27 Flavor-Packed Ideas for Our Favorite Chicken Recipes Yet (2024)

Introducing: The top-rated and favorite chicken recipes ever developed in the Better Homes & Gardens® Test Kitchen. For a dinner that will have everyone begging for seconds, try one of our tastes-like-Sunday chicken breast recipes that are quick enough to make any night of the week. You and your family will be delighted with these nice simple chicken recipes.

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Chicken Parmigiana

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You'll feel like you're dining at an Italian trattoria or Nonna's (Italian grandma) kitchen with this classic Italian entrée. Featuring a Parmesan- and oregano-infused breading and a garlicky homemade tomato sauce, this is one of our favorite chicken breast recipes when we're craving comfort. Pile it all over noodles for a meal that will earn five stars.

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Chicken Fajitas in a Flash

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This best fast chicken recipe is so good, it sizzles! Turn on your broiler and fill a sheet pan with peppers and onions for a zesty batch of fajitas. We suggest serving this with a stack of warm tortillas and bowls of guacamole, salsa, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cilantro.

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Lemon Butter Chicken Breasts

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Thirty minutes, seven ingredients, and one skillet are all you'll need to prep this citrus-spiked fan-favorite chicken breast recipe. Lemon juice, lemon pepper, and slices of fresh lemon perk up the pan sauce drizzled on top.

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Pickle-Brined Chicken

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Don't dump that leftover pickle brine. Put it to great use as the marinade for this favorite chicken recipe. The white wine, chicken broth, and fresh dill in the homemade pan sauce complement the slight tang of the pickles, and the salt of the brine results in super-tender chicken.

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Southwestern Chicken and Macaroni Salad

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Two kids' menu greatest hits—chicken fingers and cheesy mac—join in one of our best fast chicken recipes. The Southwestern twist on the classic mac features fiesta-worthy add-ins, including poblano peppers, salsa, and avocado. Pick up a bag of frozen chicken strips at the supermarket, and you need only six ingredients to get this chicken dinner on the table.

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Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

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Barbecue is usually a low-and-slow, all-day process. But thanks to rotisserie or leftover chicken, you can prep this oh-so-easy meal in about 30 minutes. Just top the shredded chicken in a savory-sweet homemade barbecue sauce and dig into this nice chicken dinner.

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Pasta with Chicken, Spinach, Tomatoes, and Feta Cheese

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Chicken Noodle Soup

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When you think of Grandma's chicken soup, you probably remember it being an all-day effort. But this best fast chicken recipe can be simmered and ready to savor in 35 minutes. A mix of veggies, broth, dried herbs, leftover or rotisserie chicken, and dried egg noodles make this meal magic a reality.

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Feta-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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Give basic chicken breasts a facelift. A tangy filling of feta and sun-dried tomatoes adds unexpected Mediterranean flair to this chicken dinner, which is gluten-free and low-cal. Serve it over a bed of mixed greens for a complete meal done in less time than it takes to watch an episode of your favorite sitcom.

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Pesto Penne with Deli-Roasted Chicken

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Only 20 minutes stand between you and this rave-worthy pasta platter. We love substituting pesto for marinara sauce every so often for a burst of freshness, but that's not the only reason to fall for this chicken pasta recipe. This 20-minute dish includes a tasty supporting cast of deli-roasted chicken, broccoli, and roasted red peppers.

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Chicken, Tomato, and Cucumber Dinner Salad

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If you have 20 minutes, a skillet, and a jar (to shake the dressing), you have everything you need to bring this colorful, well-balanced meal to the table. Mediterranean ingredients, including feta cheese, olives, and robust tomatoes, make this chicken salad recipe summertime-ready. That being said, we can pretty much guarantee that once you try it, you'll crave it year-round.

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Oven-Fried Chicken

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Get the taste and texture of your favorite fried chicken with fewer calories and less mess. Because this favorite chicken recipe is baked in the oven, you get all the comfort and crunch of fried chicken while keeping the inflammation-boosting qualities to a minimum. Your ticker and your taste buds will thank you, especially if you pair this chicken with a veggie-boosted side like creamy mashed riced cauliflower.

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Buffalo Chicken Soup

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Three types of cheese tame the heat of the hot sauce in a chicken soup sure to satisfy on game days. In 45 minutes, you'll be filling bowls with this best fast chicken recipe loaded with the crowd-pleasing flavors of spicy Buffalo chicken wings.

