10 Easy Tasty Chicken Recipes For Dinner

Who doesn’t love a good chicken recipe? It’s versatile, easy to cook, and can be transformed into just about any flavor you’re craving.

Whether you’re in the mood for something creamy and comforting, spicy and bold, or crispy and finger-licking good, chicken’s got you covered.

From classic herb-roasted chicken to saucy stir-fries and indulgent Alfredo bakes, we’ve rounded up 10 tasty chicken recipes that are perfect for weeknight dinners, cozy weekends, or even when you’re entertaining guests.

So, grab your skillet, preheat your oven, or fire up the grill—these dishes are guaranteed to make your taste buds dance!

Let’s dive in!

1. Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a skillet over medium heat, sear chicken skin-side down for 6-7 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 6-7 minutes. Remove from the pan.
3. Melt butter in the same skillet, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice.
4. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon the garlic butter over it, and simmer for 2 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

2. Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1/3 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken in honey, soy sauce, and garlic for 15 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan, cook chicken on medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until caramelized.
3. Sprinkle with chili flakes before serving.

3. Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Wings

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
2. Toss wings with baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Arrange wings on the rack and bake for 45-50 minutes, flipping halfway.

4. Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F or 74°C). Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and whisk until smooth.
6. Add sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine.
7. Toss the fresh spinach into the sauce. Let it wilt for 2-3 minutes.
8. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the creamy sauce over the top, and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
9. Plate the chicken and spoon the sauce generously on top. Pair with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

5. Chicken Stir-Fry

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken breast, sliced into strips
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Stir-fry chicken until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2. Add vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Return chicken to the pan and toss to combine.

6. Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken tenders
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat oil for frying.
2. Coat chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then breadcrumbs.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes or fry until golden. Toss in buffalo sauce and serve.

7. Herb-Roasted Whole Chicken

Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (4-5 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon, halved
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Rub chicken with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stuff with lemon halves.
3. Roast for 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).

8. Chicken Alfredo Bake

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 8 ounces penne pasta
• 1 jar Alfredo sauce (15 ounces)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta according to package instructions.
2. Mix cooked pasta, chicken, and Alfredo sauce. Place in a greased baking dish.
3. Top with mozzarella and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.

9. Chicken Tikka Masala

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups tomato puree
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken in yogurt, cumin, coriander, and turmeric for 30 minutes.
2. Sauté onion until golden. Add tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Cook chicken in a separate pan, then add to the sauce. Stir in cream and simmer for 5 minutes.

10. Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper for 20 minutes.
2. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.