9 Chicken Dinners That Are Always A Hit At My House

When you buy chicken every week, the real challenge isn’t having something to cook, it’s keeping dinner interesting without adding extra stress to your evening. These chicken dinners are always a hit at my house, and I know your family will enjoy them too.

From quick skillet meals to hands-off slow cooker recipes, plus a few that bring restaurant flavors home, these dishes work for regular weeknights when you need dinner on the table fast.

1. Bruschetta Chicken

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Fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella turn simple pan-seared chicken into something that everyone will want seconds of. A drizzle of balsamic glaze at the end brings everything together, and since it all cooks in one skillet, cleanup is a breeze.

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2. Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta

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This stovetop pasta comes together in about 20 minutes with a creamy sauce made from garlic, Italian seasonings, and two kinds of cheese. My family always requests this one because it’s so good.

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3. Chicken Francese

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Thin cutlets get dipped in egg and flour before hitting a hot skillet, then finished in a buttery lemon sauce. It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish.

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4. Crockpot Ranch Chicken Tacos

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Just four ingredients go into the slow cooker in the morning, and by dinner, you have tender, shredded chicken ready for tacos. The combination of ranch and taco seasoning works surprisingly well, and leftovers are perfect for taco bowls or quesadillas.

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5. Baked BBQ Chicken Breast

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This simple recipe for BBQ chicken breast is my favorite because it cooks in the oven, and I don’t have to hassle with the grill. The result is juicy meat with a nice caramelized coating that pairs well with just about any side dish you have on hand.

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6. Sesame Chicken

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Crispy battered chicken pieces get tossed with broccoli in a sweet sauce made with ginger, hoisin, and soy sauce. Serving it over rice with a sprinkle of sesame seeds makes it taste like your favorite takeout order without the delivery fee.

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7. French Onion Chicken Skillet

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Caramelized onions, beef broth, and chicken bring all the cozy flavors of French onion soup into one simple skillet dinner. Once you melt Gruyere over the top, you get that golden, cheesy finish everyone loves, yum!

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8. Chicken Kabobs

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Chicken and vegetables marinate briefly with lemon juice and spices before going onto skewers and into the oven. Baking them means no standing over a hot grill, and they come perfect every time.

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9. Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole

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Layers of shredded chicken, corn tortillas, and cheese cook low and slow until everything turns bubbly and melted, with all the flavor of traditional enchiladas and none of the rolling. It’s an easy family favorite I make all the time, and once you try it, it will be one of yours too.

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