No one needs another chicken dinner except these chicken dinners are anything but boring and bland. Shake things up and become the hero of your kitchen with these gourmet recipes. Packed with flavor and flair, these dishes will bring new excitement to your dinner table and we promise no one will think this chicken dinner was basic.
Stuffed Chicken Marsala
This stuffed chicken marsala is an even more delicious twist on the classic Italian dish with melted mozzarella, sweet and savory tomato butter, and fresh basil cooked inside the chicken.
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Pecan Crusted Chicken
This pecan crusted chicken is served with a killer honey dijon yogurt sauce that takes this easy weeknight meal over the top. Crunchy and packed with flavor, this is a dinner everyone will ask for over and over.
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Chicken Sorrentino
Chicken sorrentino is a classic Italian recipe and for good reason — it has a bit of everything you love all in one dish. Breaded chicken is topped with prosciutto, eggplant, and plenty of cheese and bak
Easy Marry Me Chicken
Juicy chicken baked in a creamy tomato sauce — one bite of this Marry Me Chicken dish is enough to make anyone fall in love! Perfect for a cozy night in, it’s a great choice for a gourmet chicken dinner at home.
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One Pan Tuscan Chicken in Parmesan Cream Sauce
Tuscan Chicken in Parmesan Cheese Sauce is a creamy, tender meal. Packed with spinach, two kinds of tomatoes, and a splash of heavy cream, this recipe transforms a simple dinner into something fantastic! Bonus – you can make this chicken dinner in one pan in about 30 minutes — restaurant quality!
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Easy Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade
This lime cilantro marinade chicken is great for a quick weeknight dinner. Mix the marinade ingredients with chicken, bake, and enjoy a vibrant, cilantro-lime-flavored meal that brings a fresh twist to your dinner table.
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Perfect Sous Vide Chicken Breast Recipe
Want the most moist, tender chicken ever? Our basic sous vide boneless chicken breast recipe will become your favorite way to cook chicken! Easy step-by-step recipe for the very best chicken breast ever, making it an excellent choice for gourmet dining at home.
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Feta and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Chicken breasts stuffed with feta cheese and spinach are a perfect dinner entrée and easier to make than you’d think. Impress your guests or whip up a quick family dinner with this flavorful dish.
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Italian Baked Chicken Cutlets
Our baked chicken cutlets are crispy and juicy without breading! Try this easy Italian recipe for a quick, healthy meal bursting with flavor. Great for a weeknight or any time you want a gourmet touch.
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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders
Oven baked chicken tenders are quick and kid-friendly – with no breading! This 30-minute recipe uses chicken tenderloins for a fast, easy, healthy dinner. Perfect for busy nights when you want something better than takeout.
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Baked Italian Style Chicken Wings
This easy chicken recipe for baked Italian style chicken wings is simple and delicious. Mediterranean flavors made with a garlicky Italian dressing of fresh herbs. Bake in the oven or use an air fryer for crispier wings.
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Sticky Sesame Chicken Wings Recipe
The ultimate crowd-pleaser: Sticky Baked Sesame Chicken Wings with Rice! These wings strike the perfect balance of honey sweetness, savory goodness, and that irresistible stickiness. Great for game day, family night, or a tasty appetizer.
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Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Drumsticks
This well-tested recipe for slow cooker chicken drumsticks is a super easy dinner made with just a few simple ingredients, featuring a sweet and tangy homemade honey mustard sauce. Perfect for busy days when you want a home-cooked meal with minimal effort.
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Juicy & Spiced Pomegranate Glazed Chicken Thighs
These pomegranate glazed, pan-seared chicken thighs are super crave-worthy, but also surprisingly easy to make. An excellent choice for a gourmet meal that’s sure to impress.
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Chicken Francese
Chicken Francese, aka Chicken French, is a popular restaurant dish of chicken cutlets with buttery lemon white wine sauce. Pan-fried chicken cutlets simmered in a sauce made with chicken broth, lemon juice, white wine, and butter. Serve with rice, pasta, and bread to enjoy every bit of this flavorful dish.
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Chicken Dijon
Chicken Dijon is juicy, pan-fried boneless chicken breasts with creamy Dijon mustard sauce. Easy to prepare, and if you are looking for a new way to cook chicken breasts, this recipe is for you.
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Creamy Lemon Chicken Thighs
These creamy lemon chicken thighs boast flavors like garlic, white wine, herbs, spices, and lemon. A cozy dinner option that’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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Easy Chicken Marsala Recipe
This quick weeknight dinner can be on the table in about 30 minutes. Chicken Marsala offers a rich and savory sauce that complements tender chicken beautifully.
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Chicken Bacon One Pot Meal
This delicious Chicken Bacon One Pot meal is perfect for an easy, quick weeknight dinner. The chicken is cooked with potatoes and peas, creating a complete meal that’s both satisfying and simple to make.
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a simple and easy recipe that works great as a weeknight dinner. The classic combination of garlic and parmesan will bring some flavor to your dinner table tonight. Even better, this can be made in just 30 minutes!
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Sous Vide Cornish Hen
This Sous Vide Cornish Hen recipe is tender and juicy, seasoned with Moroccan flavors and broiled until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
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Chicken Scampi
Chicken Scampi using chicken tenderloins with a rich buttery scampi sauce with garlic and lemon served over spaghetti. A quick and flavorful dinner that brings a touch of elegance to your weeknight meals.
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Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Tender and Juicy Creamy Mushroom Chicken is an easy one-pan recipe that’s simple enough for a weeknight meal, yet decadent enough for entertaining. This is one of the tastiest chicken and mushroom recipes you’ll ever eat.
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ed in a hearty tomato sauce for an irresistible dish you can easily make at home.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
