You can never have too many ideas for how to cook chicken. You can bake it, roast it, stir-fry it, poach it…you get the idea. Here, you’ll find plenty of ideas for dinner. Never get stuck in a rut again!
Favorite Winter Chicken Recipes
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Classic Baked Chicken
1 hr, 5 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoIf you can bake chicken, you can make dinner over and over again. This is a simple recipe with salt, pepper, and olive oil, but so versatile. -
Chicken and Dumplings
1 hrChicken and dumplings is comfort food at its best! Start with a hearty chicken and vegetable stew, then add easy homemade dumplings that cook up light and fluffy. -
Instant Pot Chicken Soup
1 hr, 20 minGluten-Free, PaleoMake quick chicken soup in the pressure cooker! This classic recipe is made with whole chicken (or chicken pieces), carrots, onions, and celery, and it's ready in 60 minutes. Just add noodles for chicken noodle soup! -
Buffalo Wings
1 hrGluten-Free, Low CarbOven-Baked Buffalo Wings! Here's an easier and less messy way to make Buffalo Wings. Marinate your wings in a spicy sauce, broil them briefly, then serve with a tangy blue cheese sauce. -
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
2 hrs, 15 minHealthyThe BEST homemade chicken noodle soup! This version is made from scratch, so it's light and nourishing. All the goodness from the chicken in one pot of soup. Just what you need to recover from a cold or the flu. -
White Chicken Chili
2 hrs, 55 minGluten-FreeThis easy White Chicken Chili is like a milder, calmer cousin to Texas beef chili. Make it with canned or dry beans, and add extra chili peppers for more heat if you like! Keeps well and freezes well. -
Chicken Pot Pie
1 hr, 55 minThis from-scratch Chicken Pot Pie is adapted from Marshall Field's classic recipe. With a slow-cooked chicken, a creamy vegetable filling, and a handmade pie crust, this pot pie is the ultimate comfort food. -
Coq au Vin
Coq au Vin is a classic French stewed chicken recipe, with bacon, mushrooms, and pearl onions. -
Chicken Stew with Onions, Tomatoes, and Dijon
1 hr, 25 minGluten-FreeEasy and hearty chicken stew recipe with loads of red onions and tomatoes! Seasoned with Dijon mustard. -
Chicken Noodle Casserole
1 hr, 10 minThis Chicken Noodle Casserole is sure to hit the spot, especially if you’re looking to feed a family, satisfy that comfort food craving, or have leftovers to last the week. No canned cream of anything in this casserole. It’s from scratch and 100 percent delicious. -
One-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup
45 minGluten-FreeOne-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup! Throw bone-in chicken, rice, and vegetables together in a pot and simmer until they're done. It's the easiest soup ever, ready in under an hour.
Easy Chicken Pasta Dinners!
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Chicken Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta
20 min20 Min EASY Chicken Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta! Swap the shrimp for chicken in this classic recipe. All you need is chicken, angel hair pasta, butter, olive oil, garlic, white wine, lemon, and parsley. Perfect midweek dinner! -
Chicken Florentine Pesto Pasta
30 minA marriage of traditional chicken Florentine with pasta and basil pesto. Sliced sautéed chicken breasts with spinach, garlic, white wine, cream, pesto, and pasta. -
Vietnamese-Style Noodle Bowls with Chicken
1 hr, 10 minGluten-Free, HealthyEasy Vietnamese-Style Noodle Bowls with Chicken are the perfect meal in a bowl. Made with vermicelli rice noodles, chicken, fresh herbs and vegetables, and a tangy rice vinegar dressing. -
