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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    22 Restaurant-Quality Chicken Dinners You Can Make at Home Tonight

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 25, 2024, updated October 16, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Chicken is a versatile ingredient that can be transformed into a variety of delicious meals right in your own kitchen. From classic comfort dishes to gourmet creations, there are countless ways to prepare chicken that will impress your family and friends. Here are 22 restaurant-quality chicken dinners that are easy to make and sure to satisfy!

    Olive Garden Chicken Scampi

    Olive Garden Chicken Scampi.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Chicken scampi is a simple and tasty dish that's great for a busy weeknight. It features tender chicken cooked with garlic, butter, lemon, and a splash of white wine, all mixed with pasta and fresh herbs for a satisfying meal.

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    Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup

    Chicken noodle soup.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Thai-inspired soup is full of spices and perfect for a cozy meal. It's a great choice when you're in the mood for something warm and satisfying.

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    Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken

    Baked parmesan crusted chicken.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    Parmesan-crusted chicken is a quick and tasty meal that everyone will enjoy. With its cheesy, crispy coating, it's great for dipping and sure to please the whole family.

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    Panera Bread Thai Chicken Soup

    Panera Bread Thai Chicken Soup.
    Photo Credit: Food Hussy.

    This Thai Chicken Soup is a cozy dish that's great for chilly days. It's packed with chicken, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, red bell peppers, and edamame, all simmered in a flavorful coconut broth with a hint of Thai yellow curry.

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    Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl

    Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl.
    Photo credit: Fresh Apron.

    The is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for any weeknight. In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying dish that's full of great taste.

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    Spicy Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    Spicy Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    This spicy chicken and broccoli cheddar soup is perfect for a chilly evening. It's a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with creamy broccoli and cheddar for a satisfying meal.

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    Balsamic Chicken with Peaches

    Balsamic chicken with peaches.
    Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson.

    This dish features tender chicken thighs paired with sweet peaches, tangy balsamic vinegar, rich maple syrup, and fragrant rosemary, all cooked together in one pan. It's an easy and delicious way to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right at home.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Soup

    A bowl of chicken soup.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot Chicken Soup is a warm and satisfying dinner that you can whip up in just over an hour. With its creamy texture and a touch of spice, it's great for a cozy meal at home.

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    Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

    Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken pasta dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight. With a creamy alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and well-cooked noodles, it's a comforting meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Creamy Chicken Soup with Peas

    Creamy Chicken Soup with Peas
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    This creamy chicken soup is packed with peas and mushrooms, offering a rich flavor that's balanced by the freshness of parsley and a hint of lemon. It's a comforting dish that's perfect for a cozy meal at home.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

    tikka masala in a bowl with rice.
    Photo credit: Hungry Healthy Happy.

    Enjoy a classic British takeaway favorite right in your kitchen with this Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala. Simply add all the ingredients to the slow cooker and let it create a flavorful curry for a cozy dinner.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This hearty chicken and broccoli meal is perfect for a filling dinner and you'll have enough for tomorrow too. It's a simple way to enjoy a restaurant-style dish right at home.

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    ​Chicken Thighs with Grapes, Thyme & Smoked Paprika

    Roast Chicken and Grapes on a plate
    Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson.

    This easy one-pan chicken dish features sweet grapes, smoky paprika, and flavorful chicken with thyme. It's a great option for a quick weeknight meal or when you're entertaining friends.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets

    Air fried chicken cutlets.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These air fryer chicken cutlets are a great choice for a quick and tasty dinner any night. With their crispy outside and juicy inside, you'll find yourself wanting to make them over and over.

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    Greek Grilled Chicken

    Greek chicken skewers.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This grilled chicken is easy to prepare and packed with tasty Greek flavors, making it a great choice for your next barbecue. It's sure to be even better than your favorite chicken souvlaki!

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    Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce

    Chicken enchiladas with green sauce.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Chicken enchiladas with green sauce are easy to make and really tasty. Packed with garlic chicken, soft tortillas, melted cheese, and zesty green chile sauce, they make for a cozy dinner any night.

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    Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks

    Buffalo chicken drumsticks being dipped in sauce.
    Photo credit: Real Food With Sarah.

    These Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks are full of flavor and easy to make. Simply season them with a dry rub, toss in buffalo sauce, and savor the great taste!

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    3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

    3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Slow cooker shredded chicken tacos are simple to prepare with only three ingredients and a quick five minutes of prep. They make a great option for a fast family dinner on hectic weeknights—just throw everything in the crock pot, shred the chicken when it's done, and you're ready to eat!

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    Orange Ginger Chicken

    Whole orange ginger chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Orange Ginger Chicken is a simple yet tasty dish that transforms a whole chicken and fresh oranges into a delightful roast. The combination of sweet oranges, zesty ginger, and savory dark soy sauce creates a flavorful meal perfect for any evening.

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    Chicken Posole Stew

    Slow Cooker Recipe With Chicken: Chicken Posole Stew
    Photo Credit: G Free Foodie.

    Chicken Posole Stew is a popular dish that's both tasty and simple to prepare. The key ingredient is hominy, which is dried corn that has been soaked and had its outer shell taken off.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

    Buffalo chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is a simple dish that comes together in less than an hour. With spicy buffalo sauce, fresh spinach, and plenty of cheese, it makes for a delicious meal any night.

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    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

    Marry me chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta comes together in just 20 minutes and is sure to impress everyone at the table. With a rich sauce made from crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and a mix of herbs, it’s an easy dish that feels special.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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