Over 90 of Our Best Chicken Recipes Ever
One thing our readers (and Kitchn editors!) have in common is that we all love good list of easy chicken dinner ideas. Whether you have a pack of mild-mannered chicken breast or meaty chicken thighs, this meat is a versatile staple in meal plans because it’s quick and easy to cook, and bursting with delicious possibilities. Of all the recipes we turn to again and again, chicken really tops the charts. Our collection of tasty chicken recipes is near endless, so while it’s impossible to pick favorites, we did pull together some of our very best and brought them all together in one place. Here are more than 90 of our greatest chicken recipes of all time. You’ll definitely want to keep this list handy.
Simple Chicken Recipes
Let’s start with the simplest. While most of the chicken recipes we love dearly are easy, these are the easiest of all. Pull from here when you need a great dinner fast.
Healthy Chicken Recipes
Toss lots of veggies and maybe some whole grains like brown rice in with your chicken and it’s a feel-good meal that really can’t be beat.
Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes
Your slow cooker is good at many things, but whipping together a family-friendly chicken dinner definitely tops the charts. Since the meat cooks low and slow, there isn’t a risk of it drying out.
Baked Chicken Recipes
Crank up the oven and you have endless chicken dinner options. Whether it’s a simple roast chicken you crave or a sheet pan dinner, you won’t be disappointed.
Chicken Breast Recipes
Despite the rising popularity of chicken thighs, chicken breast continues to reign supreme. It’s versatile and crowd-pleasing, so we’re totally fine with it sticking around.
Creamy Chicken Recipes
Sometimes you just need a dash of comfort — adding a splash of cream or some melty cheese to your chicken dinner usually does the trick just perfectly.
Easy Chicken Casseroles
A casserole is always a great way to feed your whole crew. These range from classic to newfangled and are sure to be a hit.