Pasta Skillet with Chicken Sausage, Cheese & Spinach
40 minTry this one-skillet pasta dinner with chicken sausage, cheese, and spinach! Takes only 30 minutes to make. -
Roast Chicken on Angel Hair Pasta
1 hr, 5 minRoast your chicken on top of angel hair pasta for a 2-in-1 meal! The pan drippings make an amazing sauce for the pasta. -
Buffalo Chicken Lasagna
1 hr, 15 minBuffalo Chicken Lasagna! Two great dishes, together at last. Creamy blue cheese sauce and spicy chicken layered with lasagna noodles. Perfect for game day and potlucks. -
Skillet Chicken with Cheesy Orzo and Zucchini
45 minChicken and pasta and cheese, oh my! Zucchini gives this weeknight meal some veggie love, and the best part? The whole thing cooks in one skillet, minimizing the mess. -
Easy Chicken Mac and Cheese
1 hr, 5 minChicken and cheese are made for each other in the ultimate comfort food — easy chicken mac and cheese. Top with crispy breadcrumbs for the perfect finish! -
Easy Weeknight Chicken Ramen
30 minHealthyA warm bowl of ramen need not be a big ordeal of time or fuss, as this weeknight chicken ramen attests. Boost store-bought chicken broth with some flavor enhancers and assemble your bowls in under 30 minutes. -
Chicken Pasta with Thyme-Mint Cream Sauce
40 minCubed chicken sautéed in olive oil, served with pasta in a creamy sauce infused with thyme, mint, and honey. -
Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta
35 minCreamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta with penne, sautéed strips of chicken breast, broth, cream, goat cheese, parmesan, lemon, and asparagus! Easy midweek meal, perfect for spring! -
Rotisserie Chicken Stroganoff
40 minGive classic stroganoff a twist with some shredded rotisserie chicken! This whole dinner comes together in a jiffy, making it a new staple for busy weeknights. -
Chicken Piccata Pasta
40 minChicken piccata gets the full pasta treatment! Cook the penne, make a quick butter sauce, and assemble it all together. This easy lemony chicken dish will wow your kids! -
Chicken Pad Thai
22 minA take-out favorite comes home for dinner. Here's our version of Pad Thai with chicken. A little prep goes a long way and makes this dish an easy stovetop dinner. You can do this!
Chicken Soup to Warm You Up
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How to Make Chicken Stock
Gluten-FreeThree tried and true methods for making GREAT homemade chicken stock. One method involves simmering a chicken carcass with vegetables. The other methods require sautéing chopped pieces of backs and wings first, before simmering with water and veggies. -
Quick Chicken Pho
40 minGluten-Free, HealthyQuick weeknight chicken pho from expert Andrea Nguyen! Shortcut version of traditional Vietnamese noodle soup. 30-minutes. Gluten-free. -
Chicken Mulligatawny Soup
1 hrGluten-FreeChicken Mulligatawny curry soup! So EASY to make and absolutely delicious, you will want to make over and over again. -
Chicken and Dumplings
1 hrChicken and dumplings is comfort food at its best! Start with a hearty chicken and vegetable stew, then add easy homemade dumplings that cook up light and fluffy. -
Avgolemono Soup
35 minAn easy version of the classic Greek avgolemono soup of chicken with rice or orzo pasta finished with egg and lemon. -
Mexican Chicken Lime Soup (Sopa de Lima)
1 hr, 25 minGluten-FreeEasy and delicious Mexican chicken soup! With tomato, habanero, tortilla strips, and lime. Specialty of the Yucatan! -
Lemon Chicken Chickpea Soup
1 hr, 15 minGluten-FreeMoroccan inspired lemon chicken soup with chickpeas, rice, turmeric, and cumin. Delicious! -
Instant Pot Chicken Soup
