Gourmet Chicken Main Dish Recipes

Looking for chicken dishes that are a cut above the rest? Allrecipes has more than 210 extra-special chicken recipes complete with ratings, reviews and presentation tips.

Staff Picks

Chicken Breasts with Herb Basting Sauce

Rating: 4.39 stars
514
Chicken breasts basted with a medley of herbs. Can also be made with skinless, boneless meat.
By CHRISTYJ

Chef John's Chicken Kiev

Rating: 4.75 stars
171
I'm not going to say this chicken Kiev is 'easy to make.' It's really not. So, why try? Because, if and when you pull this off, you'll be enjoying one of the greatest chicken experiences of your life. It's also one of the greatest garlic experiences of your life, as well as one of the greatest butter experiences of your life.
By Chef John

Lemon Leek Roasted Cornish Hens

Rating: 4.37 stars
31
Cornish game hens stuffed with leeks and fresh lemons and baked to a golden finish. This is a delicious and simple recipe for Cornish hens. Serve with couscous and broccoli, if desired.
By Stephanie Lewis

Poulet de Provencal

Rating: 4.69 stars
49
This always reminds me of an aromatic day in Eze, France.
By beutifldrmer

Chef John's Salt Roasted Chicken

Rating: 4.69 stars
290
This is one of those rare recipes where the name is the same as the ingredient list. You're going to be so shocked at how flavorful, juicy, and amazing this roast chicken comes out.
By Chef John

Roasted Chicken with Risotto and Caramelized Onions

Rating: 4.23 stars
373
Moist roasted chicken gets the royal treatment with caramelized onions, balsamic vinegar and creamy risotto. You may choose to roast your own chicken or purchase a rotisserie chicken from a grocery store. A little grated cheese such as Parmesan or Pecorino Romano before serving is also a nice touch.
By Michele O'Sullivan

Stuffed Chicken Valentino

Rating: 4.47 stars
319
This is a dish to serve guests--be ready to impress! Good enough to be served at a high-priced restaurant, but easy enough to make yourself. Creamy mozzarella and roasted red peppers make the dish really special. Serve over pasta with Alfredo sauce.
By Emily Compson Trenbeath

Coq Au Vin, My Way

Rating: 4.41 stars
64
Traveling through France, I sampled all I could in French cuisine. There were many delightful meals, but my favorite was Coq Au Vin. When I returned to the states, I began my quest to recreate that wonderful taste. It takes some extra time to prepare but the result is well worth the wait. Serve with Baby Carrots or Steamed Asparagus and Mashed Potatoes on the side.
By CLWEST47

Chimichurri Baked Chicken

Rating: 4.56 stars
8
Chimichurri is a dish from Argentina that is usually served over grilled chicken or steak. This is my version, which may or may not be authentic.
By Bren

Indonesian Satay

Rating: 4.59 stars
344
This is an original Indonesian satay. I send it from a long way. Hope all over the world, readers can enjoy it.
By Bunda Estherlita Suryoputro

Million Dollar Chicken

Rating: 4.19 stars
59
This chicken is roasted on thick slices of sourdough bread and slathered with a creme fraiche glaze. It looks like a million dollars. When you combine the chicken with that sticky, drippings-soaked bread, you're talking about at least a million-dollar taste.
By Chef John

Makhani Chicken (Indian Butter Chicken)

Rating: 4.46 stars
147
This fragrant, spicy Indian butter chicken recipe is from the owner of the India Cuisine restaurant in Seattle, Washington. Serve with hot Indian bread.
By RKOZEL
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Inspiration and Ideas

Cornish Game Hens with Garlic and Rosemary

Cornish Game Hens with Garlic and Rosemary
Rating: Unrated
838
"This recipe is incredible! I ate my hen with my hands, hot from the oven, juices running down my fingers like I was in Game of Thrones." – becca11bear
Chicken Cordon Bleu

