10 Chicken Recipes Ideas with Ingredients and Step-by-Step Instructions

Chicken is one of the most versatile and affordable proteins. Whether you’re cooking for your family or hosting friends, these chicken recipes offer both flavor and simplicity. If you’re just getting started on your healthy eating journey, check out our guide on how to eat healthy for beginners.

Start with the video above for visual instruction. Once you’re done, continue reading below for detailed written recipes with ingredients and step-by-step guides.

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1. Lemon Garlic Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken with garlic, lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.
2. Grill or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes.
3. Serve with roasted vegetables or salad.

2. Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 bell pepper
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and cook chicken until browned.
2. Add vegetables and stir-fry for 5–7 minutes.
3. Stir in soy sauce and cook 2 more minutes.

3. Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Dip chicken in beaten eggs, then breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture.
3. Place on a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes.

4. Chicken Caesar Wraps

Ingredients:

• 2 cooked chicken breasts, sliced
• Romaine lettuce
• Caesar dressing
• Flour tortillas

Instructions:

1. Layer lettuce, chicken, and dressing in tortilla.
2. Wrap tightly and slice in half.

5. Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts
• 8 oz fettuccine
• 1 cup cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta; sauté chicken in butter until done.
2. Add cream and Parmesan to create sauce.
3. Toss pasta in sauce with chicken.

6. BBQ Chicken Pizza

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Spread BBQ sauce on crust, top with chicken and cheese.
2. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes.

7. Chicken and Rice Casserole

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, cubed
• 1 cup rice
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Combine all in baking dish and cover with foil.
2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes.

8. Spicy Chicken Tacos

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, shredded
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Tortillas, salsa, lettuce

Instructions:

1. Sauté chicken with spices and lime juice.
2. Fill tortillas with chicken and toppings.

9. Chicken Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken thighs
• 2 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 6 cups chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Simmer all ingredients for 30–40 minutes.
2. Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot.

10. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sauté chicken in butter and garlic until golden.
2. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

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If you love chicken, don’t forget to explore our dedicated page for chicken breast recipes, and find more inspiration in our dinner recipes and quick and easy dinner recipes.