1 hr, 20 minGluten-Free, PaleoMake quick chicken soup in the pressure cooker! This classic recipe is made with whole chicken (or chicken pieces), carrots, onions, and celery, and it's ready in 60 minutes. Just add noodles for chicken noodle soup! -
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
2 hrs, 15 minHealthyThe BEST homemade chicken noodle soup! This version is made from scratch, so it's light and nourishing. All the goodness from the chicken in one pot of soup. Just what you need to recover from a cold or the flu. -
Chicken Pozole
2 hrs, 15 minGluten-Free, HealthyMexican chicken pozole recipe, pozole blanco, traditional dish of Guerrero, Mexico, made with hominy, chicken, and several garnishes. -
White Chicken Chili
2 hrs, 55 minGluten-FreeThis easy White Chicken Chili is like a milder, calmer cousin to Texas beef chili. Make it with canned or dry beans, and add extra chili peppers for more heat if you like! Keeps well and freezes well. -
Chicken Tortilla Soup
30 minGluten-FreeThis is truly the best chicken tortilla soup! This classic Mexican soup with chicken and tomatoes is topped with crispy fried tortillas, avocado, Jack cheese, cilantro, and lime. -
Chicken Soup with Ginger and Shiitake Mushrooms
45 minGluten-FreeA simple, light Chinese chicken soup with chicken thighs, shiitake mushrooms and ginger. -
Mom’s Cold-Season Chicken Soup
30 minThis light chicken broth soup is perfect for cold season! It's easy to digest and made with homemade chicken stock. -
Soba Noodle Soup with Chicken and Bok Choy
30 minThis soba noodle soup with chicken and baby bok choy is speedy comfort food! Seasoned with ginger, lime, scallions, and herbs. A true 30-minute meal. -
Easy Mexican Chicken and Rice Soup
25 minGluten-FreeThis Mexican Chicken and Rice Soup takes classic chicken soup to a spicy, tomatoey new place. Serve with cilantro, lime wedges, and tortillas on the side. -
Chicken Minestrone with Basil Pesto
45 minHealthyHere's an easy chicken minestrone with basil pesto! It's easy to adapt with whatever beans, pasta, and fresh vegetables you have in the pantry. Feeds a crowd and freezes well. -
One-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup
45 minGluten-FreeOne-Pot Chicken and Rice Soup! Throw bone-in chicken, rice, and vegetables together in a pot and simmer until they're done. It's the easiest soup ever, ready in under an hour. -
Matzo Ball Soup
3 hrs, 5 minHomemade matzo ball soup for Passover or anytime! Fluffy matzo balls in a light, clear broth. Add chicken meat for a heartier meal. -
Easy Weeknight Chicken Ramen
30 minHealthyA warm bowl of ramen need not be a big ordeal of time or fuss, as this weeknight chicken ramen attests. Boost store-bought chicken broth with some flavor enhancers and assemble your bowls in under 30 minutes. -
Colombian Chicken Soup
1 hr, 55 minGluten-FreeColombian chicken soup made with chicken thighs and legs, onion, corn, potatoes, cilantro, capers and a special Columbian Ajiaco sauce. -
Homemade Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
45 minAll the creamy goodness of condensed cream of chicken soup, but made from scratch with whole ingredients. Use this soup in any recipe calling for condensed canned soup, or thin it out with some broth and eat it all on its own! -
Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup
30 minThis quick chicken noodle soup using rotisserie chicken is a winner if you're cooking a family dinner. Kids love soup! You can make it quickly, freeze it, and even add a soft-boiled egg to take it up a notch. -
Slow Cooker Chicken Stock
10 minThere's something so satisfying about making your own chicken stock, and doing it in the slow cooker is a total set-it-and-forget-it exercise. Use it in soups and risotto, sip it from a mug, freeze it for future use—the possibilities are endless.
