The short answer: the easiest chicken recipes use one method you trust: bake, pan-sear, air fry or slow cook. Cook chicken to 165°F in the thickest part, as how to cook chicken explains, then season it to fit the night.

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Guides

  • Chicken Dinner Ideas Start here45 easy chicken dinner ideas: sheet pan, slow cooker, one-pot, quick and rotisserie chicken meals, plus which cut to buy and safe …
  • Baked Chicken BreastJuicy baked chicken breast at 425°F: how long to bake chicken breast at every temperature and thickness, 8 seasoning blends, stora…
  • Chicken Breast Recipes86 boneless chicken breast recipes for dinner with cook time, cost and protein per serving, plus a 7-day meal plan and USDA food-s…
  • Chicken Cordon BleuEasy baked chicken cordon bleu with Dijon cream sauce, plus a casserole, air fryer times, 10 variations, make-ahead and freezer ti…
  • Chicken recipes60 chicken recipes by cut and method: breast, thighs, drumsticks, whole bird and ground, with bake, skillet, air fryer, crockpot a…
  • Crockpot Chicken Recipes44 easy crockpot chicken recipes: shredded, creamy, soups, healthy and whole chicken, plus cook times by cut, safety rules and a s…
  • Rotisserie Chicken Recipes45 rotisserie chicken recipes for leftovers: quick dinners, soups, casseroles, pasta and party food, plus how to shred it, storage…

