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Easy chicken recipes for dinner, meal prep, grilling, roasting, and more—flavorful, family-friendly meals made simple.

Chicken Lo Mein Recipe: The Cozy Weeknight Noodle Fix

Wait, You Haven’t Made Chicken Lo Mein Yet? You know, I still remember the first time I tried making Chicken Lo Mein at home - I was convinced it’d be a disaster (you know how those noodles get all sticky?). But honestly, after a few attempts and more laughs than spills, it turned into one …

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Yogurt Marinated Chicken That’s Super Tender Every Time

Let Me Tell You About This Yogurt Marinated Chicken Alright, pull up a chair for this one. I started making yogurt marinated chicken back in uni when my housemate insisted on marinating everything — I mean, the man would’ve marinated toast if he could. We shared the world’s tiniest fridge so you basically had to …

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Korean Fried Chicken Air Fryer: Crispy, Easy, and Irresistible

Let's Talk Air Fryer Korean Fried Chicken (and Why This Recipe Exists...) I literally only started making Korean fried Chicken at home because of, not gonna lie, a craving at 10:52pm when everything decent was closed and the delivery guys seemed to have colluded against me. The first time, it was a circus. My kitchen …

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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Recipe for Busy Weeknight Dinners

Let Me Tell You About This Creamy Mushroom Chicken So, a little confession: the first time I tried to make Creamy Mushroom chicken, I didn't actually have any mushrooms. Embarrassing, I know, but in my defence, the dog was barking, the kids were arguing, and I may or may not have been on a video …

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Asian Chicken Cranberry Salad: A Fresh & Flavorful Favorite

Let Me Tell You About This Salad (And My Slight Obsession With It) Alright, so I have to confess: I didn't even like salads growing up. (I was that kid who'd sneak croutons and leave the lettuce.) But a few years back, I got roped into helping at a friend's potluck, and I ended up …

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Easy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti: My Go-To Cozy Pasta

Alright, friend, let me take you back to the time when I first cobbled together this easy Monterey Chicken Spaghetti; I’d just gotten home from a long shift, my brain was half oatmeal, and—no joke—the only things in my fridge were some leftover rotisserie chicken and a glorious block of Monterey Jack. Plus, well, I’m …

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Air Fryer Chicken & Mozzarella Wraps: Quick, Easy & Cheesy

Let's Talk About These Cheesy, Crunchy Wraps Okay, so I first whipped up these Air Fryer Chicken & Mozzarella Wraps on a soggy Wednesday when the universe seemed to demand comfort food, but I had about thirty-fve minutes before the entire hungry herd (family) descended. The first time, I made a heroic mess—sauce everywhere, mozzarella …

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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps: Quick Family Favorite Guide

Let Me Tell You About My Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps If you’d ever dropped by my place around lunchtime, odds are you’d see me scrambling around making these Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps—usually barefoot, possibly humming something from the '90s, and absolutely making a mess of the counter. Honestly, these wraps came about during a late-night …

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Easy Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Ultimate Flavor Recipe 2023

So, About This Bang Bang Chicken Bowl... If you'd told me years ago I'd be obsessed with a dish called Bang Bang Chicken, I'd probably have laughed (right in your face, sorry). But seriously—this is now my go-to meal for weeknights when I want to eat something that tastes like it took hours but comes …

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White Chicken Chili: My Cozy, Creamy Go-To Recipe for Chilly Days

So Here's the (Sometimes Messy) Story Behind My White Chicken Chili White Chicken Chili: the soup that convinced my husband beans can be delicious — and that sometimes it’s okay to skip dinner rolls just to “save room” for extra bowls. You ever have a dish with so many versions, your family can’t agree on …

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Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe: My Go-To Weeknight Winner

Let Me Tell You About My Greek Chicken Bowls (They Saved My Tuesday) Alright, hear me out—this Greek Chicken Bowls recipe has gotten me out of more dinnertime pickles than I care to admit. Picture this: I'm fumbling around the kitchen after a long day, kids arguing over which cartoon's better, and dinner needs to …

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Greek Chicken Bowls: My Go-To Easy Chicken Dinner Idea

The Time I Almost Burned the Chicken (and Other Fun Stories) You ever have those days where you open the fridge, contemplate the stuff inside for what feels like hours, and then just shut it again? That's how Greek Chicken Bowls became my midweek muse. Seriously, friend—one Friday a while back, I realized I’d promised …

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Chicken Sausage Pasta Meal Prep Bowl: My Cozy Go-To Recipe

