Chicken’s that ride-or-die friend always shows up, never complains, and somehow fits in everywhere. Lazy Tuesday takeout? It’s a game. Fancy dinner with the in-laws? Chicken’s wearing a bowtie. Whether you’re flying by the seat of your pants (oops, forgot to plan again) or going full-on kitchen sorcerer, chicken’s got your back. It soaks up sauces like a sponge, nails crispy and juicy, and vibes with flavors from every corner of the globe. If the chicken had a résumé, it would say: “World-Class Crowd-Pleaser. Master of Culinary Disguise.” Ready for 16 cluckin’ legendary recipes? Let’s dig in.
Mustard Chicken – Creamy & Delicious

Prepare to fall in love with this delicious and easy-to-make mustard chicken. A classic French dish with a rich, flavorful sauce and tender texture, it will please even the most discerning palates. Get the Recipe: Mustard Chicken – Creamy & Delicious.
Cornish Game Hen with Whiskey and Cream Sauce

Cornish game hen with whiskey and cream sauce. Is the perfect last-minute get-together dinner meal. Easy to prepare, and half of a hen is the perfect balance between white and dark meat. I always have two in my freezer. Get The Recipe: Cornish Game Hen with Whiskey and Cream Sauce
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40 Cloves Garlic Chicken

I can smell the aroma lingering in my house just writing those words. This classic rustic French dish is generously rich in flavor. An old but super yummy recipe that somehow is not gracing our tables as much. Get The Recipe: 40 Cloves Garlic Chicken
Tarragon Chicken – A French Classic

Comfort food is back with rich flavors with this excellent tarragon chicken. This tarragon chicken is a classic French staple gracing tables for decades. Almost all French cookbooks, brasseries, bistros, and small restaurants in France have a similar version. Get The Recipe: Tarragon Chicken – A French Classic
Saffron Lemon Chicken with Persian Saffron Rice

I love cooking with saffron. It all started with wanting to make my friend Persian saffron rice; from there, a new recipe was born. We have not had chicken in a while, and as I was perusing some old magazines from this summer, grilling was all over the pages. Get The Recipe: Saffron Lemon Chicken with Persian Saffron Rice
Brandy Chicken Piccata – Classic Dish with a Spin

A classic chicken piccata dish with a twist: brandy. Bringing our favorite dish to a new level of savor. The brandy with chicken broth, garlic, capers, and lemon juice, your typical piccata sauce, was just out of this world. One of our favorite chicken recipes. Get The Recipe: Brandy Chicken Piccata – Classic Dish with a Spin
Creamy Chicken Piccata – Creamy And The Best

The easiest creamy chicken piccata ever! It is a classic recipe that we all should have in our repertoire. This creamy version takes your traditional lemon chicken piccata to a new level of deliciousness. Get The Recipe: Creamy Chicken Piccata – Creamy And The Best
Chicken Spatchcocked – A Quick Way To Roast Your Chicken

I love roasted chicken; it’s a beloved staple in our family and always welcomed with open arms. It’s our go-to dinner. However, I have something different that I know you’ll enjoy: spatchcocked chicken. It’s one of the best inventions for busy families. Get The Recipe: Chicken Spatchcocked – A Quick Way To Roast Your Chicken
Cilantro Lime Chicken – Thai Summer Flavors

This wonderful recipe contains the essential flavors of Thai cooking: black pepper, cilantro stems, garlic, and salted with a dash of Thai fish sauce, creating this fantastic paste. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this is a fantastic dinner that you can enjoy all year round. Get The Recipe: Cilantro Lime Chicken – Thai Summer Flavors
Chicken Marsala

This classic chicken marsala brings your favorite Italian restaurant dish into your kitchen. It is the perfect weekday dinner or date night with just a few ingredients and easy instructions.. Get The Recipe: Chicken Marsala
Chicken and Artichokes

The perfect marriage of chicken and artichokes and a handful of ingredients for a speedy and savory weeknight dinner. This classic Italian dish of tender bite-size chicken sauteed with white wine, lemon juice, and tender artichoke hearts will steal your heart with how all the flavors. Get The Recipe: Chicken and Artichokes
Chicken with Leeks and Lemon

Chicken with leeks and lemons. Brillat-Savarin once said, “ Poultry is for the cook what canvas is for the painter.” Imagine a perfectly crisp baked chicken with leeks sitting on a lemon and white wine bed. I genuinely believe I have made more chicken recipes than other meats. Chicken is a staple food in French cooking. Get The Recipe: Chicken with Leeks and Lemon
Mushroom Chicken – A French Classic

It’s a staple dish that keeps getting reinvented over and over in my kitchen. The tender chicken is smothered with perfectly sauteed mushrooms and a delicious, delicate white wine sauce. I love chicken, but only chicken thighs. The meat’s richness is special — they are also tender and versatile. Get The Recipe: Mushroom Chicken – A French Classic
Moroccan Chicken And Prunes

I invite you to transport your taste buds to exotic Morocco with this savory Moroccan chicken and prunes dish.With aromatic spices such as turmeric, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon, the succulent caramelized chicken recipe will mesmerize your taste by bursting with flavors. Get The Recipe: Moroccan Chicken And Prunes
Chicken With Peas, Sage, and Bacon

Let me transport you to France, where sauces are royalty in the kitchen. This sauce with roasted chicken is the perfect mid-week dinner for your family. With a few ingredients, the oven does it all, and the sauce is done at the last minute. Get The Recipe: Chicken With Peas, Sage and Bacon
Parmesan, Panko Crusted Chicken Cutlets

Nothing like perfectly golden brown, crispy, perfectly seasoned panko parmesan-crusted chicken. It is a family delight that will not take too long to make either. Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside. Get The Recipe: Parmesan, Panko Crusted Chicken Cutlets