Healthy Recipes with Chicken Breast
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Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken
45 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low Carb, PaleoGrilled Cilantro Lime Chicken! Marinate skinless boneless chicken breasts in lime juice and cilantro marinade and then quickly grill to perfection. So easy! -
Quick Chicken Pho
40 minGluten-Free, HealthyQuick weeknight chicken pho from expert Andrea Nguyen! Shortcut version of traditional Vietnamese noodle soup. 30-minutes. Gluten-free. -
Grilled Moroccan Chicken
2 hrs, 20 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbSkinless boneless chicken breasts marinated in yogurt with garlic, cumin, and paprika, then grilled. -
Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken
35 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbThis chicken with creamy dijon mustard sauce is an easy and fast weeknight meal. The chicken cutlets and sauce are all cooked in the same skillet, making clean-up a breeze. -
Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce
1 hr, 2 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbGrilled chicken breast skewers, marinated in a yogurt lemon marinade, grilled with lemon slices, served with cucumber yogurt tzatziki sauce -
How to Grill Juicy Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
50 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low Carb, PaleoHow to get juicy chicken breasts on the grill? It's all in the brine! Just 30 minutes of brining makes all the difference between dry chicken and perfect chicken. -
Chicken with Goat Cheese and Arugula
30 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbSkinless, boneless chicken breasts, pounded thin, wrapped around an arugula and goat cheese stuffing and roasted. -
Zucchini Noodle Chicken Pesto Bowl
30 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbQuick and easy, sautéed zucchini noodles tossed with pesto, chicken and tomatoes. -
Chipotle Grilled Chicken with Avocado Sandwich
HealthyGrilled chicken with avocado sandwich, seasoned with chipotle. The fire of the chipotle chile powder is balanced out by the creamy cooling flavor of the avocado. -
Chicken Cutlets with Caper Sauce
25 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low CarbEasy chicken cutlets with caper sauce. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin, seared, served with a caper sauce over arugula, fennel and shaved Parmesan. 1 pan, cooks in 15 minutes! -
BBQ Chicken Burrito Bowl
25 minGluten-Free, HealthyMake-ahead BBQ Chicken Burrito Bowl with corn, black beans, and pico de gallo. Great for lunch or dinner during busy weeks! -
Skillet Chicken Puttanesca
30 minGluten-Free, Healthy, PaleoThis Skillet Chicken Puttanesca comes together so quickly, you'll hardly believe how good it tastes. Made with chicken breasts, canned tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, fresh oregano, and plenty of olive oil. Ready in 30 minutes. -
Broccoli, Chicken, and Almond Sauté
30 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low Carb, PaleoBroccoli, first blanched, then sautéed briefly with sliced grilled chicken, toasted almonds, sesame oil, and red chile flakes. -
Chicken Minestrone with Basil Pesto
45 minHealthyHere's an easy chicken minestrone with basil pesto! It's easy to adapt with whatever beans, pasta, and fresh vegetables you have in the pantry. Feeds a crowd and freezes well. -
Chicken Curry Salad
25 minGluten-Free, HealthyA great chicken curry salad recipe for potlucks or picnics. Chicken, curry powder, onion, raisins, apple, and cilantro. Mayo optional. -
Grilled Chicken Tarragon with Tomato Sauce
35 minGluten-Free, Healthy, PaleoSimple and easy, grilled chicken recipe, topped with a tomato tarragon sauce.
Recent Chicken Recipes & Ideas
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Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Soup
4 hrs, 20 minDairy-Free, Gluten-Free, HealthySavory mushrooms, a hearty wild rice blend and a bit of herbes de Provence make this Chicken and Rice Soup special. Grab your slow cooker to have it waiting for you at dinnertime—it’s ready in 3 hours. -
How to Cook Chicken in the Instant Pot
35 minLow Carb, PaleoNeed chicken fast? The pressure cooker is the way to go! This method is fast, simple, and foolproof. Keep the seasoning simple or mix it up depending on how you're serving the chicken. -
Chicken Tortilla Soup
30 minGluten-FreeThis is truly the best chicken tortilla soup! This classic Mexican soup with chicken and tomatoes is topped with crispy fried tortillas, avocado, Jack cheese, cilantro, and lime. -
5 Kitchen Shortcuts to Make Dinner Prep a Breeze
Getting smart in the kitchen means finding small shortcuts that make a big impact! And we're excited to share all our best tips today, guaranteed to buy you more time (and sanity) in getting dinner on the table this week. -
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
2 hrs, 15 minHealthyThe BEST homemade chicken noodle soup! This version is made from scratch, so it's light and nourishing. All the goodness from the chicken in one pot of soup. Just what you need to recover from a cold or the flu. -
