Win the race against the dinner clock with these super-quick and easy chicken recipes. Call these your weeknight warriors. Discover 15 easy dinner ideas made with chicken.
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Skillet Strawberry Pancake
For people like me, who can't make good pancakes, this recipe is perfect. Everything is cooked in the oven in one single skillet, giving the plus of easy clean up. Serve with maple syrup.
Pasta Primavera with Cauliflower Sauce
If you're not using a high-protein pasta, you can double the protein per serving by adding 8 ounces cooked and sliced chicken breast. Double the sauce in Step 1 to keep the dish creamy.
French Toast
This simple French toast recipe makes for a quick and easy breakfast.
Shirazi Salad
Shirazi salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and cilantro is a refreshing Persian staple.
Strawberry Dump Cake
Strawberry dump cake is one of the easiest desserts you can make.
Broiled Garlic-Herb Salmon
Ok, I hate to give up this recipe because everyone loves it so much, and I do own and use it for my business and my clients love it. It is a broiled salmon, easy enough for a beginner and delicious if done right. This salmon goes great with red potatoes and some steamed veggies.
Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef
Spaghetti topped with this meaty spaghetti sauce will be a family favorite.
Angela's Awesome Enchiladas
The secret is in the seasonings! I whipped these up on my own using stuff I had on hand. Shredding the chicken is the most time-consuming step, but it's worth it in the end. Give these babies a try! Serve with sour cream and a side of Spanish rice.
Mexican Strawberry Water (Agua de Fresa)
Fresh fruit waters, or Aguas de Frutas, made with crushed or blended fruit are a common and popular drink all over Mexico. This recipe is extremely flavorful and refreshing, especially when fresh strawberries are in season.
Radish Salad with Peas
This radish salad with peas and hard-cooked eggs is the perfect spring salad for lunch or a picnic.
Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
Slow cook your St. Patrick's Day corned beef dinner, and celebrate the easy way.
Good Old Fashioned Pancakes
Make delicious, fluffy pancakes from scratch. This recipe uses 7 ingredients you probably already have.
Mississippi Pot Roast
Mississippi pot roast is easy to make in the slow cooker with chuck roast, ranch dressing, au jus gravy mix, and pepperoncini peppers.
Amazingly Easy Irish Soda Bread
The batter for this unadulterated soda bread features buttermilk for a special richness.
Instant Pot® Corned Beef
Say goodbye to prep time in this recipe for corned beef simmered in an Instant Pot® with beer and garlic.
Oven-Roasted Asparagus
Parmesan cheese adds a salty, savory component to sweet, tender asparagus. Try it next to grilled fish or lamb.
World's Best Lasagna
Filling and satisfying, John Chandler's lasagna is our most popular recipe. With basil, sausage, ground beef and three types of cheese, it lives up to its name.
Taco Seasoning
Easy, homemade taco seasoning is cheaper than store-bought versions.
Easy Meatloaf
This easy meatloaf recipe is one of our best--made over 7,000 times and never disappoints! This no-fail meatloaf makes 8 servings.
Chicken Mushroom Dijon
This is a great easy recipe for last-minute guests or a busy weeknight when you want something a little special. You may want to double the sauce and serve it over rice.
Easy Chicken Marsala
Chicken breasts are sauteed, then braised in Marsala wine and cream with mushrooms and green onion. Chicken Marsala simplified!
Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes
Thinly sliced potatoes and onion are layered in a creamy cheese sauce creating the perfect au gratin potato recipe.
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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Crisp edges, chewy middles, and so, so easy to make. Try this wildly-popular chocolate chip cookie recipe for yourself.
Easy Coleslaw Dressing
Make creamy coleslaw in minutes with this 6-ingredient dressing.
Reuben Sandwich II
These sandwiches are really delicious and easy to make. They are one of my family's fix-it-quick favorites. I like to serve them with big bowls of steaming vegetable soup and dill pickles on the side. Enjoy!
Basic Crepes
See how easy it is to make crepes. You'll need just 6 common ingredients for these French-style pancakes.
Braised Corned Beef Brisket
Serve a tender corned beef brisket to your family for any special occasion or just because it's so tasty. The meat is slowly cooked in an oven for maximum flavor.
Guacamole
Cilantro and cayenne give this classic guacamole a tasty kick. Serve it smooth or chunky.
