Dinner stress? Not anymore! These 43 easy chicken dinners are here to make your weeknight meals feel effortless and exciting. From restaurant-style favorites like herb-crusted chicken and creamy Tuscan dishes to family-friendly casseroles, cozy soups, and zesty slow cooker meals, there’s something here for every craving and cooking style. You’ll find bold flavors, quick prep options, and budget-friendly ideas—perfect for busy nights, laid-back weekends, or feeding a crowd without the fuss. Scroll through and discover just how simple and satisfying dinnertime can be when chicken takes center stage!

Easy Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken Recipe

Texas Roadhouse herb crusted chicken
Easy Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Herb crusted chicken Texas Roadhouse style is a juicy, pan-seared dish with a savory herb crust. Made with dried herbs and olive oil, this beginner-friendly recipe is perfect for easy dinners or family gatherings. Enjoy bold restaurant flavor without leaving your kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Easy Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken Recipe

Creamy Cajun Gravy Smothered Chicken

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Creamy Cajun Gravy Smothered Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Using your crock pot and blending your own Cajun seasoning, it’s easy to make this Cajun Smothered Chicken Recipe with rich gravy.
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Easy One-Pot Green Chili Chicken Soup

A rustic bowl filled with a hearty white bean soup, garnished with chopped herbs, sliced jalapeños, and lime wedges. A spoon rests in the bowl. A small bowl of jalapeños is in the background on a woven placemat.
Easy One-Pot Green Chili Chicken Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Green Chicken Chili with tender chicken, green salsa, beans, and corn. A hearty, one-pot meal that’s easy to make and perfect for busy nights!
Get the Recipe: Easy One-Pot Green Chili Chicken Soup

One Pan Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe

A white baking dish filled with a baked rice dish topped with several pieces of seasoned chicken and white sauce drizzles. The dish is placed on a wooden board with fresh basil nearby, and a white and blue towel underneath.
One Pan Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Creamy chicken and rice casserole with coconut milk, jasmine rice, and savory herbs. Juicy chicken and creamy rice will become a favorite.
Get the Recipe: One Pan Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe

Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken and Dressing

Four ingredient baked chicken with stuffing
Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken and Dressing. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dressing is a creamy, hearty comfort food classic that’s perfect for busy days or cozy gatherings. With just four ingredients, this easy crockpot meal delivers homemade flavor with minimal effort. Serve it with your favorite sides and enjoy a warm, satisfying dinner with the people you love.
Get the Recipe: Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken and Dressing

Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes

Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Creamy, loaded with cheese, and chunks of tender chicken, this Chicken Hashbrown Casserole is topped with crispy cornflakes.
Get the Recipe: Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes

Easy Crockpot Whole Chicken Recipe

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Easy Crockpot Whole Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This super easy crock pot whole chicken recipe is tender, juicy and delicious. It also lowers grocery budget to roast your own chicken.
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Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe

Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make, Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe combines cheese tortellini, tender chicken with a blend of Italian herbs in a creamy broth.
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Cheesy Chicken Potato Casserole With Bacon

A baked casserole in a white dish, featuring diced potatoes topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and garnished with fresh parsley. The dish rests on a yellow and white checked cloth.
Cheesy Chicken Potato Casserole With Bacon. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy loaded baked chicken potato casserole recipe features baked potatoes, chicken, and seasonings topped with bacon and cheese.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chicken Potato Casserole With Bacon

Homemade Orange Chicken

A white bowl filled with rice topped with saucy, golden-brown cauliflower and garnished with chopped green onions. The bowl is placed on a wooden board with a pair of chopsticks beside it.
Homemade Orange Chicken. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

Move over take out menus, this homemade Orange Chicken Recipe is here and couldn’t be more flavorful and easy to make. This chicken recipe is full of savory and orange citrus flavors that really pack a punch! Why settle for fast food when you can make your very own orange chicken at home?
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Quick & Easy Honey Chicken Recipe

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Quick & Easy Honey Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make this sweet and spicy honey chicken recipe for a quick weeknight dinner in less than 20 minutes. It’s sure to become a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Quick & Easy Honey Chicken Recipe

Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup {Crockpot}

A top view of a hearty chili bowl filled with beans, corn, peppers, and topped with sour cream, cilantro, and a slice of green chili. Surrounding the bowl are tortilla chips, another bowl of chili, shredded cheese, and sour cream.
Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup {Crockpot}. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Hearty Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup Recipe is an easy make-ahead soup recipe that is full of traditional Mexican seasonings and veggies.
Get the Recipe: Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup {Crockpot}

Curried Coconut Chicken

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Curried Coconut Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Curried Coconut chicken is a sweet and spicy exotic-tasting dish that is an easy, crowd pleasing one pan meal.
Get the Recipe: Curried Coconut Chicken

Cheesy Slow-Cooked Chicken Parmesan

A plate of spaghetti topped with homemade chicken parmesan, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, garnished with fresh basil leaves. The dish is served on a red and white plate, with a grater and a striped cloth napkin in the background.
Cheesy Slow-Cooked Chicken Parmesan. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Easy Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan Recipe takes tender chicken breasts, coats them in Panko bread crumbs, and cooks them with marinara in a slow cooker. It is perfect for those wanting a restaurant-quality meal without the effort.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Slow-Cooked Chicken Parmesan

Cozy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

A bowl of chicken noodle soup with wide egg noodles, shredded chicken, and fresh parsley is placed on a decorative blue and white plate. Next to the bowl is a folded white cloth with blue stripes. Three square crackers are situated on the side of the plate.
Cozy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup, made with tender chicken breasts, herbs, and veggies in a flavorful broth, perfect for low-stress, hearty meals.
Get the Recipe: Cozy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Easy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings Dry Rub

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Easy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings Dry Rub. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Looking for a quick tasty way to make crispy oven baked chicken wings? The secret is this easy, dry rub chicken wings recipe along with a few tips and tricks I will share with you.
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Chicken In Green Salsa; Pollo Verde Recipe

chicken verde over rice
Chicken In Green Salsa; Pollo Verde Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Quick prep Slow Cooker Pollo Verde Recipe spotlights a roasted salsa verde sauce. A step-by-step guide will show you how to make this mouth-watering Pollo Verde dish with a simple and quick tangy salsa verde recipe.
Get The Recipe: Chicken In Green Salsa; Pollo Verde Recipe

Portobello Mushroom Chicken with Creamy Sauce

Texas Roadhouse chicken
Portobello Mushroom Chicken with Creamy Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Portobello Mushroom Chicken recipe is made with herb infused chicken breasts, in a creamy portobello mushrooms sauce.
Get the Recipe: Portobello Mushroom Chicken with Creamy Sauce

Juicy and Sweet Chicken Tocino Recipe

Sweet and sour chicken with rice and fried egg
Juicy and Sweet Chicken Tocino Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This simple slow cooker recipe for easy chicken tocino is sweet and tangy, with a simple homemade marinade that’s quick and easy.
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Easy-Prep Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken

A round white dish of rotini pasta topped with a creamy sauce, herbs, sundried tomatoes, spinach, and a piece of chicken breast, garnished with shaved cheese, on a red plate with a striped towel in the background.
Easy-Prep Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish that’s easy to prepare with minimal effort. Made with tender chicken, garlic, spinach, and Parmesan, it’s perfect for casual family dinners or hosting guests with ease. Enjoy it over pasta or potatoes for a flavorful, crowd pleasing meal that brings people together.
Get the Recipe: Easy-Prep Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken

Instant Pot Pulled Chicken

Instant pot hold barbecue chicken sandwich with Pickles
Instant Pot Pulled Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This quick and delicious Instant Pot pulled BBQ chicken recipe is perfect for sandwiches, BBQ plates, or tacos in just 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pulled Chicken

Delicious Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos (Easy 5-Min Prep!)

Crock pot chicken for taco meat
Delicious Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos (Easy 5-Min Prep!). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Spice up your taco dinner with this authentic Mexican crockpot chicken tacos recipe. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these tacos are not only delicious but also easy to prep in under 5 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Delicious Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos (Easy 5-Min Prep!)

Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Soup With Chicken

jalapeno popper soup with bacon and cheese on top
Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Soup With Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy and cheesy Jalapeno Popper Soup has savory bacon, spicy jalapenos, and melty cheese, just like the classic appetizer but better.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Soup With Chicken

Best Ranch Chicken Recipe

A plate of creamy chicken alfredo pasta garnished with shredded cheese and green onions. A fork is lifting a portion of the dish. The plate rests on a blue and white striped cloth.
Best Ranch Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Best Ranch Chicken Recipe is a simple to make, yummy recipe that combines cream cheese, zesty ranch seasoning with tender, juicy chicken for a meal the whole family will love.
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Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Recipe

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Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crispy Skin Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe only takes 2 min. prep and you get extra crispy skin on the outside and a juicy bite on the inside.
Get the Recipe: Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Recipe

Cheesy Chicken & Tortilla Mexican Soup

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Cheesy Chicken & Tortilla Mexican Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cheesy Tortilla Mexican Chicken Soup Recipe is a rich blend of chicken, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, and authentic Mexican spices.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chicken & Tortilla Mexican Soup

Saucy Lemon & Garlic Chicken Recipe

A white scalloped plate with creamy pasta topped with a seasoned chicken breast, garnished with lemon slices and parsley. The dish is placed on a light background with a yellow and white checkered cloth beside it.
Saucy Lemon & Garlic Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Indulge in this Crock Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken smothered in a rich and creamy sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta. Only 15 minutes of prep.
Get the Recipe: Saucy Lemon & Garlic Chicken Recipe

Slow-Cooked Salsa Chicken

A white oval dish filled with shredded Mexican chicken, seasoned with spices, sits on a wooden surface. Nearby are corn tortillas, a small bowl of shredded cheese, and a dark patterned cloth.
Slow-Cooked Salsa Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Salsa chicken in the slow cooker is an easy 10 minute prep, recipe for tender, flavorful shredded chicken for tacos, burritos, and more.
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Cozy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Crockpot Recipe

Two bowls of creamy chicken gnocchi soup with carrots, celery, spinach, and herbs are placed on a red and beige cloth. One bowl has a spoon. The soup is thick and hearty, showcasing chunks of vegetables and gnocchi.
Cozy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Crockpot Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe is easy to make in a crock pot and loaded with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and fluffy gnocchi.
Get the Recipe: Cozy Chicken Gnocchi Soup Crockpot Recipe

Quick Spicy Thai Chicken Dish

thai chicken with coconut on it.
Quick Spicy Thai Chicken Dish. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This spicy Thai chicken recipe cooks up juicy, flavored packed chicken breasts in 30 minutes for an easy weeknight meal everyone will love.
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Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

A bowl of creamy chicken spaghetti with shredded cheddar cheese on top. Spaghetti noodles are mixed with a cheesy sauce and diced tomatoes. A fork is lifting a portion of the dish. A red napkin and small bowls are in the background.
Chicken Spaghetti Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cheesy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, slow-cooked dish with tender chicken, melty cheese, and a little spice. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Easy White Chili Soup With Chicken

A bowl of creamy white chicken chili topped with shredded cheese and jalapeño slices. Surrounding the bowl are tortilla chips, a small bowl of shredded cheese, and a dish of sliced jalapeños. The background is a patterned cloth.
Easy White Chili Soup With Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make white chili recipe with chicken crock pot style is a creamy, mildly spicy soup with tender chicken, beans, and chili spices.
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French Onion Soup Mix Chicken Casserole

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French Onion Soup Mix Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

French onion soup mix, a few pantry ingredients, chicken, and a slow cooker, you’ll have a hearty and satisfying one-pot chicken casserole dinner.
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Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken With Pasta

A bowl of creamy white pasta topped with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes. The dish is served on a blue ceramic plate, with a sprig of fresh parsley and a grater with cheese nearby on a checkered cloth.
Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken With Pasta. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Garlic Parmesan Chicken is perfect for hosting or busy day dinners because the slow cooker does all the work while you focus on creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for your loved ones. Serve it over pasta and garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes for a simple yet delicious meal that brings everyone to the table.
Get the Recipe: Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken With Pasta

