. It is also very likely that they do not currently have the right recipes. Wholesome dinners do not have to be boring, and these 24 recipes are proof. There are bright grilled skewers, cozy curries, and even stir fries. These recipes will give you a reason not to stare at the chicken in your fridge!
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1) Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken
Weeknight dinners feel like summer with the bright, juicy chicken.
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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken
Tender chicken grilled to perfection with a marinade of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.
- Add the chicken and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat the grill to medium-high.
- Grill the chicken for about 6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
A quick rest keeps all those juices inside the chicken.
2) Balsamic Glazed Chicken
Sticky and tangy! And they’re ready before the rice finishes cooking!
Balsamic Glazed Chicken
Pan-seared chicken with glossy and reduced balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Method
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned on both sides.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in the balsamic vinegar and honey and simmer.
- Spoon the glaze over the chicken until thick and glossy, then serve.
Notes
The glaze thickens fast at the end, so keep an eye on it.
3) Honey Mustard Chicken Skewers
Sweet and tangy taste and they disappear from the platter quickly.
Honey Mustard Chicken Skewers
Grilled chicken pieces with a honey mustard sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk together the mustard, honey, olive oil, and garlic powder.
- Toss the chicken in half the glaze and thread onto skewers.
- Grill over medium heat for about 12 minutes, turning often.
- Brush with the remaining glaze in the last few minutes.
- Cook until the chicken is golden and cooked through, then serve.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water first to keep them from burning.
4) Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Extra crispy, cheesier than your ex, and somehow still on the healthier side!
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400 F.
- Mix the parmesan, panko, garlic, and olive oil into a crumbly coating.
- Press the coating onto the top of each chicken breast.
- Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes until the crust is golden and the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
Broil for the last 2 minutes for an extra-crispy top.
5) Spicy Moroccan Chicken Stew
This one-pot dish fills the kitchen with warm and cozy aromas.
Spicy Moroccan Chicken Stew
Chicken is prepared with chickpeas in a tomato broth with a special aroma.
Ingredients
Method
- Brown the chicken in a large pot, then set aside.
- Saute the onion until soft, then stir in the cumin and cinnamon.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chickpeas.
- Return the chicken to the pot and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the broth thickens.
Notes
Serve over couscous to soak up all that spiced broth.
6) Low-Carb Greek Chicken Salad
A new crunchy bowl that will keep you satisfied.
Low-Carb Greek Chicken Salad
Grilled chicken served on a fresh salad with feta, olives, and a lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Method
- Grill the chicken, then slice it into strips.
- Pile the romaine into a large bowl.
- Add the sliced chicken, feta, and olives.
- Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice with a pinch of salt for dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Notes
Add cucumber and cherry tomatoes for even more crunch.
7) Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
Both sweet and savory, this is like having a mini tropical vacation on your plate!
Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
Sticky teriyaki sauce coats glazed chicken that is simmered with juicy pineapple.
Ingredients
Method
- Sear the chicken cubes in a hot skillet until browned.
- Stir together the soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch with a splash of water.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and add the pineapple.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- Serve over rice with a sprinkle of green onion.
Notes
Fresh or canned pineapple both work, just drain canned well.
8) Avocado Lime Chicken Tacos
Zesty tacos that are quicker to make than ordering delivery!
Avocado Lime Chicken Tacos
Chicken marinated in lime served in warm tortillas with avocado.
Ingredients
Method
- Toss the chicken with lime juice and chili powder.
- Cook in a hot skillet until browned and cooked through.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry pan.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken.
- Top with avocado slices and a squeeze of lime, then serve.
Notes
A handful of fresh cilantro and diced onion takes these over the top.
9) Coconut Curry Chicken
Creamy and cozy, this dinner will be a go-to for rainy nights!
Ingredients
Method
- Saute the onion in a pot until soft.
- Stir in the curry paste and cook until fragrant.
- Add the chicken and brown lightly.
- Pour in the coconut milk and fish sauce.
- Simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens. Serve over rice.
Notes
Stir in baby spinach at the end for an easy veggie boost.
10) Cajun Blackened Chicken Breast
Smoky flavor and ready to eat in fewer than 20 minutes.
Cajun Blackened Chicken Breast
Chicken breast crusted with Cajun spices then seared to perfection, will be charred on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Ingredients
Method
- Pat the chicken dry and coat all over with the Cajun seasoning and paprika.
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes per side until blackened.
- Check that the chicken is cooked through.
- Rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Open a window; that blackened crust gets smoky in the best way.
11) Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken
All the caprese vibes are packed right inside the chicken.
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Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken
Chicken breasts stuffed with mozzarella and tomatoes and then finished with balsamic.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400 F.
- Butterfly each chicken breast and tuck in mozzarella, tomato, and basil.
- Secure with toothpicks and season the outside.
- Sear in a skillet to brown both sides.
- Transfer to the oven for 15 minutes, then drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve.
Notes
Remove the toothpicks before serving so no one bites one.
12) Mango-Habanero Chicken Drumsticks
A sweet heat that will tingle your fingers and taste buds.
Mango-Habanero Chicken Drumsticks
Mango and habanero glazed sticky baked drumsticks.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400 F.
- Blend the mango, habanero, honey, and lime juice into a glaze.
- Toss the drumsticks in half the glaze and arrange on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Brush with the remaining glaze and bake 10 more minutes until sticky and cooked through.
Notes
Start with half a habanero if your crowd is heat-shy.
13) Lemon Butter Garlic Chicken
Transform your ordinary chicken dish into a culinary masterpiece with this silky smooth pan sauce.
