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49 Easy Chicken Dinner Recipes For Any Weeknight

These chicken dinners are quickeasyand delicious.

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Updated on March 022026

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Southern Living Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken served over rice on a plate — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

There's nothing like a chicken dinner recipe that's quickeasyand delicious to make a weeknight menu run smoothly. Whether you are using rotisserie chicken as a shortcut or tossing the ingredients into the slow cookerthese recipes are easy enough for you to prepare for your family on busy weeknights. Schedules during the school year can be hecticbut these weeknight chicken recipes will allow you to enjoy the comforting flavors of the season without spending all of your time in the kitchen cooking dinner.

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Creole-Seasoned Chicken Skillet With Zucchini And Bell Peppers

Southern Living Creole Chicken Skillet ready to serve with rice — Credit:
Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf; Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Dinner that cooks in 20 minutes in one skillet? It may be a new favorite. This quick chicken recipe has a thick sauce and is loaded with fresh veggiesso it's bound to be a weeknight staple.

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Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs And Potatoes

Southern Living Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes on the pan ready to serve — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Spend 10 minutes getting this chicken dinner in the ovenand you'll have time to unwind while it cooks. The chicken roasts in a balsamic vinegar and rosemary sauce for complex flavor.

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Marry Me Chicken Casserole

Southern Living Marry Me Chicken Casserole on plates to serve — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

The viral recipe just got an upgrade with this Marry Me Chicken Casserole. This recipe has all of the rich flavors from the original with bigger portions for the whole family to enjoy.

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Mississippi Chicken

Mississippi Chicken — Credit:
Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

This comforting chicken recipe can be made quickly in your Crockpot and offers a tangysavory meal for dinner tonight.

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Slow-Cooker Lemon Garlic-Butter Chicken

Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken in bowls to serve over rice topped with lemon slices — Credit:
Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Torie Cox; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

There are those days when cooking dinner looms over your day. Let this simple slow cooker dinner relieve your stress. Dump the ingredients and let it cook for three hours. No need to watch over the stove.

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Honey Pecan Chicken

Honey Pecan Chicken on a plate to serve with green beans on the side — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Hot honey and pecans coat the chicken in a savory yet slightly sweet crust that bakes up to perfection. This is a weeknight dinner that is easy but tastes like hard work. Serve with your favorite simple sides like a saladmashed potatoesor green beans—this chicken dinner goes with virtually anything.

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Bourbon Chicken

Southern Living Bourbon Chicken on a plate to serve with the platter beside — Credit:
Morgan Hunt GlazeFood Stylist: Jennifer WendorfProp Stylist: Shell Royster

Get a taste of New Orleans with this sweet and savory bourbon chicken recipe. Made mostly with ingredients you likely already have on handthis dish will only take 25 minutes to make for a quick dinner tonight.

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Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore

Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore — Credit: Southern Living

Ready in just over an hour thanks to the Instant Potthis rustic chicken cacciatore dish is a weeknight winner.

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Chicken Tamale Pie

Chicken Tamale Pie — Credit: Antonis Achilleos

For a simple yet innovative dinner tonightthis chicken tamale pie has all the flavors of the delicious Latin delicacy with half the time to make it.

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Chicken Caprese Pasta

chicken caprese salad on a plate with red rim — Credit:
Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox

It's hard to go wrong with pesto and pastaand this chicken caprese pasta is the perfect lightened-up yet filling dish for dinner tonight.

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Chicken Bog

Chicken Bog — Credit:
Greg DuPree

This comforting rice dish will be your new favorite 30-minute meal. A Lowcountry favoritethis recipe is easy to make and good for a crowd. Made with rotisserie chickenyou'll have this recipe on repeat.

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Cowboy Chicken

Cowboy Chicken in the skillet to servetopped with cheesecilantroand sliced avocado — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

This flavorful recipe takes less than an hour to make and only needs a skillet. It's an effortless dinner that tastes oh-so-good.

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Braised Chicken Thighs With Carrots And Lemons

Braised Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Lemons — Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

We suggest serving this dish with mashed potatoes so you can enjoy every last drop of the pan sauce. If you're new to braisingthis recipe is a good place to start.

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Tomato-Basil Chicken

Tomato Basil Chicken adding the chicken to the tomato mixture and topping with fresh basil — Credit:
Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Julian Hensarling; Prop styling: Claire Spollen

This chicken dinner goes against the grain of cooking tradition. Instead of marinating the meat before grillingyou grill the chicken and then marinate. This technique allows more of the marinade to soak into the chicken and add a juicy flavor. Serve with a crusty bread to pick up the marinade and veggies.

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Sheet Pan Fajitas

Sheet Pan Fajitas — Credit: Photography and Styling: Karen Rankin

These fajitas will have everyone raving. Chickenpeppersand onion are cooked on a sheet pan for a super quick and tasty meal. Customize these with toppings of your choosing.

