22 Chicken Dinners On Repeat This Fall

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I don’t know about you – but when I think easy dinner – I think chicken, no matter the season! It’s an easy to cook and also easy to like protein for my family and I know there won’t be any demands or negotiations happening at the dinner table when I have something with chicken on there. So, if you go through something similar and are looking for some easy chicken dinners you can have repeat on this fall – this list has all the answers for you!

Cast Iron Chicken Pot Pie

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Cozy season means warm and comforting food and this cast iron chicken pot pie is almost always at the top of my list! Not a lot of hassle and a dinner everyone enjoys? Yes please! Full recipe: Cast Iron Chicken Pot Pie

Thai Red Curry Chicken

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Chicken and veggies in a delicious creamy Thai-inspired sauce that’s not too spicy but so flavorful! Perfect for the whole family – even the little ones will enjoy this meal. Full recipe: Thai Red Curry Chicken

Chicken and Potato Curry

A cast iron pan full of chicken and potato curry garnished with cilantro, with a plate of naan bread in the background.
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Sticking to the curry theme, but make it Indian this time! This chicken and potato curry with hearty tomatoes and peas is so comforting and delicious to enjoy with some rice or naan. Full recipe: Chicken and Potato Curry

Chipotle Chicken Soup

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20 minutes and six ingredients are all it takes to make this cozy bowl of flavorful soup for dinner this fall season! And bonus points if you have leftovers because you’re definitely gonna want to eat this two nights in a row. Full recipe: Chipotle Chicken Soup

Apple Brie Stuffed Chicken

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Make this apple brie stuffed chicken if you are feeling a little fancy for dinner tonight! But don’t be alarmed by the fancy name or the look – it so easy to make it’s gonna be your go-to with all the apples showing up at the famers’ market. Full reicpe: Apple Brie Stuffed Chicken

Chicken Fajita Quesadillas

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Cozy season doesn’t mean you’re just gonne be turning on the stove or oven for hours to cook a meal! Sometimes all you need is a delicious chicken fajita quesadilla to get through after a busy day at work. Full recipe: Chicken Fajita Quesadillas

Cuban Chicken and Rice

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Any type of chicken and rice is as comforting as it could get this season! This one-pan Cuban chicken and rice is so easy to make but so flavorful as well. Full recipe: Cuban Chicken and Rice

Sundried Tomato Pesto Chicken

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This surprisingly fancy sheet pan dinner tastes so good with the homemade sundried tomato pesto but is so easy to make as well! It’s the answer to all your dinner woes on a busy weeknight. Full recipe: Sundried Tomato Pesto Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice

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Fried rice is always a classic and you won’t be ordering takeout once you try this recipe! And if your kids love everything teriyaki as mine do – this is an easy dinner win! Full recipe: Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice

Baked Chicken with Lemon and Thyme

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Another sheet pan dinner with minimal fuss and maximum flavor! This takes only five ingredients to make, is light, delicious, and so easy to put together. Full recipe: Baked Chicken with Lemon and Thyme

Boursin Chicken

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This might be the easiest recipe you’re gonna make all year but it definitely doesn’t feel like it! This Boursin chicken takes all of TWO ingredients to make and is so good you can’t even tell! Full recipe: Boursin Chicken

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Chicken Pasta

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Always make extra sundried tomato pesto when you’re making the sheet pan dinner so you can turn the rest into this easy and delicious sundried tomato pesto chicken pasta that is kid and adult approved! Full recipe: Sundried Tomato Pesto Chicken Pasta

Za’atar Chicken

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This baked za’atar chicken is a 30-minute and six ingredient dinner on those busy fall nights when you want something quick but also homemade! Serve with a side salad or potatoes and you’re good to go. Full recipe: Za’atar Chicken

Greek Chicken Bites

A plate of Greek chicken bites with a side of rice pilaf.
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Light and herby Greek chicken bites are the perfect pick-me-up at the end of a busy day! Serve with some Greek rice pilaf or a nice green salad and dinner is sorted. Full recipe: Greek Chicken Bites

Chicken Pasta Primavera

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Colorful and wholesome – this dish is perfect for busy weeknights! And don’t worry if you don’t have the veggies mentioned in the recipe – just make do with what you have! Full reicpe: Chicken Pasta Primavera

Grilled Chicken Wraps

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There is never a bad time so some wraps, is there? These easy and quick grilled chicken wraps are a family favorite and always so forgiving because I can use whatever veggies I have on hand! Full recipe: Grilled Chicken Wraps

Mandarin Chicken Salad

A bowl of Asian-inspired salad with chicken and mandarin oranges garnished with chow mein noodles.
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If I am putting a salad on this list – it has to be this mandarin chicken salad! Cozy, vibrant, and with the perfect balance of flavors – you wouldn’t want to have your salad any other way now! Full recipe: Mandarin Chicken Salad

Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Bowls

A pan of pineapple chicken teriyaki with vegetables stir fry with a bowl of rice in the background.
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Sweet and sticky and perfectly balanced dinner ready in 30 minutes! These pineapple teriyaki chicken bowls are loaded with fun veggies, protein, and the most flavorful sauce. Full recipe: Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Bowls

Chicken Satay Rice Bowls

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Another rice bowl dinner but this one is creamy, nutty, and everything fun! It’s ready in a groundbreaking 15 minutes and tastes like pure comfort in a bowl. Full recipe: Chicken Satay Rice Bowls

Chicken Noodle Soup

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This cozy classic is made in under an hour, with tender chicken, egg noodles, and a rich homemade broth. It’s the perfect bowl for when you need something warm and soothing. Full recipe: Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken, Shrimp, and Sausage Jambalaya

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For a full ride into Cajun cuisine without any extra effort, this jambalaya recipe is the way to go. High in protein and a full palate of flavors, this recipe is perfect for days when you want some rich flavors in your dinner and want to catch up on some protein in your diet. Full Recipe: Chicken, Shrimp, and Sausage Jambalaya

Grilled Balsamic Chicken

a plate of grilled chicken breast with roasted veggies and cherry tomatoes.
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A quick and easy marinade for chicken is balsamic vinaigrette. A chicken breast piece only needs a minimum of half an hour of soak time in this strong, tangy vinaigrette before it is ready to be grilled. For meal prep, you can even marinate it overnight. That’s it.  Simple and easy! Full Recipe: Grilled Balsamic Chicken

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