Looking for easy and healthy chicken recipes? Look no further! Below we share all of our favorite low-effort and delicious chicken dinners, including whole roasted chicken, juicy wings, healthy fried chicken, and more!
Chicken is one of our favorite meals because it is both healthy and versatile. We love experimenting with chicken recipes that are simple and delicious.
Below we rounded up 16 of our favorite hassle-free chicken dinner ideas so you know exactly what to make next time you are looking for a chicken recipe.
Looking for easy sides to go with your chicken dinner? Try our some of our favorites like our Healthy Corn Fritters, Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts, Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs, or Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti). Check out our sides page for more inspiration.
1. BBQ Baked Chicken Thighs
BBQ Baked Chicken Thighs
BBQ Baked Chicken Thighs is an easy chicken recipe that makes perfectly juicy oven-baked barbecue chicken. It only calls for 2 main ingredients and a few minutes of prep. Then just wait for the chicken to bake and enjoy!
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2. Mozzarella-Stuffed Chicken Pomodoro
Chicken Pomodoro
Mozzarella-Stuffed Chicken Pomodoro is a mouthwatering meal for the whole family! It features juicy Italian-seasoned chicken stuffed with mozzarella cooked in tomato sauce. Make this flavor-packed dish with minimal effort.
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3. Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings are sweet, garlicky, and irresistible! The skin is crispy and sticky and the meat falls off the bone. Follow our simple instructions for broiling or baking depending on your preference.
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4. Roasted Chicken Thighs and Vegetables
Roasted Chicken Thighs and Vegetables
Roasted Chicken Thighs and Vegetables is an easy, hearty dinner recipe that results in crispy, juicy chicken and flavorful vegetables. Just toss the chicken, potatoes, and veggies in olive oil and seasoning then bake them in the oven!
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5. Cast Iron Chicken Breast With Garlic Butter
Cast Iron Chicken Breast
Cast Iron Chicken Breast with Garlic Butter is an easy, fool-proof way to prepare tender, mouthwatering chicken. It features succulent seasoned chicken breast with an herbed crust, topped with a decadent roasted garlic butter. Once you make chicken using our method, you'll never want to make it any other way!
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6. BBQ Pulled Chicken Burgers
BBQ Pulled Chicken Burgers
BBQ Pulled Chicken Burgers feature tender, slow cooked pulled chicken dressed in tangy BBQ sauce with crunchy coleslaw on buttery brioche buns.
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7. Miso Jidori Chicken Thighs
Miso Jidori Chicken Thighs
Miso Jidori Chicken Thighs are juicy, tender, and dressed in a rich, umami-packed miso sauce. These scrumptious thighs require minimal effort and make a flavorful main course or topping for ramen or a rice bowl.
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8. BBQ Chicken Salad With Greek Yogurt Ranch
BBQ Chicken Salad
BBQ Chicken Salad with Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing is a fresh and colorful salad that comes together in less than 1 hour. It combines tender BBQ chicken with crisp romaine, red onion, sweet corn, cotija cheese, cherry tomatoes, black beans, avocado, and crunchy tortilla strips. Toss it with healthy Greek yogurt ranch dressing for even more flavor!
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9. Mango Habanero Chicken Wings
Mango Habanero Chicken Wings
Mango Habanero Chicken Wings are sweet, spicy, and tangy! The skin is crispy and covered with a homemade mango habanero sauce and the tender meat falls right off the bone. Follow our baking or broiling instructions to make these delectable wings in just a few easy steps!
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10. Chicken Sausage Pesto Pasta With Rapini
Chicken Sausage Pesto Pasta With Rapini
Chicken Sausage Pesto Pasta With Rapini is a hearty Italian pasta dish with a little spice. The orecchiette pasta's texture and curves catch the flavor from the pesto, spicy chicken sausage, and flavorful rapini. Each bite of this rustic dish is an explosion of flavor. It's an effortless pasta recipe that is sure to impress and make you feel like you're in Italy!
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11. Dutch Oven Whole Chicken With Meyer Lemon
Dutch Oven Whole Chicken With Meyer Lemon
Dutch Oven Whole Chicken with Meyer Lemon is a show-stopping roasted chicken and the perfect centerpiece for a weeknight meal or family gathering. The whole chicken is cooked in one pot and has crispy skin, juicy meat, and a bright and herby citrus flavor.
