Winner winner chicken dinner! Stuck for something to make tonight? With 30 easy chicken dinner recipes, there's enough inspiration for a whole month of dinners. Take your pick from curries, casseroles, pies, air fryer meals, and more.
Chicken is one of those ingredients I always have in the fridge or freezer, but that doesn't mean I always know what to do with it. If you're staring at a packet of chicken and wondering what's for dinner, I hope this collection gives you a few ideas.
I've brought together some of my favourite chicken recipes, from meals you can get on the table without too much fuss, to pies and casseroles that are worth taking a little more time over. Have a browse and see what takes your fancy.
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Curried chicken recipes
Whether you fancy a mild, family-friendly curry or something with a bit more spice, there's plenty you can do with chicken. These recipes are some of my favourite ways to turn it into a warming chicken curry supper.
South African chicken curry
South African chicken curry is made with bone-in chicken thighs which are simmered in a deliciously spicy gravy until they are succulent and fall-off-the-bone tender! It's packed with carrots, onions and potatoes, and you can make it as mild or as spicy as you prefer!
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Crispy curried chicken bites
Crispy curried chicken bites are made with tender pieces of boneless chicken thigh, coated in a lightly spiced gram flour batter with crispy fried onions for extra crunch, then fried until golden and crisp.
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Chicken Matar Aloo Curry (one pot chicken, potato and pea curry)
This dish of Chicken Aloo Matar is a mild and tasty one-pot curry, featuring tender chicken, hearty potatoes, and sweet green peas simmered in a warmly spiced tomato-based gravy. Perfect for a family-friendly weeknight dinner.
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Chicken casseroles
Chicken casseroles are just the thing when you want a dinner that can simmer away while you get on with something else. Serve them with rice, mashed potatoes or a chunk of bread to mop up the sauce.
Cheesy chicken and potato bake
This easy one-pan cheesy chicken and potato bake is made with leftover chicken and buttery fried potatoes in a creamy cheesy sauce. It's the perfect way to use up leftover chicken and makes a delicious mid-week meal in next to no time.
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Somerset chicken cider casserole
When you're after an easy chicken dinner, with plenty of veg and lashings of tasty gravy, this Somerset cider chicken casserole is just the thing! With tender chicken thighs, baby potatoes, pearl onions, mushrooms, carrots and celery, this is an easy one-pan meal. And the addition of a cup of Somerset cider takes the gravy to the next level of deliciousness!
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Lightly battered chicken with mushroom mustard sauce
This recipe for mustard chicken with mushroom sauce is an absolute winner! This quick and easy recipe for lightly battered chicken in a tangy mustard mushroom sauce is the perfect solution for busy weeknights. Made with simple pantry staples, this delicious family-friendly meal comes together in just 30 minutes - ideal for when you're short of time but still want something hearty and satisfying.
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Thai coconut chicken casserole
This Thai coconut chicken casserole is made with pieces of chicken, baked in one dish with Thai spices, rice and coconut milk. It's mild enough for the entire family and packed with distinctive Thai flavours, but if you would like a bit more heat, you can spice it up with extra chilli.
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Chutney and mayonnaise chicken bake
Chutney and mayonnaise may sound like strange ingredients to add to a chicken bake, but once you've tasted this mouthwatering chutney and mayonnaise chicken bake you'll be making it again and again.
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Hungarian chicken Paprikash and a leftover pie
This post gives you 2 recipes in one - the first is a simple stove-top Hungarian chicken paprikash made with pieces of bone-in chicken, gently simmered in a paprika-flavoured sauce for an easy homestyle dinner. The second tells you how to turn your leftover chicken paprikash into a hearty pie by adding just a few extra ingredients. It's a practical way to enjoy a classic meal and makes sure nothing goes to waste.
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Chicken Diane
Who says Diane sauce only belongs on steak? let me introduce you to Chicken Diane with brandy sauce for an absolute taste explosion! Juicy chicken pieces cooked with mushrooms in a creamy brandy-infused sauce. This simple dish is packed with flavour but only takes minutes to prepare. Perfect for a weeknight supper when you want to treat the family to something different.
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Air fryer chicken recipes
The air fryer is handy when you want chicken for dinner without heating up the oven. Here are a few of my air fryer chicken recipes for those evenings when you want to keep things simple.
Air fryer roast chicken
An air fryer roast chicken delivers succulent, juicy meat and delicious crispy skin. And if you pop some veggies into the steamer, and roast some potatoes in the air fryer while the chicken is resting, you can have an entire roast dinner in an hour or less!
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Air fryer lemon and herb chicken flattie
Juicy, tender, and packed with fresh flavours, this lemon and herb chicken flattie is a simple dish perfect for any night of the week. Marinated in a blend of lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs, the chicken is flattened for even cooking and crisps up beautifully in the air fryer. The result is golden, crispy skin with succulent meat infused with tangy citrus flavours - ready in under an hour and perfect to serve with your favourite sides or a fresh salad.
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Air fryer chicken drumsticks in a sweet and spicy glaze
Put your air fryer to good use by whipping up a batch of these air fryer chicken drumsticks in a sweet and spicy glaze for a quick and easy meal in less than half an hour.
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Air fryer barbeque chicken - with chutney glaze
For an easy barbeque without the need to fire up the grill, why not try this tasty air fryer barbeque chicken? With only 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes in the air fryer, you can have deliciously juicy barbeque chicken on your table in no time!