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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Southern Living Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole on a plate to serve — Credit:
Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Buffy Hargett

Rotisserie chicken and jarred Alfredo sauce will help your family enjoy a comforting chicken casserole in under an hour. This dish comes together quicklymaking it perfect for busy weeknights.

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Cream Cheese-And-Pepper Jelly Chicken

Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Stuffed Chicken pouring the glaze over the chicken — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

These creamy stuffed chicken breasts are ready to serve in just 42 minutes. With only 12 minutes of active timeyou can spend your time elsewhere while it cooks up in the oven. It's oh so good when you want a tasty dinner without all the effort.

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Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake

Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake — Credit:
Iain Bagwell; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly

Chickenbroccoliand cheese-filled tortellini combine in a Dutch oven for a meal that everyone will want more of. Put this togethertop with crackers and pecansand enjoy some downtime while this bakes in the oven.

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Sheet Pan Greek Chicken With Roasted Potatoes

Sheet Pan Greek Chicken with Roasted Potatoes — Credit:
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Tina Stamos

Add some zest to weeknight chicken. Cinnamonnutmegand lemon brighten this simple meal. Toss the ingredients onto a sheet pan and help the kids with homework while this one-dish supper is in the oven.

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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

lemon chicken orzo soup — Credit:
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling; Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Soup is the ultimate comfort foodand this Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a zestysavory delight perfect for a chilly day.

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King Ranch Chicken Soup

Chicken Soups King Ranch Chicken Soup — Credit: Alison Miksch

This comforting Tex-Mex soup is a cinch to prepare. An easy soup for chilly weeknightsthis recipe's base is formed from pantry staples and deli chicken. Top with corn tortillas and cheese.

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Chipotle Sheet Pan Chicken With Summer Vegetables

Chipotle Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables on the sheet pan — Credit:
Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Weeknight chicken just got more flavor with this chipotle lime sheet pan dinner. It's a pan filled with summer vegetablesperfectly charred chickenand topped with a chipotle sauce that's so smokey you'll want to drizzle it on everything. Use remaining limes to squeeze on top.

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King Ranch Chicken Mac And Cheese

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese — Credit: Jennifer Davick

This hearty take on macaroni and cheese will become a new family favorite. Everything you love about macaroni and cheese combines with King Ranch Chicken to create this wholesome meal. Convenience items make it a snap to prepare.

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Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken And Potatoes

Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken and Potatoes — Credit:
BECKY LUIGART STAYNER

Lemonrosemaryand garlic create a lively flavor combo in this entree. Serve this one-dish dinner with a loaf of crusty French bread for dipping.

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White Lightning Chicken Chili

White Lightning Chicken Chili — Credit:
Becky Luigart Stayner

Here's a filling dinner that comes together quickly. No need to drain the chiles or beans—the juices add flavor. From start to finishthis one-dish chili takes just 30 minutes to get on the table.

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Easy Chicken And Dumplings

Kid-Friendly Chicken: Easy Chicken and Dumplings — Deli-roasted chickencream of chicken soupand canned biscuits make a quick-and-tasty version of classic chicken and dumplings. Credit:
Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Have all the comforting taste you've been craving without all the work. Although you may not usually think of chicken and dumplings as a weeknight mealthis easy recipe comes together in just 40 minutes with the help of deli-roasted chicken and canned biscuits.

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Soup

slow cooker chicken soup — Credit:
Iain Bagwell

Your trusty slow cooker will help this comforting soup come together just 20 minutes after you walk through the door. Full of chickenroot veggiesand noodlesthis soup is what you love about a cozy evening at home.

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs With Carrots And Potatoes

Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Potatoes — Credit: Jennifer Davick

Budget-friendly chicken thighs come together with pantry staples to create this warming dish. You'll want to use bone-in chicken thighs (instead of the boneless ones) to ensure success with this slow-cooker favorite.

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Orange-Rosemary Roast Chicken

Orange-Rosemary Roast Chicken — Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Herechicken thighs are roasted alongside potatoes and olives. Drizzle orange dressing over everything for a touch of sweetness. The result is a weeknight meal that shines.

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Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks — Credit: Antonis Achilleos

These simply seasoned drumsticks will please everyone at your table. Ready to cook in a few short minutesadd a side for a quick meal the whole family will enjoy.

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Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Buffalo Chicken Casserole — Credit: Caitlin BenselFood Styling: Emily Nabors HallProp Styling: Audrey Davis

This casserole has all the flavors of your favorite Buffalo wings—spicy chickenlots of cheesecarrotsand celery. Top with blue cheesehot sauceand sour cream.

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Pizza Chicken

Pizza Chicken on a plate to serve over spaghetti — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Give yourself an hour and you'll have this family-friendly dinner ready to serve. Tender chicken is baked and breaded then topped like a pizza for the best of both worlds at supper. Serve over pasta or with garlic bread for an easy Italian dinner everyone will love.