Easy-Baked Pepper and Lemon Chicken

A rectangular dish contains baked lemon chicken fillets, topped with lemon slices and herbs. The chicken is glazed with a sauce, and the dish is set on a yellow and white checkered cloth.
Easy-Baked Pepper and Lemon Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make baked lemon pepper chicken combines fresh zesty lemon, mellow baked garlic, and the slightly spicy taste of black pepper.
Get the Recipe: Easy-Baked Pepper and Lemon Chicken

Super Easy One-Pot Chicken Corn Soup

Chicken corn chowder in a bowl with bacon and sprinkled on top
Super Easy One-Pot Chicken Corn Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock pot chicken corn soup makes an easy meal for weeknights! It cooks up mostly unattended until you’re ready to serve it up for dinner.
Get the Recipe: Super Easy One-Pot Chicken Corn Soup

Delicious Chicken Salad Recipe With Grapes

Four triangular slices of wheat bread sandwiches filled with chicken salad, grapes, and green leafy vegetables on a white plate. The plate rests on a yellow and white striped cloth.
Delicious Chicken Salad Recipe With Grapes. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This quick and easy chicken salad with grapes is packed with flavor! Made with tender chicken, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and a creamy dressing, it’s ready in just 10 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Delicious Chicken Salad Recipe With Grapes

Old-Fashioned Chicken And Dumplings With Veggies

Homemade chicken and dumplings
Old-Fashioned Chicken And Dumplings With Veggies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Old fashioned crock pot chicken and dumplings recipe creates soft chewy dumplings, tender chicken and veggies smothered in a creamy sauce.
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Salt & Pepper Chinese Chicken Wings

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Salt & Pepper Chinese Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make at home, Salt & Pepper Chinese Chicken Wings Recipe has a peppery heat with a drizzle of hot honey for sweetness. Not fried!
Get the Recipe: Salt & Pepper Chinese Chicken Wings

Rich & Creamy Italian Mississippi Chicken

Mississippi chicken
Rich & Creamy Italian Mississippi Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Deliciously creamy Italian Mississippi Chicken with tender chicken breasts, spicy Italian banana peppers, & heavy cream. Quick 10-minute prep!
Get the Recipe: Rich & Creamy Italian Mississippi Chicken

Easy 3-Ingredient Wings (Soda Pop)

bbq chicken wings with sauce brushed on
Easy 3-Ingredient Wings (Soda Pop). Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Looking for an easy and delicious recipe for juicy BBQ chicken wings? This Easy 3 Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe will become your favorite go-to recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have juicy and flavorful chicken wings that will surely be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole Recipe

Close-up of a creamy and crumbly dish, featuring tender chicken covered in a thick, white sauce and topped with golden, crispy cracker crumbs. The texture appears rich and indulgent, served on a white plate.
Creamy Ranch Chicken Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

Made with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor this creamy Chicken Ranch Casserole is a simple dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
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Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds

Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Ultra creamy, this chicken and wild rice casserole is always a favorite. Chicken, rice, & cheese topped with almonds and no canned soup.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds

37 Kid Approved Recipes That Make Your Life Easy

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37 Kid Approved Recipes. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Looking for easy meals the whole family will actually want to eat? These 37 kid-approved recipes are packed with creamy, cheesy, meaty, and downright delicious flavors your little ones will love—and you’ll love how simple they are to make! From slow cooker staples like Creamy & Meaty Spaghetti Sauce, cheesy taco mac, and ultra-comforting chicken and dumplings to air fryer chicken legs, baked casseroles, and cozy soups like Crockpot Chicken Noodle or Cheesy Tortilla Soup, this collection has every mealtime covered. With quick prep, minimal fuss, and loads of flavor, these dishes are the ultimate dinner win—don’t miss a single one! Get All The Recipes: 37 Kid Approved Recipes That Make Your Life Easy