Chicken Cordon Bleu
Rating: Unrated
4826
"Amazingly elegant and simple to make. The taste belongs in a fancy restaurant—so delicious! The secret: the sauce. To die for!" – cookintraining
Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts with Shallots

Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts with Shallots
Rating: Unrated
333
Bourbon Pecan Chicken

Bourbon Pecan Chicken
Rating: Unrated
518
Indian Tandoori Chicken

Indian Tandoori Chicken
Rating: Unrated
233
Romantic Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms

Romantic Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms
Rating: Unrated
411

Creme Fraiche Chicken

Rating: 4.46 stars
59

When I was an exchange student in France, my French mom made this dish and it has been my favorite ever since. It is chicken breast cooked in butter, creme fraiche and mushrooms over pasta. No one can make it like her, but this is very close. Serve with French bread or French garlic bread if desired. Bon Appetite!

More Gourmet Chicken Main Dish Recipes

Chicken Cordon Bleu I

Rating: 4.61 stars
1810
This entree is easy and delicious! It's one of my husband's favorites! Try to use the largest chicken breasts you can find so you'll be able to roll them easier.
By Jill M.

Sweet and Sour Chicken I

Rating: 4.5 stars
965
Pan fried chicken cubes served with a sweet and sour sauce.
By LINDAHU

Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Rating: 4.74 stars
313
Greek kabobs. Fantastic flavor for chicken. Marinade can also be used for pork.
By Tanya Petkos Schroeder

Chicken Tikka Masala

Rating: 4.4 stars
2234
This is an easy recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala--chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and then served in a tomato cream sauce. Serve with rice or warm pita bread.
By Yakuta

Jerk Chicken and Pasta

Rating: 4.32 stars
48
Jerk Chicken and Pasta is a passionately spicy Jamaican-style dish that when tempered correctly will tantalize even the most fire-fearing palate!
By Terry Coonan

Chicken Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken)

Rating: 4.5 stars
950
Chicken Makhani is one of my favorite Indian dishes. It is a full flavored dish that complements the chicken well. It can be made as mild or spicy as you wish by adjusting the cayenne. Serve with basmati rice and naan bread.
By MITCHMAN21

Chicken Cordon Bleu II

Rating: 4.78 stars
4764
'Cordon Bleu' is a French term, literally translated as 'blue ribbon', that originally referred to an award for culinary excellence given to women cooks! The term can now apply to any superior cook (yes, men too), and also to this dish (chicken, ham and Swiss cheese slices, breaded and sauteed). This yummy version adds paprika and a creamy white wine sauce worthy of its own blue ribbon. Two blue ribbon tastes in wedded bliss -- Chicken Cordon Bleu II!
By Behr

Crispy Roasted Chicken

Rating: 4.72 stars
96
This oven-roasted chicken is inspired by the Brathaehnchen served commonly in Bavarian Biergartens, small shops, and food carts. You can serve this chicken with many side dishes, but favorites are fried potatoes or spaetzle and a nice garden salad. Weiss beer doesn't hurt at all!
By Doc Simonson

Chinese Chicken Fried Rice II

Rating: 4.41 stars
1450
Chicken, rice, soy sauce and shredded egg stir fried together. This is a very simple recipe. It is easy, but tasty! Note: Never use rice that you have just cooked.
By LISA TOURVILLE

Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Rating: 4.34 stars
418
A stir fry recipe I developed to satisfy a family of garlic lovers.
By Teresa Shields

Chicken Biryani

Rating: 4.31 stars
128
This is a delicious Pakistani/Indian rice dish which is often reserved for very special occasions such as weddings, parties, or holidays such as Ramadan. It has a lengthy preparation, but the work is definitely worth it. For biryani, always use long grain rice. Basmati rice with its thin, fine grains is the ideal variety to use. Ghee is butter that has been slowly melted so that the milk solids and golden liquid have been separated and can be used in place of vegetable oil to yield a more authentic taste.
By Nazia