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Chicken with Summer Squash

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Rotisserie chicken is a crazy-affordable shortcut to homemade. Add one to your next grocery list then whip up this nice, simple chicken recipe in 25 minutes. Quarter the chicken and serve it on a bed of sautéed squash, cherry tomatoes, and arugula (or spinach) leaves, add a fork, and devour.

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Lemon-Braised Chicken Tenders and Cauliflower

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Chicken tenders aren't only for the under-12 set. To make this restaurant-quality chicken dinner, give tenderloin pieces zest by braising them in a Dutch oven in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. Serve with wilted spinach, cauliflower, and our tapenade-style olive topper to round out the crowd-pleasing and healthy chicken dinner.

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Brown Ale-Braised Chicken

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Traditional stew tastes remarkably complex thanks to a secret ingredient in this hearty chicken entrée: nutty brown ale. Feeling adventurous? Try experimenting with different beers to find your favorite flavor combination.

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Chicken Dijonnaise

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A creamy Dijonnaise sauce gives this pan-fried chicken French-inspired flair. But the Sunday chicken breast recipe comes in under 300 calories per serving. It's also easy to make and goes from stove to table in 30 minutes. But don't take our word for it. BH&G home cook Cindy says it is "delicious and easy. This is a total keeper and now in my permanent rotation!"

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Almond-Crusted Chicken

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BH&G fans are nuts about this breaded chicken dish. Chopped almonds and panko result in a light, crunchy crust. Tenderizing the chicken before cooking makes it super tender, and piling that all atop a bed of sauteéd spinach makes it a complete meal.

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Papaya and Coconut Chicken Salad

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This dish is so reminiscent of what you might eat while on a tropical getaway that eating it might have you feeling like your feet are in the warm sand. Fresh papaya lends tropical flavor to the colorful main dish salad. On top, crunchy coconut-crusted chicken and honey-cayenne vinaigrette add another level of texture and flavor to the island-inspired favorite chicken breast recipe.

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Barbecue Chicken and Cheddar Quesadillas

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Part backyard barbecue part Mexican cantina, this is one of our favorite chicken recipes when we're craving a mash-up meal. Bottled barbecue sauce and canned Chile peppers spice up slow-cooked shredded chicken filling for quesadillas. Everyone builds their own.

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Butter Chicken

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This top-reviewed chicken recipe received raves as soon as we published it. As one BHG home cook shared, "I tried to follow the recipe pretty faithfully except that I doubled the marinade. This was the easiest and most delicious chicken recipe I have enjoyed in a very long time. Warm but not too spicy to enjoy. Worth the effort."

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Buttermilk-Brined Fried Chicken

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No favorite chicken recipe list would be complete without a classic fried chicken, and this version will have you skipping the drive-thru. Try our DIY version with buttermilk mashed potatoes and green beans for Sunday supper. For a picnic, pair this nice chicken entrée with potato salad and baked beans.

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Chicken Thighs with Artichokes

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For a company-worthy meal ready in minutes, combine chicken thighs with prosciutto, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, garlic, and fresh tarragon. A simple three-ingredient broth completes the simple chicken recipe. Bonus: Because it comes together in one skillet, clean up is a snap.

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Deep-Dish Chicken Pot Pie

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Forget fussing with mini pie pans and individual crusts. Score all the flavor and warmth of classic chicken pot pie in an all-in-one casserole. To up the looks-as-good-as-it-tastes ante of the Sunday chicken breast recipe, create a decorative pastry top with cookie cutters or other kitchen tools.

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Harissa-Spiced Chicken

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Sometimes, comfort food involves turning up the heat on a traditional one-pan chicken recipe. This spicy baked chicken dish features harissa paste, a chile-infused ingredient commonly used in Mediterranean recipes. It's a one-pan dinner you'll want to make on repeat.

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Ground Chicken Pizza Crust

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This recipe started as a keto-approved alternative to traditional pizza crust. It's flavored with Parmesan cheese, basil, and dried Italian seasoning. As one reviewer put it best, "This was an amazing crust!"

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Crispy Dill Pickle Chicken Sandwiches

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Meet the most flavorful chicken sandwich you've ever had. The secret is marinating it in pickle brine. As one reviewer raved, "The pickle brine tenderizes and give a nice taste **not like dill pickles** It is as good as the Chic place at a faction of the cost. Kids love it!"