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Chicken pies
There's something particularly satisfying about a chicken pie, whether it's a large pie for a sit-down dinner or a small hand pie you can pick up and eat. Here are a few of my favourites to choose from.
Oven-baked chicken empanadas
Oven-baked chicken empanadas are a great way to use up any leftover chicken from a roast or a rotisserie. You can eat them as a snack, pop them in a lunch box or even serve them as a complete meal along with some spicy rice and a fresh green salad.
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Curried chicken pies
These curried chicken pies are a family favourite that I've been making for as long as I can remember, and they never fail in the flavour department! They are made from crispy and flaky homemade pastry, wrapped around tender pieces of tasty curry-flavoured chicken and vegetables before they are baked in the oven until golden!
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Creamy chicken, leek and mushroom pie
Creamy chicken, leek and mushroom pie is one of those perfect comfort meals that everyone loves. Tender chunks of chicken, with sweet leeks and tasty mushrooms, swimming in a creamy sauce and topped with crispy puff pastry. What's not to love?
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Chicken and mushroom bake with puff pastry
Why spend money on store-bought pies when you can make these delicious yet simple chicken and mushroom bakes with a creamy filling and a golden puff pastry crust at a fraction of the cost? Once you try them, you'll want to make them time and time again!
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Granny's chicken pie with mushrooms
Granny's homemade chicken pie is a real old-fashioned pie made the way that pies are supposed to be made! This chicken pie has a crispy shortcrust pastry both on the top and on the bottom and is packed full of plenty of tender chicken and juicy mushrooms swimming in a rich creamy sauce. If you follow my easy instructions below, you can be tucking into this pie yourself - tonight!
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Asian chicken
From sticky orange chicken and sweet and sour chicken to satay skewers, these recipes are full of flavours inspired by Asian cooking. Pick one when you fancy a change from your usual chicken dinner.
Sticky orange chicken - ultra crispy
Sticky orange chicken is made from tender chunks of chicken, coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs and oven-baked for extra crunch. Team with a bowl of Chinese fried rice or noodles, smother it in tangy orange sauce, and you have a quick and easy Chinese-inspired meal you'll want to make again and again.
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Satay chicken skewers
Why not try these satay chicken skewers for your next barbeque? They are made with tender strips of chicken breasts, marinated in a delicious satay sauce, and because there are no bones to worry about, they cook in minutes over the coals. The chicken is marinated so it stays super juicy, which means you can enjoy any leftovers for lunch next day.
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Sweet and sour chicken with homemade sauce
Sweet and sour chicken has got to be one of the most popular dishes on any Chinese takeaway menu. This is my version, with a sticky homemade sweet and sour sauce clinging to pieces of tender chicken that have been shallow-fried in a light tempura batter. Once you've tasted it, you'll be making this sweet and sour chicken time and time again!
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Spicy Szechuan Chicken
Hot and spicy, and full of flavour. This spicy Szechuan chicken is made with tender chicken breasts, and packed with vegetables in a flavourful sauce. It takes less than half an hour to cook, and because the vegetables are already included, all you will need by way of accompaniment is a bowl of noodles or white rice.
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Salt and pepper chicken
I'm delighted to share this recipe for salt and pepper chicken with you. It's one of my all-time favourite Chinese meals made with juicy chicken thighs, lots of onions and red peppers and is packed with flavour. It's incredibly easy to make and it comes together in minutes making it the perfect option for a busy weeknight.
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Asian-style garlic chicken with cashews
This Asian-Style Garlic Chicken with Cashews is a quick and flavour-packed stir-fry that's perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender pieces of chicken are cooked in a rich, savoury garlic sauce with crunchy cashew nuts for added texture and taste. With just a handful of simple ingredients and 30 minutes from pan to plate, it's a fuss-free dish that delivers bold Asian-inspired flavour in every bite.
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More chicken dinner ideas
No round-up would be complete without a few of my favourite chicken recipes:
Crumbed chicken schnitzels with mushroom sauce
Treat the family to a delicious supper with these tasty crumbed chicken schnitzels smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce. This quick and easy recipe is the ideal meal to serve midweek.
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Juicy honey soy spatchcock chicken in a roasting bag
Juicy spatchcock chicken, roasted in an oven bag, and flavoured with honey soy, garlic, ginger and a little chilli heat, makes a delicious and easy family meal. You won't believe how succulent this chicken turns out.
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Peri Peri Chicken Livers
Peri Peri chicken livers are made with tender chunks of chicken livers, swimming in a tomato and onion gravy, spiced up with chilli. Grab your crusty bread roll and dive right in.
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Crispy chicken parmesan with marinara sauce
Crispy chicken parmesan (otherwise known as chicken parmigiana) always guarantees empty plates! It's made with juicy chicken fillets coated with a mixture of crispy breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese, smothered in a delicious marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese.
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Sticky honey lemon chicken wings
Sticky honey lemon chicken wings are made from crispy fried chicken wings, smothered in a sticky honey lemon glaze. They make the perfect appetiser or barbeque side dish and are delicious as a light meal when paired with a crusty bread roll.
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Which chicken dinner will you make first?
I hope you've found something here for tonight's dinner, whether you're after a quick air fryer meal or fancy making a pie. Save this collection for the next time you have chicken in the fridge and no idea what to do with it - you never know, it might just provide the inspiration you need!
You can find more chicken recipes on my chicken and poultry recipes page, or for a more targeted search, I've grouped some of my chicken recipes into more structured categories:
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