Ideas and how-tos

  • Air Fryer Chicken BreastMake juicy air fryer chicken breast at 380°F in about 18 minutes, with a cook time chart by size, 6 seasoning blends and frozen-br…
  • BBQ chickenAn easy BBQ chicken recipe with a simple dry rub and sticky barbecue sauce, baked in the oven or grilled, with times for thighs, d…
  • Baked chicken drumsticksCrispy baked chicken drumsticks at 425°F in about 40 minutes: an oven recipe with a time-and-temperature chart, 6 seasoning ideas …
  • Baked chicken thighsBaked chicken thighs at 425°F: bone-in, skin-on thighs in 35 to 45 minutes, a simple spice rub, crisp skin and 165°F on a thermome…
  • Butter chickenMake easy butter chicken at home: yogurt-marinated chicken in a creamy tomato, butter and garam masala sauce, with spice swaps, si…
  • Cajun chicken pastaCajun chicken pasta with sliced chicken to 165°F, bell pepper, a pantry spice mix and a light cream sauce. One skillet, leftovers …
  • Chicken CacciatoreAn easy chicken cacciatore recipe: browned thighs simmered with peppers, mushrooms and tomatoes in one pan, plus slow cooker, oven…
  • Chicken Fajita RecipeAn easy chicken fajita recipe with a quick lime and spice marinade, peppers and onions seared in a hot skillet in about 30 minutes…
  • Chicken Pot PieAn easy chicken pot pie recipe with a creamy filling and flaky crust. Steps, bake times, shortcuts, freezer tips and a turkey pot …
  • Chicken ShawarmaMake juicy chicken shawarma at home with a 9-spice marinade, a hot oven or skillet and a quick garlic yogurt sauce, plus timing an…
  • Chicken Thigh Recipes30 easy chicken thigh recipes grouped by method: baked, skillet, sheet pan, slow cooker and air fryer. Cook times, a 7-night start…
  • Chicken alfredoEasy chicken alfredo with seared chicken, fettuccine and a creamy Parmesan sauce in about 30 minutes, plus broccoli and baked vers…
  • Chicken and Rice CasseroleAn easy chicken and rice casserole with uncooked rice, chicken, broccoli and cheese in one dish. Includes a from-scratch sauce and…
  • Chicken and broccoliEasy chicken and broccoli skillet with garlic-soy sauce in about 30 minutes: 165°F safety check, stir-fry tips, rice pairing and w…
  • Chicken and dumplingsAn easy chicken and dumplings recipe with a creamy broth and fluffy drop dumplings, plus rolled Southern dumplings, a biscuit shor…
  • Chicken curryEasy chicken curry recipe with onion, garlic, ginger and coconut milk or yogurt: one-pot method, 165°F safety, rice pairing and le…
  • Chicken katsuChicken katsu with panko crust, pan-fry and air-fryer methods, tonkatsu sauce, katsu curry bowls, doneness to 165°F and cost for a…
  • Chicken meatballsEasy chicken meatballs with ground chicken, breadcrumbs and herbs: oven or skillet method, 165°F safety, sauce ideas, freezing tip…
  • Chicken parmesanCrispy chicken parmesan with breaded cutlets, marinara and mozzarella: pan-fried, baked and air fryer methods, safe temps, sides a…
  • Chicken piccataChicken piccata with thin cutlets, a bright lemon-caper pan sauce, timing chart, side ideas, make-ahead tips and cost for four wee…
  • Chicken sandwichHomemade chicken sandwich recipe with crispy fried and grilled paths, buttermilk brine option, brioche buns, pickles, sauces and 1…
  • Chicken spaghettiCreamy chicken spaghetti casserole with shredded chicken, pasta and cheese: weeknight bake, make-ahead tips and 165°F leftover reh…
  • Chicken stewEasy chicken stew with thighs or breasts, potatoes, carrots and herbs: stovetop method, 165°F safety, thickening tips and make-ahe…
  • Chicken wingA chicken wing recipe with a measured spice coating, oven-rack method and 165°F thermometer check. Includes serving, cooling and r…
  • Fried chickenA crispy Southern fried chicken recipe with a buttermilk soak and a seasoned flour coating, plus oil temperatures, frying times an…
  • Greek chicken marinadeGreek chicken marinade with yogurt, lemon, garlic and oregano. Get measured amounts, refrigerator timing, a 165°F cooking check an…
  • Healthy chicken recipes20 healthy chicken recipes under 450 calories, each with protein and fiber from USDA data, plus quick methods, a weekly plan and s…
  • Honey garlic chickenHoney garlic chicken for 4: a sticky skillet or baked glaze for thighs or breasts, ingredient table, pan sauce tips, swaps and 165…
  • How to cook chickenHow to cook chicken breasts, thighs, wings and whole birds: oven, stovetop, air fryer, grill and boiling times, plus the 165°F saf…
  • Jerk chickenJerk chicken for 4: bone-in thighs and legs in a Scotch bonnet, allspice and thyme marinade, refrigerated overnight, then grilled …
  • Kung Pao ChickenMake kung pao chicken at home in 25 minutes with juicy chicken, peanuts, dried chilies and a tangy sauce, plus spice levels and a …
  • Lemon chickenEasy lemon chicken recipe with garlic pan sauce: skillet or oven method, 165°F safety, sides, make-ahead tips and leftover timing …
  • Lemon pepper chickenEasy lemon pepper chicken with fresh lemon, cracked pepper and garlic: skillet cutlets or baked breasts to 165°F, plus sides and l…
  • Marry Me ChickenAn easy marry me chicken recipe: seared chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce, ready in 30 minutes. Steps, swaps, si…
  • Orange ChickenA crispy orange chicken recipe with a fresh orange sauce in 30 minutes, with pan-fry, air fryer and oven methods, plus sides, swap…
  • Pan Seared Chicken BreastJuicy pan seared chicken breast in about 15 minutes: pound it even, sear 5 to 6 minutes a side to 165°F, then baste with garlic bu…
  • Parmesan crusted chickenCrispy Parmesan crusted chicken breasts baked at 425°F to 165°F in about 30 minutes, with mayo or egg coating methods, air fryer t…
  • Roast ChickenJuicy roast chicken: dry and salt a 4 to 5 pound bird, roast at 425°F about 15 minutes a pound to 165°F, then rest 15 minutes. Tim…
  • Sesame chickenCrispy sesame chicken with sticky sweet-savory sauce in about 30 minutes: pan-fry method, rice sides, 165°F poultry safety and lef…
  • Teriyaki chickenTeriyaki chicken recipe for 4: thighs or breasts to 165°F, a reserved sauce, and rice. Refrigerate within 2 hours and reheat lefto…
  • Tuscan chickenEasy Tuscan chicken with seared cutlets, garlic cream sauce, sun-dried tomatoes and spinach in about 30 minutes, plus dairy-free s…