Quick and Almost-Professional Buttercream Icing
This easy buttercream frosting is perfect for piping and decorating.
Easy Sugar Cookies
Quick and easy sugar cookies! Terrific plain or with candies in them. This recipe uses basic ingredients you probably already have.
Waffles I
Made-from-scratch waffles are ready in less than 30 minutes with this basic waffle recipe.
Slow Cooker Texas Pulled Pork
Texas-style pulled pork simmers in a tangy chili-seasoned barbecue sauce with plenty of onion, then pulled into tender shreds to serve on a buttered, toasted bun.
Irish Boiled Dinner (Corned Beef)
Mouth watering tender corned beef with corned beef flavored potatoes, cabbage, and carrots. This is my great grandmothers recipe from Ireland. This was served with both Irish soda bread and corn bread at our house.
Homemade Mac and Cheese
Sharp Cheddar and Parmesan cheese combine for this extra creamy mac 'n' cheese recipe. Just 20 minutes to prep and 30 to bake.
Best Meatloaf
This is the best meatloaf recipe ever complete with a yummy glaze.
Slow Cooker Beef Stew
This easy slow cooker beef stew recipe is hearty and comforting.
Juicy Roasted Chicken
A couple of simple ingredients with no-fuss prep make a roast chicken that many swear is the juiciest they've ever eaten.
Broccoli Chicken Divan
Fresh broccoli and chicken bake in a savory sauce topped with a crunchy, cheesy topping for a casserole they'll love.
Sheet Pan Parmesan Chicken and Veggies
Baked EXTRA CRISPY Parmesan chicken and veggies--dinner made on one pan and packed with flavor!
Easy Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
Hot jumbo buttermilk biscuits with creamy sausage gravy are ready in just 15 minutes for a hearty, family-favorite breakfast.
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Easy Hamantaschen
A favorite treat for the Purim holiday! It has always worked better for me if I cover the dough and refrigerate overnight.
Classic Waffles
A classic waffle recipe includes basic ingredients you probably already have on hand, creating a perfectly crisp breakfast item.
Alfredo Sauce
This creamy Alfredo sauce turns a busy weeknight dinner into something special. Serve it with fettuccine or pour it over chicken breasts or steamed vegetables.
Easy Pancakes
These quick and easy pancakes are perfect for sleepy mornings.
Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
This crowd-pleasing recipe features crunchy peanut butter and is quick and easy to prepare.
Chicken Parmesan
You'll love Chef John's recipe for the best crispy-crusted chicken Parmesan.
The Real Mojito
This authentic mojito cocktail is so refreshing on a hot summer day.
Basic Mashed Potatoes
Potatoes are blended with warmed butter and milk to create those perfect, smooth mashed potatoes everyone loves.
Buttery Garlic Green Beans
Try this easy, sautéed green bean recipe with a garlicky butter sauce.
Delicious Egg Salad for Sandwiches
Simple ingredients and quick prep makes the perfect egg salad for sandwiches!
Simple Macaroni and Cheese
This easy mac and cheese recipe is ready in under 30 minutes.
Salmon Patties I
These salmon patties are delicious for lunch or dinner.
Best Brownies
Cakey on the outside and fudgy in the middle, this easy brownie recipe really is the best! Done in an hour.
Chicken Pot Pie IX
A delicious chicken pot pie made from scratch with carrots, peas, and celery for a comfort food classic.
Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake
Make an individual-size dessert using this decadent recipe for microwave chocolate mug cake.
Spinach and Chicken Casserole
My son, who is an extremely picky eater, loves this quick and simple dish. It's great for pot-luck dinners.
Microwave Baked Potato
This microwave baked potato tastes like it was slow-roasted in the oven.
Easy Chicken Piccata
If you have a picky eater in your family, give this sublime and lemony yet easy chicken piccata recipe a try.
The Best Banana Pudding
No-cook banana pudding made with instant vanilla pudding mix, condensed milk and whipped topping.
Fajita Seasoning
This tasty fajita seasoning is easy to make at home in just 5 minutes.
Best Lemonade Ever
Our refreshing lemonade recipe makes the best-tasting glass ever!
Best Steak Marinade in Existence
What's the secret? Soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and a few dried herbs. Now you know.