Let's Talk About This Not-So-Fancy but Ridiculously Good Meal Prep Bowl You know that moment when you open your fridge and—bam—there's a cheerful bowl of pasta waiting for you? Yeah, that's the magic of the Chicken Sausage Pasta Meal Prep Bowl. Honestly, this recipe came about one Monday when staring at a leftover pack of …

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Southwest Chicken Salad: A Cozy, Flavor-Packed Dinner Recipe

If You Want a Dinner That Actually Makes You Happy Okay, so can I be honest? My Southwest Chicken Salad isn't an exact science. I first threw it together because I forgot to thaw (or is it defrost?) chicken for tacos, and somehow this just sort of...happened. My husband wandered into the kitchen partway through …

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Delicious Chicken Enchiladas: My Go-To Comfort Recipe

Let Me Tell You About These Chicken Enchiladas So, the first time I made these Chicken Enchiladas, I was at my best friend’s apartment and, honestly, we didn’t really know what we were doing. We had half the ingredients, a questionable block of cheese, and zero expectations. Somehow, what came out of the oven was …

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Blackstone Bourbon Chicken That’ll Have You Licking Your Plate

Well, Here’s Why I Keep Coming Back to Blackstone Bourbon Chicken I’ll be honest: the first time I tried making Blackstone Bourbon Chicken, I probably set off the smoke alarm, and maybe used half the bourbon for, ah, other purposes (don’t tell anyone). There's just something about that sweet, savory, sticky sauce, wafting through the …

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Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken That's Actually Fun

Let Me Tell You Why I Love Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken You know that feeling when you want something that's quick but tastes like you put in actual effort? That's basically how this Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken recipe was born. One summer night I was staring at my fridge—hungry, annoyed, and …

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Chimichurri Chicken Thighs: My Go-To Bold, Juicy Recipe

Let Me Tell You About These Chimichurri Chicken Thighs… Alright mate, if you want a chicken recipe that practically throws a party in your mouth—and sometimes on your shirt, if you're as messy as I am—this is it. I’ve made these zesty, herby thighs for every last-minute BBQ, and most weeknights when I’m too zonked …

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Easy Ranch Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skewers You’ll Love

Alright, here we go—so you ever have one of those days where you just want something easy, a little different, but not another boring chicken dish? That was me last summer when the weather was muggy, the grill was begging me for attention, and, honestly, I just needed to clear out my fridge. Cue these …

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Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup: A Cozy Bowlful of Comfort

Let Me Tell You About This Soup (Pull Up a Chair) You know those comfort foods that just scratch an itch you didn't even know you had? That's chicken noodle soup for me. Every time I make it, I get this flashback of being six, sitting in my grandmother's tiny kitchen (she had this wild …

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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe Guide

So, you want the scoop on Bang Bang Chicken Bowls? I still remember the first time I cobbled together this Bang Bang Chicken Bowl—you know those nights where your fridge is giving you the side-eye and you just want something that feels special? Yeah, it was one of those. Chicken, lurking in the back, the …

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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce: My Go-To Comfort Recipe

Okay, so let me tell you a little secret right off the bat: Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is basically my mid-week superhero (along with coffee, let's be real). I first made it when I had a bit too much pretzel snack mix leftover from a party. That, and an old block of cheddar hanging …

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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini Recipe You’ll Make Again and Again

So, Let Me Tell You About My CrockPot Chicken Tortellini Adventure If you’ve ever wondered what to toss together in your slow cooker when you’re somewhere between too lazy to cook (yep, been there) and hoping for something a little fancier than just the usual chicken and potatoes, that’s pretty much how my whole CrockPot …

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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas That Taste Like Home

Let's Dive Into Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas—My New "Old Reliable" So, here’s the deal: there’s really nothing fancier than making—well, eating—classic enchiladas that aren’t classic at all, but something even creamier and cozier. I only started making these Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas after my sister-in-law brought them over for a football Sunday, and let’s just …

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Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry: Real Life Cooking Fun

If You've Got a Pan, You Can Make This There's something about Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry that just takes me back to being crammed in my first flat, desperately hungry after work, rooting through the fridge for something (anything) with protein. One wild Tuesday I just chucked together what I vaguely remembered from a street …

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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice: A Cozy Kitchen Staple

This Slow Cooker Chicken: My Lazy-Day Superpower Alright, I’ll be honest; I didn’t always respect my slow cooker. It was a hand-me-down, lurking at the back of the cupboard, kind of like that one jumper you got for Christmas ages ago. But then, one totally bonkers Tuesday (kids’ dance classes, work emails coming out my …

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Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites Recipe (So Easy!)

