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40 Easy Chicken Recipes For Any Weeknight

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Chicken is one of those go to staples when you don’t know what to cook up for dinner. Though chicken is quite bland, it is rather easy to spice it up. It’s versatility makes it such a dinner staple. However, it’s easy to get into a rut with chicken and keep making the same tired chicken recipe. No need to worry, there are so many ways to dress up chicken to your liking.

I personally love a good chicken parm. The layers of cheese and sauce really hits the spot. I love it with a large, green salad on the side. However, I find myself making the same recipe, much to my family’s dismay. There is a whole world of chicken recipes out there, and it was time to step out of my comfort zone.

Chicken Ideas

Every culture has their spin on chicken. There is the classic Indian dish, chicken tikka masala, which is a perfect cold weather meal. Chicken cacciatore and chicken piccata are two cherished Italian chicken dishes. The Chinese favorite, sesame chicken, is one of my favorites to order from a Chinese restaurant.

Whatever recipe you choose, there is a chicken recipe for you. Scroll below for 40 easy recipes that are perfect for any night of the week.

Chicken Recipes

My go-to : Chicken Parmesan. Easy, and super filling.

Maybe parmesan is not the cheese for you. Swap out for mozzarella.

The rich, lemony sauce can be made in under 15 minutes.

Serve these chicken meatballs over some pasta or with a side garlic bread. Perfect for a Sunday night meal.

The flavors of the sun-dried tomatoes, spinach and chicken breast come together in less than 30 minutes!

The classic Italian dish, known as Hunter’s Chicken, originated when Italian hunters prepared this dish over open fire.

This roasted chicken is based off of The Standard Grill’s Million Dollar Chicken recipe. Let me tell you, it is worth making it!

A one-pot meal is perfect for those hectic nights.

This is the perfect Spring time dish. The white wine sauce really is the star of the show.

I love making this recipe for the Summer. The white sauce on the side is to die for.

I love a good Indian dish. I find myself ordering from my favorite Indian restaurant quite a bit, but the dishes taste better when I make them at home.

This is one of Ina Garten’s most popular recipes, and for good reason. It’s tasty and quick. How easy is that?

Make this salad and you’ll have some yummy leftovers for lunch.

Perfect for those who love cheese with their chicken.

The pesto chicken is easy and perfect for any guests that drop by. It’s elegant and perfect for serving.

The chicken is cooked in a sweet, balsamic glaze topped off with cheese and basil. Perfect for a light dinner.

One of the most popular chicken dishes. The creamy, cheesy sauce is unmatched.

Great for company! Serve with salad.

Marry Me Chicken went viral on Tik Tok, and it is rumored this chicken recipe will make your partner propose.

A classic dish. It was one of the first dishes I learned to make and I still love it.

A classic restaurant dish, that is so easy to make at home.

These Chinese restaurant inspired recipes are easy to make.

Everyone needs a go-to chicken breast recipe. This one is it.

Peri Peri Chicken is a flavorful dish which hails from South Africa. They are great for serving a crowd.

Chicken and rice is a great comfort meal. Besides that, it is also a great one-pot dish.

Being of Middle Eastern decent, this dish was on rotation in my home. So tasty!

If you love mustard, this dish is for you. Soak up the sauce with a piece of baguette.

Who doesn’t love Mexican food? It’s fun and tasty!

Perfect for those lazy Sunday’s.

If you don’t want stand by the fryer, the chicken can go in the oven.

The bold flavors of this chicken dish provide a great Summer time dinner.

Perfect for that BBQ. The spices give the chicken a unique flavor.

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