10 Chicken Dinners That Make Weeknights Taste Impressive

If you want weeknight dinners that feel thoughtful but still fit into a tight schedule, this list has you covered. These chicken recipes strike the sweet spot between easy and impressive with everyday ingredients that feel fresh and exciting! Stop dreaming about eating out and start making these impressive, easy meals that will keep your whole family happy and raving about your cooking.

Juicy Maple Cranberry Chicken

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Marinated until juicy and baked in just one pan, these maple cranberry chicken thighs are the perfect holiday dinner. With a sweet and savory flavor, these chicken thighs are tender and indulgent and beautifully dressed up making them great for any dinner table. To learn more: Maple Cranberry Chicken

Thai Chicken Pineapple Curry

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Tender and juicy bites of chicken simmered in a rich and creamy sauce; this Thai chicken pineapple curry is a comforting weeknight dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, this green curry uses pineapple for a punch of tropical flavor. To learn more: Thai Chicken Pineapple Curry

BBQ Chicken Taco Skillet

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Juicy pieces of chicken coated in a homemade seasoning before being sauteed sticky in your favorite barbeque sauce. This chicken taco skillet hits the dinner table in just 30 minutes and makes for a delicious, simple weeknight meal.

Get the recipe: Easy Chicken Taco Skillet

Gluten-Free Honey Chicken Thighs

Honey and lemon baked chicken thighs with parsley on top in a baking dish. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with these ultra-juicy, honey-baked chicken thighs. Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free this busy weeknight dinner comes together with just a handful of ingredients and makes for a burst of sweetness in every bite.

Get the recipe: Honey Baked Chicken Thighs

Easy Chicken Fajita Bowls

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Packed with flavor from homemade fajita seasoning, these gluten-free chicken fajita bowls make a wicked meal prep recipe! Topped with juicy chicken and seasoned veggies, these bowls are an awesome 30-minute, gluten-free, weeknight dinner recipe

Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken

Roasted chicken, potatoes, and asparagus with lemons on a baking tray on a checkered red linen. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Baked until juicy this gluten-free lemon chicken is made all on one pan for simple clean up! Mixed with a tangy lemon garlic flavor and paired with roasted potatoes and asparagus, this dairy and gluten-free chic

Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken

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An effortless weeknight dinner. This slow cooker honey mustard chicken is cooked to perfection in a sweet and tangy glaze. Perfect for busy days this gluten-free chicken recipe will soon become your favorite, hassle-free family dinner. To learn more: Honey Mustard Chicken

Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Looking for comfort food with a dairy-free twist? This dairy-free chicken alfredo casserole is the perfect weeknight meal. Filled with creamy alfredo sauce, and protein-packed with chicken, and silky sundried tomatoes throughout it, this gluten-free chicken casserole is one you’ll want to have on hand!

Get the recipe: Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Crockpot Dry Rub Chicken Legs

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A delicious and simple meal that requires minimal effort on your part. These slow cooker chicken legs are made with just a few ingredients and come out with juicy, tender chicken that falls off the bone. Seasoned in a simple dry rub, these chicken drumsticks are the perfect easy weeknight dinner! To learn more: Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks

Teriyaki Chicken Kebabs

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Sweetened with honey, these teriyaki chicken skewers make a tasty gluten-free dinner recipe or easy meal prep idea. Easy to make, this chicken dinner uses a homemade teriyaki sauce to give them their classic flavor. To learn more: Teriyaki Chicken Skewers