Zesty Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Bowls
15 minHealthyPacked with roasted chicken, black beans, rice and all the fixings, this people-pleaser is sure to become a staple in your weekly rotation! -
Italian Gnocchi Skillet with Chicken and Pesto
15 minYou know those weeknights when you WANT to cook a homemade meal but just don't have it in you? This dinner is for you! It comes together in mere minutes thanks to store bought pesto, gnocchi, goat cheese and roasted chicken strips! -
5 Memorable Recipes for a Small Scale Thanksgiving
Fewer guests at the holiday table this year? Never fear! We've got a delicious, doable menu that's sure to delight yet won't take the whole day to pull together. -
Chicken Pot Pie
1 hr, 55 minThis from-scratch Chicken Pot Pie is adapted from Marshall Field's classic recipe. With a slow-cooked chicken, a creamy vegetable filling, and a handmade pie crust, this pot pie is the ultimate comfort food. -
Chicken and Dumplings
1 hrChicken and dumplings is comfort food at its best! Start with a hearty chicken and vegetable stew, then add easy homemade dumplings that cook up light and fluffy. -
14 Irresistible Chicken Soup Recipes that Will Leave You Wanting More
It’s soup season and nothing says comfort better than a hot bowl of homemade chicken soup. Start with classic Chicken Noodle Soup, mix it up with a bowl of Chicken Udon Soup with Bok Choy or go for something hearty like Chicken Mulligatawny. Whichever soup you choose, you’re sure to be satisfied. -
Easy Chicken Pot Pie
1 hr, 35 minHomemade chicken pot pie is comfort food at its best. This easy-to-make version lets you prep the pie and make the gravy while the chicken roasts in the oven. Make it even easier on yourself by using frozen vegetables, rotisserie chicken, and store-bought puff pastry rather than pie dough. -
Buffalo Wings
1 hrGluten-Free, Low CarbOven-Baked Buffalo Wings! Here's an easier and less messy way to make Buffalo Wings. Marinate your wings in a spicy sauce, broil them briefly, then serve with a tangy blue cheese sauce. -
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Ranch-Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
1 hrCrispy Ranch-roasted chicken, tender veggies, and crunchy croutons make for one stellar sheet-pan supper. Swap out any seasonal veggies you like and dinner is served! -
Kofta-Style Chicken Stuffed Peppers with Yogurt Mint Sauce
1 hr, 10 minHealthyThese stuffed bell peppers are festive, flavorful, and good for you. The filling is a combo of chicken, garlic, onions, and bright, fresh herbs — a riff on Middle Eastern kofta. Pop them into the oven to bake, then serve with a minty yogurt sauce on the side. -
Barbecued Chicken on the Grill
1 hr, 50 minBBQ Chicken cooked slowly on the grill, slathered with your favorite barbecue sauce — does it get any better? This is the best recipe for making perfect BBQ chicken for all your summer gatherings and cook outs. -
Beer Can Chicken
1 hr, 40 minWhat's Beer Can Chicken, you ask?! A whole chicken cooked upright with a can of beer as its base. The reward? Tender, falling-off-the-bone chicken that's moist on the inside, crispy on the outside. -
Chicken Fajita Stuffed Poblano Peppers
1 hrHealthy, Low CarbMild poblano peppers stuffed with chicken, peppers, corn, and onion for a quick and easy low-carb taco fix! Sprinkle a little queso fresco on top before you bake them up, and weeknight dinner is served. -
Tuscan Chicken Pasta Skillet
1 hr, 5 minHealthyThis quick and easy Tuscan Chicken Pasta Skillet is a one-pot noodle dish made with simple, yet flavorful ingredients. Marinated chicken breast is tossed with tender spaghetti, tomatoes, artichokes, olives, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and herbs. It’s the perfect easy weekday meal! -
Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
30 minIt’s summertime and that means it’s time to grill! These easy grilled BBQ chicken sandwiches are just what you (and your backyard) ordered. Tangy barbecue sauce, shredded chicken, and toasty bun piled high crunchy slaw make this a family dinner win! -
Instant Pot Paella with Chicken and Sausage
50 minNo need for a paella pan for this one-pot meal! The pressure cooker makes paella quick and easy. This rice dish is studded with tender chicken and slices of spicy sausage for lots of flavor. -
Classic Chicken Salad
30 minLow CarbThis family favorite chicken salad is made with celery, bell pepper, green olives, apple, lettuce, and mayo—plus a secret ingredient that makes all the difference! -
BBQ Grilled Chicken Wings
1 hr, 35 minThese Amazing BBQ chicken wings are slow-grilled and slathered in a classic Buffalo wing sauce. Make plenty because everyone will want seconds! -
Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos
4 hrs, 10 minWho wants tacos?! These sweet and spicy slow cooker chipotle chicken tacos are the perfect weeknight dinner. They make a ton, so get ready for leftovers! -
One-Pan Paprika Chicken with Potatoes and Tomatoes
1 hr, 15 minGluten-FreeThis one-pan chicken dinner is made with potatoes, onions, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and an easy paprika sauce. Dairy-free, gluten-free. 1 hour start to finish.
