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When you need a memorable meal in a hurry, reach for pantry-friendly chicken recipes that require just 4 ingredients (not counting freebies like basic cooking oils, salt, and pepper). These versatile dishes showcase the power of using simple ingredients to create deliciously rich flavor. Try one of our easy recipes and you'll never have a boring chicken dinner again.
Crispy Fried Chicken
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Down-home buttermilk-fried chicken has the tenderness and crunch that you're craving. Use just a few ingredients to make savory magic with this easy, family-friendly chicken meal.
Honey Glazed Chicken
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Try a deliciously fiery chicken dish that gets rave reviews from home cooks. Honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes create a rich and flavorful base for this 5-star winner.
Famous Butter Chicken
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You can't go wrong with crunchy, buttery chicken breasts that feature a deep, garlicky flavor. With thousands of 5-star reviews, this pantry-friendly recipe wins every time.
Smoked Mozzarella Skillet Chicken
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Decadently cheesy chicken comes together in under 30 minutes with this recipe from mrsg. Smoked mozzarella is draped over succulent breast meat for a satisfying bite.
Chicken Katsu
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Katsu is a crispy panko-fried dish that hails from Japan. Serve it alongside rice or a bright vegetable salad for a wholesome meal that appeals to everyone.
Instant Pot Salsa Chicken
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"I combined this with drained black beans and brown rice for burrito bowl lunches for the week," says Cindy. "This will be one of my go to recipes from now on — it was delicious!"
Chef John's Tandoori Chicken
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Chef John's bold grilled chicken dish serves up smoky, spicy, and bright flavor with surprisingly little effort. Allow your skinless chicken thighs to marinate for at least 2 hours before cooking for best results.
Chicken Cordon Bleu
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Salty ham and velvety Swiss cheese make the perfect filling for chicken breasts in this classic recipe. Seasoned breadcrumbs add a savory crunch that will keep you coming back for more.
Super Easy Chicken and Dumplings
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Make a hearty bowl of dumplings with a mere handful of ingredients. Refrigerated biscuit dough and cream of chicken soup help you to skip a few steps and save precious time.
Crunchy Baked Pesto Chicken Thighs
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Breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and jarred pesto combine for an irresistibly cozy chicken dinner. You'll love how luxurious this easy weeknight recipes tastes and feels.
Chef John's Chicken and Mushrooms
"This is a wonderful recipe!" says tRicky. "The chicken was moist and flavorful and the mushroom gravy was a huge hit. I'm a big fan of one pan cleanup as well."
Baked Split Chicken Breast
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Pantry herbs and olive oil turn halved chicken breasts into a mouthwatering entree. This simple, savory recipe is bound to be on repeat in your kitchen.
Lucky's Quickie Chickie
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Add fresh basil and balsamic vinegar to seasoned tenderloin strips and prepare for the wow. Reach for this recipe when you need a wholesome, lightning-fast dinner.
Baked Chicken Wings
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Toss chicken wings with garlic, chili powder, and black pepper for a tantalizing appetizer or main course. Simple spices turn up the heat on these tender, tasty wings — just pick a sauce and enjoy.
Juicy Roasted Chicken
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Roasting a whole chicken may seem like a daunting task, but it couldn't be easier with this reliable recipe from ROBINROCKINGBIRD. Be sure to dry the skin thoroughly before seasoning for the crispiest results.