Easy Chicken Marbella

Rating: 4.67 stars
1
Oh my gosh! This is an amazing chicken dish. Sounds a little weird with the ingredients, but it is amazing and well worth the wait!
By Sarah

Al Kabsa - Traditional Saudi Rice and Chicken

Rating: 4.51 stars
35
This was the first Arabic dish I ever made and it turned out extremely delicious, a new favorite! Serve Al Kabsa with a fresh mixed cucumber, carrot, lettuce, and tomato salad -- preferably with a little lime vinaigrette. Some fresh pita bread on the side would be nice also. Saudis like their Kabsa with a hot sauce called 'Shattah'. Enjoy!
By EmiratiWife2010

Butterflied Roast Chicken with Lemon and Rosemary

Rating: 4.45 stars
17
Want to cook whole chicken quicker and more evenly? Remove the backbone with a knife or kitchen scissors to flatten the chicken. The breast meat doesn't dry out, the dark meat is tender and juicy, and there's lots of crispy golden skin to enjoy. Here, it's simply roasted with lemon and rosemary, but butterflied chicken is especially good on the grill.
By foodelicious

Feta and Bacon Stuffed Chicken with Onion Mashed Potatoes

Rating: 4.61 stars
199
Not for anyone watching their diet. A wonderful flavor filled meal that really fills you up. I took ideas from a few other recipes on here and I made it my own. Simply delicious!
By danielle

Romantic Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms

Rating: 4.17 stars
400
Easy, moist, flavorful and aromatic -- the white wine, artichokes and mushrooms make this chicken dish the to way to any man's heart! Delicious served with buttered noodles and fresh greens.
By Caity-O

Indian Tandoori Chicken

Rating: 4.3 stars
230
This is an authentic recipe for Tandoori chicken. Serve with long grain Basmati rice, cucumber salad, grilled veggies, roasted corn on the cob and finish off the meal with Kulfi (Indian ice cream).
By Simmi Gupta

Delicious Easy Chicken Francese

Rating: 4.26 stars
228
This is an easy and delicious recipe for Chicken Francese. It's great over pasta or rice or with a side of your favorite vegetable
By Elaina

Sri Lankan Chicken Curry

Rating: 4.65 stars
18
Based on a traditional Sri Lankan family recipe, this curry is spicy and full of flavor. Try this recipe and you will love it! Serve with basmati or jasmine rice and any other curried dish.
By Sriyani

Indian Tomato Chicken

Rating: 4.53 stars
216
Chicken pieces coated with many fragrant spices like turmeric, cardamom and cloves, then simmered in a tomato sauce. This dish is a family favorite. I have also taken it to potlucks and served it to guests in my home. Everyone asks for the recipe. It is a great slow cooker meal, too.
By SHECOOKS2

Mediterranean Chicken with Eggplant

Rating: 3.98 stars
118
I've learned to make this dish from my grandmother who still lives on the shore of the Mediterranean.
By thepamperedchefny

Cordon Bleu Rollups with Honey-Mustard Wine Sauce

Rating: 4.25 stars
6
Rollups of chicken breast, Swiss cheese and ham are baked and topped with a white honey-mustard wine sauce. This is one of my favorites. It was trial and error. Play with the ingredient amounts, because I never use a recipe and these are approximations!
By LAURA OLSON

Teena's Spicy Pesto Chicken and Pasta

Rating: 4.57 stars
322
A spicy chicken and pesto pasta dish that's easy to adjust to any heat level. I created it after eating a similar dish at a Santa Monica restaurant, and it's one of my favorites. Serve with additional grated Parmesan, if desired. As an option, it's delicious with creamy goat cheese stirred in at the end.
By LAGIRL

Sous Vide Chicken Breast

Rating: 4.63 stars
4
Cook chicken sous vide before using in any grilled chicken recipe.
By YOLANDA
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