Soft Oatmeal Cookies
This recipe for soft oatmeal cookies creates a moist and flavorful dessert that will make everyone's day a little bit better.
To Die For Blueberry Muffins
Extra big blueberry muffins are topped with a sugary-cinnamon crumb mixture in this souped-up blueberry muffin recipe.
Mushroom Pork Chops
Transform cream of mushroom soup into a delicious simmering sauce by tossing in some chopped onion and sliced fresh mushrooms. Add to seasoned and sauteed pork chops and you have a rich and creamy meal.
Joy's Easy Banana Bread
This easy banana bread recipe is quick to prepare, and everyone always comes back for seconds!
Cilantro-Lime Baked Shrimp
Baked shrimp with a light south-of-the-border flair. Serve over pasta with shaved Parmesan cheese.
Simple Teriyaki Sauce
This quick and easy homemade Japanese teriyaki sauce can also be used as a dip.
Butter Schnitzel
I have been to Germany, and in my travels a good friend of mine made me this. I have duplicated and improved upon his recipe.
Easy Corned Beef and Cabbage
This corned beef and cabbage recipe is quick and easy. A no-fuss meal, that's great for St. Patrick's Day or a weeknight family dinner.
Irish Potato Candy
A cute little confection that looks just like little potatoes. This kind does not contain potatoes; they are made using cream cheese and coconut.
Banana Muffins II
These delicious banana muffins are easy for kids to make.
Quick and Easy Brownies
This quick and easy recipe for chocolate brownies with walnuts takes about 45 minutes to make.
Quick Tartar Sauce
You'll need only 4 ingredients for this quick homemade tartar sauce.
Lemon and Garlic New Potatoes
This is a simplified version of a new potato dish my Costa Rican host sister used to make when I was in the Peace Corps. It has become a favorite side dish at my house.
Gourmet Mushroom Risotto
Authentic Italian-style mushroom risotto goes with any main course.
Jumbo Breakfast Cookies
Jumbo breakfast cookies are perfect for grabbing on the way out the door. Feel free to substitute chocolate chips or dried cranberries for the raisins or any combination of the three for a little different twist.
The Best Lemon Bars
These tart, rich lemon bars need just seven common ingredients you probably already have, and are done in 55 minutes!
Guinness® Corned Beef
I discovered this tasty St. Patrick's day treat when I attended an Irish Rovers Concert. My family and friend insist that it is a staple at get togethers any time of the year. Roast this Corned Beef slowly at a low setting for a melt in your mouth delight. The aroma is fantastic!
Cheeseburger Quesadilla
Burritoville, a local joint down by Southeast University here, specializes in some of the oddest burritos I've ever tasted. From the BBQ chicken to the Buffalo burrito, I've had them all, but they've got only one type of quesadilla. So I've decided to take one of my favorite burritos from there, the cheeseburger burrito and apply it to quesadilla form. Served with a side of fries and a Coke®, it's what I call my most recent of culinary triumphs. Serve with a side of ketchup, yellow mustard, and sweet relish.
Chef John's Corned Beef and Cabbage
It's almost St. Patrick's Day, and for many that means boiling up a nice authentic Irish dinner of corned beef and cabbage. The original Irish recipe actually used a type of lean bacon, made with a cut of pork similar to Canadian bacon. Corned beef came into the picture as a lower-cost substitution, to replace the more expensive and harder to find cut.
Corned Beef and Cabbage with Guinness®-Dijon Gravy
A St. Patrick's Day classic, this slow cooker corned beef and cabbage is served with Guinness®-Dijon gravy that takes it to a whole new level.
Mamaw's Chicken and Rice Casserole
This chicken and rice casserole is quick and easy to put together and will remind you of your grandma's cooking.
Simple White Cake
This simple white cake recipe uses just 7 ingredients.
Corned Beef Roast
This is a basic corned beef roast recipe. It is easy to prepare and wonderful to eat.
Banana Chocolate Chip Bread
Very ripe bananas keep this quick bread sweet and moist, while chocolate chips bring sweetness.
Roasted Cabbage
Roasted cabbage, seasoned with garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt, is a quick and easy side dish for weeknight dinners.
Beef and Guinness® Stew
Beer, beef, and bacon add deep, complex flavors to this Irish-inspired stew that's at its best when served with mashed potatoes.