Chicken Recipes
Easy Chicken Recipes for Busy Families
Chicken is one of the most dependable proteins for weeknight dinners. It’s versatile, affordable, and easy to pair with pantry staples — making it ideal for feeding a family.
Here you’ll find creamy chicken casseroles, hearty pasta dishes, slow cooker meals, comforting soups, and simple baked chicken recipes. These dinners are designed to be practical, flavorful, and family-approved.
Many of these recipes can be made ahead, adapted with homemade seasoning blends, or paired with simple sides for a complete meal.
Whether you need something quick for a busy evening or a comforting dish for Sunday dinner, these chicken recipes are built to work in a real kitchen.
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Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Broccoli
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Broccoli made completely from scratch using homemade Alfredo sauce, juicy garlic herb chicken, and fresh pasta. A comforting family dinner built from your OGK kitchen basics.
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Cajun Chicken Pasta (Creamy Cajun Alfredo)
Creamy Cajun chicken pasta made with seasoned chicken, fettuccine, and bold homemade Cajun Alfredo sauce. A rich, flavorful weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
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Pollo Bandito Mexican Queso Chicken
Thin-sliced chicken cooked in bold spices and coated in creamy white queso. This fast Mexican skillet dinner is perfect for busy nights.
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Crispy Chick-fil-A–Style Chicken Sandwich (Homemade)
This homemade Chick-fil-A–style chicken sandwich features juicy chicken marinated in pickle juice, coated in a lightly sweet, ultra-crispy breading, and pan-fried until golden brown. A budget-friendly family favorite.
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Juicy Garlic Herb Chicken Breasts (Air Fryer, Skillet, or Grill)
These juicy garlic herb chicken breasts are seasoned with pantry spices and cooked perfectly in the air fryer, skillet, or on the grill for an easy family dinner.
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Chicken Street Tacos (Easy, Fresh, & Packed With Flavor)
These chicken street tacos are made with seasoned skillet-cooked chicken, warm corn tortillas, and a fresh tomato-avocado topping finished with lime and cilantro. An easy, flavor-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
These creamy chicken enchiladas are a simple, family-friendly dinner made with tender chicken, green chiles, and a rich, creamy sauce. Easy to customize and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Creamy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti Bake
This creamy Rotel chicken spaghetti bake is an easy comfort food dinner made with tender angel hair pasta, creamy soups, Rotel tomatoes, and melty cheese — perfect for busy weeknights and family meals.
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Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup (Dump-and-Go Family Favorite)
A cozy, easy crockpot chicken taco soup that’s perfect for busy weeknights and freezer meals.