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Avocado Chicken Salad
10 minHealthyEasy and Healthy! Avocado chicken salad with avocado, chopped cooked chicken, apple, celery, and onion. No Mayo! -
Honey Mustard Chicken
55 minGluten-Free, PaleoChicken thighs baked in a simple honey mustard sauce until golden brown, with sprigs of rosemary. -
Chicken Fajitas
55 minHealthyA flavorful marinade and a quick sear make for easy homemade chicken fajitas—onions and bell peppers help, too. This is a classic you can make yourself! -
Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs with Potatoes
1 hr, 15 minGluten-FreeChicken thighs, slathered in herb vinaigrette, roasted on bed of sliced potatoes and shallots. -
Bourbon Maple Glazed Chicken Wings
50 minGluten-FreePerfect party chicken wings! With a tasty glaze made with Bourbon whisky and maple syrup. -
African Chicken Peanut Stew
2 hrs, 15 minGluten-FreeA hearty West African-inspired stew of chicken thighs and legs, sweet potatoes and peanuts that is perfect for a chilly day. -
Classic Baked Chicken
1 hr, 5 minGluten-Free, Low Carb, PaleoIf you can bake chicken, you can make dinner over and over again. This is a simple recipe with salt, pepper, and olive oil, but so versatile. -
Parmesan Chicken
30 minBEST Parmesan Chicken Breast recipe ever! Chicken parts dipped in melted butter, dredged in bread crumbs and Parmesan, and baked until crisp. Delicious baked homemade chicken nuggets! -
Old Bay Chicken Wings
45 minGluten-FreeRoasted chicken wings flavored with Old Bay seasoning and butter, then served with cocktail sauce. -
Chicken Peanut Curry
1 hrWest African inspired chicken peanut curry, with lime, coriander seed, onion, cilantro, mint, ginger, chili, peanuts, and chicken. -
Grilled Cilantro Lime Chicken
45 minGluten-Free, Healthy, Low Carb, PaleoGrilled Cilantro Lime Chicken! Marinate skinless boneless chicken breasts in lime juice and cilantro marinade and then quickly grill to perfection. So easy! -
Honey Mustard Chicken Wings
37 minGluten-FreeThese Honey Mustard Chicken Wings are a go-to party snack. Marinate them with honey, mustard, and soy sauce, and then roast them in the oven. No deep-frying required! -
How to Make Chicken Stock
Gluten-FreeThree tried and true methods for making GREAT homemade chicken stock. One method involves simmering a chicken carcass with vegetables. The other methods require sautéing chopped pieces of backs and wings first, before simmering with water and veggies. -
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Beer Can Chicken
1 hr, 40 minWhat's Beer Can Chicken, you ask?! A whole chicken cooked upright with a can of beer as its base. The reward? Tender, falling-off-the-bone chicken that's moist on the inside, crispy on the outside. -
Chicken Piccata
20 minEasy Chicken Piccata! Takes 20 minutes to make. Chicken breast cutlets, dredged in flour, browned, served with sauce of butter, lemon juice, capers, and stock or wine. -
Quick Chicken Pho
40 minGluten-Free, HealthyQuick weeknight chicken pho from expert Andrea Nguyen! Shortcut version of traditional Vietnamese noodle soup. 30-minutes. Gluten-free. -
Grilled Chicken Nachos
25 minGrilled BBQ Chicken Nachos in foil, perfect for tailgating or camping!
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