You Are Not the Only One Who's Air Fryer-Obsessed (Trust Me) Okay, quick confession: the first time I made these Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites, I was convinced they were going to be just another "meh" weeknight dinner. But—picture this—my youngest grabbed one before it even hit the dinner table and suddenly the whole kitchen …

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Chicken Bubble Biscuit Bake Casserole: Cozy Recipe to Share

Okay, So Let Me Tell You About This Casserole... I swear, Chicken Bubble Biscuit Bake Casserole is the kind of dish that feels like a hug after a long day—it's been my secret weapon for family dinners ever since that one week I forgot to grocery shop properly, and suddenly all I had were leftovers …

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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken Recipe You’ll Crave Every Time

Okay, Here’s the Story (or: How I Ended Up Loving Sweet Chicken) So, you know those days when you open the fridge, and there’s that can of pineapple rings—maybe left from a half-baked plan to make pineapple upside-down cake that never happened? Well, that’s how I sort of stumbled into this Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken …

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Marry Me Chicken Recipe: The Cozy Dinner Everyone Loves

So, Here's Why I Can't Stop Making Marry Me Chicken You know those recipes that somehow end up causing random marriage proposals? (Just me?) Well, Marry Me Chicken is basically that dish. I stumbled on it looking for ways to impress my then-boyfriend—now husband, you’ve probably guessed what happened. I’ve probably made it a dozen …

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Chicken Enchilada Casserole Recipe That’s Crazy Easy

So, Chicken Enchilada Casserole – Here’s the Deal I can’t remember exactly when I first threw together this Chicken Enchilada Casserole – probably a Tuesday when I realized I’d forgotten to defrost half the ingredients for dinner. You know those days when you’re eyeing the stack of tortillas, a can of something in the pantry, …

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Easy Marry Me Chicken Soup: Cozy, Dreamy Dinner at Home

Alright, pull up a chair for this one because Easy Marry Me Chicken Soup is my absolute go-to when the weather's grim or when someone's got the sniffles (let's be real, sometimes it's just me needing a soup hug). Honestly, the first time I made this, it was a total improvisation—I'd run out of cream …

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Orange Chicken: My Go-To, Not-So-Secret Comfort Recipe

So About That Orange Chicken You Keep Hearing About... Alright, let me just say, orange chicken is the dish I end up making when I want something comforting but honestly can't face another round of boring weeknight chicken. There was this one time I tried to impress my date—spoiler alert: I splattered orange sauce everywhere. …

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Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake: Comfort Food for Real Life

Honestly, I Could Eat This Every Week Okay, so let’s get one thing straight—there are fancier dinners out there, but Chicken and Broccoli Pasta Bake just gets me. Like, on a Tuesday when it’s raining and I’ve lost my patience but I still want something that feels like a hug, I’ll pull out this recipe. …

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Chicken Fajita Pasta That’ll Brighten Up Your Dinner Table

So, Here's Why Chicken Fajita Pasta Is My Kind of Weeknight Magic Imagine: I stagger through the door, it’s been (one of those) days—you know the type, when your to-do list just grows as the day goes on, and you're not even sure where you left your keys. Well, I dig through the fridge hoping …

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Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe: Cozy, Creamy Goodness at Home

If My Kitchen Walls Could Talk: Chicken Corn Chowder Memories You ever make a bowl of something so cozy it feels like getting a big ol' hug from your favorite aunt? That's exactly what this Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe is for me. I started making it when I was still learning to cook, back in …

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Homestyle Chicken and Gravy: A Cozy, Comfort-Filled Recipe Guide

So, Why Am I Always Making Homestyle Chicken and Gravy? I can't count the number of cool nights when I've flopped down at the kitchen table (with a doorstop of a cookbook over my lap) to make this cozy chicken and gravy. It's the kind of meal that somehow tastes even better when your socks …

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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: Real-Deal Comfort Food Guide

Alright, Let’s Talk About Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice So, if you’ve ever come home after a Monday that felt more like a Thursday, and all you want is something >filling<, this is exactly what you need. Creamy Smothered Chicken and rice has more or less been my secret weapon against grouchy evenings and empty …

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Best Baked Chicken and Rice Casserole: My Cozy Go-To Recipe

Let Me Tell You About This Chicken and Rice Casserole So, you know how some dishes just feel like home? This baked chicken and Rice Casserole has been in my regular dinner rotation since, honestly, probably before I knew fully how to cook rice without peeking under the lid. It started as a way to …

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Chinese Takeout Orange Chicken You Can Make at Home

Let’s Talk About Takeout… At Home Alright, so, picture this: Friday night, rain drizzling outside, and everyone in the house is arguing over whether to order Chinese again—because let's face it, orange chicken is everyone's favorite, but your wallet? Not a fan. That's when I decided, okay, I'm rolling up my sleeves and making Chinese …

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