10 Easy Chicken Dinners for Any Weeknight

Chicken is one of those ingredients most cooks always keep on hand. These recipes are simple, reliable, and full of flavor, great for nights when you want a good home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Tender Oven Baked Chicken Breasts

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Looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe that’s packed with flavor? Try this Tender Oven Baked Chicken Breasts recipe! With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have juicy and delicious chicken on the table in no time.

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Easy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

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My Easy Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole is pure comfort food. It takes about 15 minutes to mix it up, and then it’s ready to pop in the oven. This hot, fast, creamy, comforting casserole will be a new family favorite!

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Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken

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I believe that one of the best items to come on the market over the past few decades is the grocery store rotisserie chicken! They’re so juicy and tender on the inside with seasoned crispy skin outside! Well, now you can easily create them at home with about 5 minutes of prep using my recipe for Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken.

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Bistro Chicken

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Craving a cozy dinner that feels like a hug on a plate? Try my Bistro Chicken with cheese and bacon, a simple, hearty dish that takes the comfort of a weeknight meal to new heights. With chicken simmered in a rich tomato and mushroom sauce, then topped with gooey cheese and crispy bacon, it’s your ticket to a satisfying dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes.

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Lemon Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs

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Serve your family these Lemon Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs for tonight’s dinner. They’re a delectable blend of juicy chicken coated with spices and baked with a sweet-tart glaze.

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Nana’s Crispy Fried Chicken Fingers

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Is there anything better than crispy, crunchy fried chicken fingers? My recipe for Nana’s Crispy Fried Chicken Fingers is ridiculously easy to make, ready in just 30 minutes, and comes with two irresistible dipping sauces: honey mustard and spicy ketchup.

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Chicken and Broccoli Bubble Up Casserole

A serving of cheesy chicken broccoli casserole on a white plate.
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This Chicken and Broccoli Bubble-Up Casserole is an easy weeknight dinner recipe that combines juicy chicken, melty cheddar cheese, and nutrient-rich broccoli with a creamy base for a cozy, delicious, family-friendly recipe.

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Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

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Marinated Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs take just 10 minutes to prep and 15 minutes to cook. They’re infused with a delicious marinade that results in tender, flavorful chicken right off your outdoor grill. Great for entertaining or for family dinners!

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Meyer Lemon Chicken

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This tender pan-fried Meyer Lemon Chicken with a light lemon and garlic sauce is the kind of recipe that’s bright, bursting with flavor, and is ready for the table in under 30 minutes.

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Chicken with Grits

A plate of fried chicken strips served on creamy grits, topped with sautéed green onions and herbs.
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There’s real comfort in a plate of pan-fried chicken served over creamy grits, with just enough pan sauce to bring it all together. Chicken with Grits is the kind of Southern cooking that doesn’t have anything to prove. It just shows up, does the job, and feeds the people you love.

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My Southern Table Cookbook

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If you like these recipes, you’ll love my cookbook! It’s 348 pages filled with 246 recipes, each with a full-color photo. Visit Lana’s Cooking for more information.

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