Lemon Butter Garlic Chicken
Pan-seared chicken in a lemon garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Season the chicken and sear in a skillet until golden, then set aside.
- Melt the butter in the same pan and add the garlic.
- Pour in the lemon juice and chicken broth and simmer.
- Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over it.
- Cook until the chicken is done and the sauce reduces slightly, then serve.
Notes
Spoon the extra sauce over mashed potatoes or rice.
14) Italian Baked Chicken and Potatoes
A dinner that cooks itself and is made in one pan!
Italian Baked Chicken and Potatoes
Chicken with herbs roasted next to golden potatoes.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Toss the potatoes with olive oil, half the seasoning, and the garlic on a sheet pan.
- Nestle the chicken thighs among the potatoes and season them too.
- Roast for 25 minutes.
- Stir the potatoes and roast 20 more minutes until everything is golden and cooked through.
Notes
Cut the potatoes evenly so they finish at the same time.
15) Thai Peanut Chicken Stir Fry
Yes please to peanut sauce over chicken and vegetables!!
Thai Peanut Chicken Stir Fry
Fast stir fry chicken and veggies with Thai peanut sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and a splash of water into a sauce.
- Stir-fry the chicken in a hot wok until cooked through, then set aside.
- Add the vegetables and stir-fry until crisp-tender.
- Return the chicken and pour in the peanut sauce.
- Toss until everything is coated and serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
Thin the sauce with a little warm water if it gets too thick.
16) Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs
Sticky and savory-thighs have a sweet side as well and pack a serious flavor punch.
Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs
Grilled chicken thighs with a sweet and savory Korean barbecue sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Whisk the soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, and sesame oil into a marinade.
- Marinate the chicken thighs for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill over medium heat for about 8 minutes per side.
- Brush with extra marinade as they cook.
- Cook until caramelized and cooked through, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Notes
Serve over rice with kimchi for the full spread.
17) Zesty Orange Basil Chicken
Bright citrus and fresh basil evoke the joy of spring.
Zesty Orange Basil Chicken
Pan-seared chicken with a zesty orange sauce and finished with fresh basil.
Ingredients
Method
- Sear the chicken cubes in a hot skillet until golden.
- Whisk the orange juice, honey, and cornstarch together.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and simmer until thickened.
- Stir to coat the chicken in the glossy glaze.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil before serving.
Notes
A little orange zest stirred in deepens the citrus flavor.
18) Mediterranean Chicken Orzo
A delicious one-pot meal that brings to mind the beach and the sun.
Mediterranean Chicken Orzo
Tender chicken and orzo cooked with tomatoes, spinach, and Feta.
Ingredients
Method
- Brown the chicken in a deep skillet, then set aside.
- Add the orzo and toast it for a minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken and cook until the orzo is tender and absorbs the broth.
- Stir in the spinach until wilted, then top with feta and serve.
Notes
Add a handful of halved cherry tomatoes for extra brightness.
19) Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Enjoy all the flavors of buffalo without any of the carbs.
Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Spicy buffalo chicken chicken with cool crispy lettuce.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the diced chicken in olive oil until cooked through.
- Pour in the buffalo sauce and toss to coat.
- Simmer for a couple minutes until sticky.
- Spoon the chicken into the lettuce leaves.
- Top with blue cheese crumbles and serve.
Notes
Drizzle with ranch and add diced celery for crunch.
20) Maple Dijon Chicken with Brussels
Sweet, tangy, and roasted to caramelized perfection.
Maple Dijon Chicken with Brussels
Brussels sprouts and chicken with maple Dijon glaze on a sheet pan.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Whisk the maple syrup, dijon, and olive oil into a glaze.
- Toss the Brussels sprouts with half the glaze on a sheet pan.
- Brush the chicken with the remaining glaze and nestle it among the sprouts.
- Roast for 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked and the sprouts are caramelized.
Notes
Cut the sprouts cut-side down for the best crispy edges.
21) Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Bite-size and buttery, ready in 20 minutes!
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Golden chicken pieces tossed in the garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Season the chicken cubes with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through.
- Lower the heat and add the butter and garlic.
- Toss the chicken in the garlic butter until coated.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Notes
Great over rice, pasta, or speared with toothpicks as an app.
22) Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
Creamy and savory, but fancy enough for company on a Tuesday!
Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
Creamy sundried tomato sauce with tender chicken and pasta.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the penne until al dente, then drain.
- Sear the sliced chicken in a skillet until golden, then set aside.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cream to the pan and simmer.
- Stir in the parmesan until the sauce is smooth.
- Return the chicken and toss with the pasta, then serve.
Notes
Use a light cream or half-and-half to lighten it up.
23) Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Sweet and sticky garlic wings that you won't be able to stop eating.
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Baked wings are crispy and tossed into a shiny honey garlic glaze.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Toss the wings with olive oil and salt, then spread on a rack-lined sheet.
- Bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
- Simmer the honey, garlic, and soy sauce in a pan until slightly thick.
- Toss the hot wings in the glaze and serve with sesame seeds.
Notes
Baking on a rack keeps the wings crisp all the way around.
24) Pesto Grilled Chicken Panini
A melty pressed sandwich that is better than any takeout lunch.
Pesto Grilled Chicken Panini
Grilled chicken, pesto, and mozzarella cheese in a crispy panini.
Ingredients
Method
- Spread pesto on the inside of each bread slice.
- Layer the sliced chicken and mozzarella on two slices.
- Top with the remaining bread to form sandwiches.
- Brush the outsides with olive oil.
- Press in a hot panini press or skillet until golden and the cheese melts.
Notes
Add roasted red peppers or arugula for extra flavor.