Chicken is an affordable ingredient you’ll never get bored of. We’ve rounded up our top five easy chicken recipes for dinner, focusing on hands-off ideas to simplify cooking. With so many possibilities, creating cheap family meals with chicken is a no-brainer.
1. Creamy “Marry Me” Chicken by Delish
Looking for an easy chicken breast dinner recipe? “Marry Me” Chicken features juicy, creamy chicken breast that’s especially perfect when served with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, and even garlic bread. Visit Delish for the full recipe and add it to your repertoire of cheap family meals with chicken.
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(Makes 4 servings)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Flaky salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- Freshly torn basil, for serving
2. Buffalo Chicken Pasta by The Recipe Critic
Another one of our top easy chicken recipes for dinner is Buffalo Chicken Pasta, a classic. This cheesy, creamy dish features affordable ingredients that will satisfy the pickiest of eaters. Learn how to make this by visiting The Recipe Critic.
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(Makes 6 servings)
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 16 ounces penne pasta, cooked and drained
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 green onion, sliced
- ¼ cup blue cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper, to taste
3. Mom’s Roasted Chicken and Rice by Olive & Mango
Cheap family meals with chicken just got a whole lot easier with this Roasted Chicken and Rice – featuring one of the most affordable ingredients, rice! Visit Olive & Mango for the recipe. The best part is that it uses fresh ingredients, making it a healthy and budget-friendly option. For more budget-friendly health tips, we think you’ll like our post 10 Simple Tips To Eating Healthy While Staying On-Budget.
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(Makes 6 servings)
- 6 pieces of chicken thighs skin-on bone-in, cleaned and patted dry
- 3 cups rice, rinsed
- 6 cups of chicken broth or water
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chicken rub mixture: paprika, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, black pepper
4. Baked Teriyaki Chicken Thighs by Eatwell 101
This roundup of easy chicken recipes for dinner took a sweet turn! These Baked Teriyaki Chicken Thighs are one of our favorite, easy kid-friendly chicken recipes. By making your own Teriyaki sauce using fresh ingredients, you can cook in bulk and save money. Visit Eatwell 101 for all the tips and tricks.
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(Makes 6 servings)
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + ¼ cup water
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 cup water
5. One-Pot Chicken Stew by Little Broken
Last on our list of easy chicken recipes for dinner is this One-Pot Chicken Stew. It’s comforting, fragrant, and practically makes itself. Visit Little Broken for the recipe and add this to your list of cheap family meals with chicken.
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(Makes 6 servings)
- 1 ½ lbs. chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally into ½-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion, cut into 12 wedges
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 5 cups chicken broth or stock, divided
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 dried bay leaf
- 12 ounces baby white potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
- ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
If you’re looking to simplify your cooking routine while staying on budget, these easy chicken recipes for dinner will help you stay on track. Don’t forget to visit the Flipp app to find the latest weekly deals to create cheap family meals they’ll love. Happy cooking! For more tips and tricks to save on groceries, check out our post 6 Grocery-Saving Strategies for Families On a Budget.
