On those extra-hectic nights when cooking feels like a chore, dump-and-bake chicken dinners come to the rescue. These easy recipes let your oven do the heavy lifting while you take a breather (or tackle your to-do list). From gooey French onion casseroles to spicy buffalo tater tot bakes, each recipe is designed to save you time and satisfy your cravings. You’ll want to scroll through every one—because easy, delicious, and stress-free is exactly what busy nights call for.

Perfectly Baked Chicken French Onion Casserole

A rectangular white baking dish filled with a baked dish featuring caramelized onions, melted cheese, and herbs in a rich brown sauce. The dish is set on a wooden board with a yellow cloth beside it.
Perfectly Baked Chicken French Onion Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

With rich, savory flavors and plenty of gooey cheese, this casserole tastes like it’s been passed down for generations. It’s a hug in casserole form, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings Recipe

dry rub chicken wings that were baked in the oven
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings Recipe. 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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Fully Loaded Baked Chicken Potato Casserole

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.
Fully Loaded Baked Chicken Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy loaded baked chicken potato casserole recipe features baked potatoes, chicken, and seasonings topped with bacon and cheese.
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Cheesy Baked Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe

A casserole dish filled with a creamy noodle bake topped with golden breadcrumbs and herbs. Visible ingredients include peas and sliced carrots in a cream sauce. A spoon is placed inside, ready to serve. The dish is set on a textured gray surface.
Cheesy Baked Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole is a great weeknight meal that comes together in a cinch even though it’s made from scratch!
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Cheesy Baked Chicken Meatballs

chicken parmesan meatballs
Cheesy Baked Chicken Meatballs. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cheesy Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs recipe is a twist on the classic dish. Italian chicken meatballs in marinara topped with melted cheese.
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Cheesy Queso Chicken

Close-up of a cheesy baked dish with melted cheese and chunks of tomatoes, garnished with chopped parsley. The creamy texture and golden-brown spots give it an appetizing appearance.
Cheesy Queso Chicken. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Baked Queso Chicken will be your new favorite weeknight meal! It’s not only QUICK and EASY, but delicious. With just a few ingredients and a special tip, you’ll have moist and tender chicken on the table with almost no effort.
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Creamy Baked Chicken 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.
Creamy Baked Chicken 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.
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Zesty Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe

A white rectangular dish filled with golden-brown baked chicken breasts, garnished with lemon slices, herbs, and spices, placed on a white and yellow checkered cloth.
Zesty Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Insanely Easy Recipes.

Easy to make baked lemon pepper chicken is a flavorful dish that combines zesty lemon, mellow baked garlic, and black pepper.
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Chicken and French Onion Soup Casserole

french onion chicken
Chicken and French Onion Soup Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Easy Chicken and French Onion Soup Casserole is a simple and tasty dish perfect for busy weeknights. All you need is a few basic pantry ingredients, soup mix, chicken, and a slow cooker. In just a few minutes, you’ll have a hearty and satisfying one-pot casserole dinner that everyone will love!
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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 baked to golden perfection in just 40 minutes and is just as delicious for breakfast as it is for dinner.
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Buffalo Chicken Casserole Recipe With Tater Tots

Buffalo Chicken Casserole Recipe With Tater Tots. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Satisfy your comfort food craving with this buffalo chicken casserole (or hot dish).It’s made with ground chicken, ranch dressing, hot sauce, and frozen tater tots.
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Oven Baked BBQ Chicken

Close-up of glazed barbecue chicken pieces garnished with chopped fresh parsley, arranged on a white plate. The chicken has a shiny, caramelized surface, indicating it is cooked and sauced.
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

I love an easy dinner and this Oven Baked BBQ Chicken is just the ticket. Chicken thighs and legs are seasoned with seasoning salt, slathered with homemade BBQ sauce and baked until sticky sweet perfection. Similar to my classic baked chicken legs recipe, but covered in bbq sauce.
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Baked 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.
Baked 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. Serve with some Butter Rice and Maple Glazed Carrots for the perfect meal!
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29 Easy Ground Beef Dinners Perfect for Crazy Nights

A plate of spaghetti topped with chili, kidney beans, chopped onions, and shredded cheese. A fork is lifting some noodles. In the background, bowls of shredded cheese, chopped onions, and beans are visible.
29 Easy Ground Beef Dinners Perfect for Crazy Nights. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Crazy schedules don’t mean you have to settle for boring dinners. This recipe round-up is packed with family-friendly meals that are simple, affordable, and full of flavor. From cheesy casseroles to comforting soups and slow-cooked classics, these recipes will help you get dinner on the table fast—without sacrificing taste. You’ll want to scroll through them all to find your new weeknight go-to! Get All The Recipes: 29 Easy Ground Beef Dinners Perfect for Crazy Nights