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Mushroom And Thyme Chicken-Broccoli Casserole

Mushroom and Thyme Chicken-Broccoli Casserole — Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Veggieschickenand rice are packed into one dish for a simple supper. Leftovers from this meal are great—if you have any.

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Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole

Chicken Bacon and Ranch Casserole — Credit: Alison Miksch

This family-favorite is a recipe everyone will ask for again and again. With just a few ingredientsthis casserole comes together easily. The bacon and ranch add just the zip a weeknight meal needs.

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Cast-Iron Chicken Piccata

Cast-Iron Chicken Piccata — Credit: Greg Dupree

Using chicken cutlets helps this dish cook up quickly on hurried nights. Add the capersparsleyand lemon juice just before serving for bright color and flavor.

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Cowboy Chicken Spaghetti

Cowboy Chicken Spaghetti in the skillet with a serving scooped out — Credit:
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian HensarlingProp Stylist: Christina Daley

A flavorfulone-pan dinner for up to six people that's ready in 45 minutes? It sounds like a fairytalebut we promise it's real. This “cowboy” take on a classic gets a spicy flavor upgrade courtesy of canned Ro-Tel tomatoes and green chiles. Plusit's super speedy thanks to store-bought rotisserie chicken. Cook this and make your dinner dreams come true.

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Green Chile-Chicken Soup

Green Chile-Chicken Soup - Southern Living — Credit:
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis

Green enchilada sauce and poblano chile add heat to this warming soup. Mashed white beans add creaminess without needing dairy. Top with cilantroradishesand sour cream.

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwiches

Southern Living Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich sliced on a plate to serve — Credit:
Fred HardyFood Stylist: Emily Nabors HallProp Stylist: Christina Daley

Weeknight sandwiches don't have to be boring. This recipe puts a creamycomforting spin on a favorite dish.

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Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich on a plate with green beans - Southern Living — Credit:
Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Lauren Jewel; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

A packet of ranch seasoning is the secret to the tangy chicken in this sandwich. Top with marinara and cheese to please diners of all ages.

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Spinach-And-Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

Southern Living Spinach-And-Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta on a plate to serve — Credit:
Greg DupreeFood Stylist: Emily Nabors HallProp Stylist: Christine Keely

Thanks to shredded rotisserie chickenthis pasta dish can be ready to eat in 20 minutes. It's short on time but not on flavor since the ingredients are sauteed in oil the sun-dried tomatoes are packed in.

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Sheet Pan Broccoli-And-Chicken Casserole

Sheet Pan Broccoli-and-Chicken Casserole — Credit:
Victor ProtasioFood Stylist Ruth BlackburnProp Stylist Christine Keely

A sheet pan helps get this delicious casserole ready quickly. The edges cook up crispand there's plenty to go around.

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Chicken-And-Fontina Panini

Chicken and Fontina Panini — Credit: Greg DuPree

You don't need any special equipment to make a panini. Use two skillets for crisp results. Keep this recipe handy because it's ready in 10 minutes.

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Instant Pot Chicken And Rice

instant pot chicken and rice — Credit:
Antonis AchilleosProp Stylist: Christine Kelly Food Stylist: Ali Ramee

Everything you love about chicken and rice comes together easily in an Instant Pot. Tweak this recipe to include your favorite vegetablesor swap brown rice in for white.

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Million Dollar Chicken

Southern Living Million Dollar Chicken on a plate to serve with green beans and a dinner roll — Credit:
Jen CauseyFood Stylist: Emily Nabors HallProp Stylist: Julia Bayless

What makes this chicken breast dish so tasty? It's topped with a cream cheese-bacon dip before it goes into the oven. It's perfectly indulgent for a weeknight meal.

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Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Chipotle Chicken Tacos - Southern Living — Credit:
Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

Spicysaucyand made in the Instant Potthis chicken filling is perfect for Taco Tuesday. Honey balances the sauce made from jarred salsa and canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce.

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Chicken In A Hurry

Chicken in a Hurry in a bowl to serve over rice — Credit:
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood

This recipe is a perfect chicken dinner ready in just 30 minutes. Its sweet and savory flavors are budget and weeknight friendly.

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One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta — Credit: Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Loren Wood; Prop Styling: Christine Keely

Combine comforting pasta with fabulous fajitas for a quick chicken dinner that will get raves. Since everything cooks in one potcleanup is easy too.

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Garlic Butter Chicken

Southern Living Garlic Butter Chicken on a platter ready to serve — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

This chicken dish is perfect for entertaining or as a quick weeknight dinner. It's ready in just 30 minutes. Spoon the garlic butter pan sauce over the chicken for serving.

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Slow-Cooker Honey-Garlic Chicken

Southern Living Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken served over rice on a plate — Credit:
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Honey and garlic are the perfect pair in this slow-cooker chicken dinner. Tender chicken thighs are covered in a delectably sweetsaltygarlicky sauce for a meal as easy as it is delicious.

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