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12. Chicken Katsu (Japanese Chicken Cutlet)
Chicken Katsu (Japanese Chicken Cutlet)
Chicken Katsu is a crispy golden chicken cutlet that makes a great lunch or dinner. This Japanese staple is commonly served with rice, vegetables, and tonkatsu sauce for extra flavor.
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13. Fig Balsamic Glazed Chicken
Fig Balsamic Glazed Chicken
Fig Balsamic Glazed Chicken is an impressive chicken dinner recipe fit for weeknights and gatherings alike. Chicken thighs are baked in a sweet and tangy fig balsamic glaze with herbs, resulting in tender, flavorful meat that falls off the bone.
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14. Teriyaki Chicken
Teriyaki Chicken
Teriyaki Chicken features tender chicken thighs cooked in richly flavored teriyaki sauce. This restaurant quality chicken takes just 20 minutes to make and is the perfect lunch or light dinner.
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15. Roasted Chicken Stuffed With Wild Rice
Roasted Chicken Stuffed With Wild Rice
Roasted Chicken Stuffed with Wild Rice is a succulent and flavorful roast chicken dish. It features juicy chicken with crispy skin, tasty herbs, and vegetable wild rice. This roast chicken recipe is great for entertaining or weeknight meal planning alike.
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16. Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are the perfect combination of savory, sweet, and zesty. The skin is sticky and crispy and the meat is tender and succulent.
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16 Healthy and Easy Chicken Recipes
Looking for easy and healthy chicken recipes? Look no further! Below we share all of our favorite low-effort and delicious chicken dinners, including whole roasted chicken, juicy wings, healthy fried chicken, and more!
Servings: 2
Calories: 651kcal
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts even sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon pesto divided
- 2 oz mozzarella about 4 slices of fresh mozzarella; about a quarter cup of shredded mozzarella
- 3 tablespoon olive oil divded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- black cracked pepper
- 2 cloves garlic pressed
- 1 shallot chopped
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- ⅓ cup white wine
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- fresh basil torn
Instructions
- Cut chicken - Place the chicken breasts flat on a cutting board. Tenderize the breasts to make them the same thickness. Use a knife to cut about ¾ of the way through the chicken without cutting all the way through. Make the incision parallel to the cutting board. This creates a pocket that will hold the cheese.2 chicken breasts
- Stuff and season chicken - Spread about a ½ tablespoon of pesto inside of the chicken breast pockets. Place a slice of mozzarella or about a tablespoon of shredded mozzarella inside of the pockets on top of the pesto and push the cheese toward the back of the pocket. Use toothpicks to close the pockets. Rub the breasts with about a tablespoon of olive oil and season the outside of the chicken with the garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper on both sides, or season to taste. You can also use premixed Italian seasoning.1 tablespoon pesto, 2 oz mozzarella, 3 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon sea salt, black cracked pepper
- Sear chicken - Heat about a tablespoon of olive oil in a large heavy bottomed skillet or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken until each piece is golden, about 4 minutes each side. Place the lid on once you flip the chicken over. Remove the chicken from the pan.3 tablespoon olive oil
- Make tomato sauce - In the same skillet, heat about a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots to the oil and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the tomatoes and allow them to cook untouched for 2-3 minutes until they begin to char and blister. Stir the tomatoes and add white wine to deglaze the pan. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bits of chicken and tomatoes from the pan.3 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 1 shallot, 1 pint cherry tomatoes, ⅓ cup white wine
- Cook chicken in sauce - Once most of the wine burns off, turn down the heat, stir in chicken broth, and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes. Add torn basil leaves, pepper, and salt, and give the sauce a stir to incorporate all of the ingredients. Add chicken back into the pan and nestle each breast in the sauce. Spoon some of the sauce onto each piece and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees. Remove the pan from heat and serve immediately.fresh basil, ⅓ cup chicken broth
Nutrition
Calories: 651kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 58g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 161mg | Sodium: 1895mg | Potassium: 1472mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1392IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg
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