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    22 Easy Chicken Recipes for Dinner When You Don't Feel Like Cooking

    Published: Nov 10, 2020 · Modified: Dec 18, 2020 by Deanne Frieders · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    You added chicken to your grocery order. Now what? These quick chicken recipes for dinner will give you some inspiration. Heck, make a weekly chicken themed dinner theme night!

    Need ideas for recipes to make with cooked chicken? I've got that covered too!

    Easy Chicken Ideas for Dinner

    Recipe for Caprese Chicken with Balsamic Glaze | 15 Minute Weeknight Dinner

    Dinner’s on the table in 15 minutes with an easy recipe for Caprese Chicken. Full of ripe juicy tomatoes, creamy Mozzarella and a rich balsamic glaze, this takes chicken to a whole ‘nother level!

    Chicken and Rice Casserole

    This easy baked chicken and rice casserole only has five ingredients making it an easy meal the whole family will enjoy!

    Chicken Fajita Soup Recipe {Freezer Meal}

    This chicken fajita soup recipe is a one pot, Instant Pot recipe that is both flavorful and filling. Oh, and bonus – it’s gluten free and healthy, too!

    Chicken Avocado BLT Wrap

    This is a BLT with some extra ingredients to keep you full and to travel well.

    Greek Chicken Salad Wraps

    This Greek Chicken Salad Wraps recipe is chocked full of flavor and has no mayonnaise, making it a lighter and healthier version of chicken salad. Kalamata olives and diced red onion pair with cooked chicken breast, making this a delicious lunch!

    Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

    This has a little kick! If you'd like to tone it down a bit, omit the red pepper flakes or the hot sauce. 

    Chicken Burrito Bowls

    Perfect for busy nights, these Chicken Burrito Bowls take only five minutes to prepare!

    White Chicken Chili in the Pressure Cooker (aka Instant Pot)

    Instant Pot White Chicken chili is full of flavor. Done in less than and hour, it's a great weeknight meal.

    Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash

    Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole is cheesy buffalo chicken made lower carb by using spaghetti squash. Bake it up in under 30 minutes!

    Healthy Chicken Cordon Bleu

    Healthy chicken cordon bleu is made with tender juicy chicken, warm, salty ham and melty Swiss Cheese. It's a quick and tasty one pan main dish!

    One Pan Chicken Parmesan Skillet

    Made right on your stovetop, one pan chicken parmesan is a family friendly, Italian comfort food recipe ready in under 30 minutes!

    Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas - Sheet Pan Recipe

    Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas are a healthy recipe to add to your family friendly meal plan! Simple to prepare, these can be made into a freezer meal for busy nights!

    Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken for Sandwiches and Salads

    This Honey Mustard Chicken Grilled Chicken breast recipe is a household favorite! Chicken marinates in a flavorful sauce and yields succulent chicken breasts perfect for sandwiches or topping a salad.

    How to Cook a Whole Chicken in the Instant Pot

    Instant Pot Whole Chicken is tender and juicy. It’s the perfect tool for meal prep, a Sunday dinner, or for recipes throughout the week!

    Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tacos {Freezer Friendly}

    Dinner’s on the table in 15 minutes with an easy recipe for Caprese Chicken. Full of ripe juicy tomatoes, creamy Mozzarella and a rich balsamic glaze, this takes chicken to a whole ‘nother level!

    Thai Coconut Lime Chicken {Grill, Bake or Stovetop}

    Made with creamy coconut milk, zesty lime and spicy ginger, Thai Coconut Lime Chicken is a taste of the tropics without ever leaving your home!

    Pesto Pasta Salad with Chicken

    Mix up dinner or packed lunches with Pesto Pasta Salad with Chicken. It's the perfect light main dish for summer potlucks and backyard barbecues!

    Healthy Shredded Buffalo Chicken in the Crockpot

    It’s so simple to make Shredded Buffalo Chicken in the crockpot! A few ingredients in this freezer friendly recipe and you can make buffalo sandwiches and buffalo sliders, tacos and more!

    Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza Chicken

    Do you need a family friendly meal the whole family will love? Then you have to try this low carb Pepperoni Pizza Chicken.

    Crockpot Mexican Shredded Chicken

    Making a batch of CrockPot Mexican shredded chicken in the slow cooker is a healthy dinner with oodles of options! Use the shredded chicken recipe for tacos, enchiladas, salads and more.

    Honey Sesame Chicken - Slow Cooker Recipe

    Lemon Grilled Chicken with Greek Yogurt Sauce

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