Our Best Winter Chicken Recipes (2024)

Casseroles, slow-cooker meals, soups, skillet dinners and more highlight this collection of 30-plus chicken recipes perfect for warming a winter night.

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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

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This 170-calorie slow-cooker version of a classic comfort food takes just 25 minutes of prep and uses reduced-fat cream cheese in its creamy homemade broth.

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Chicken with Olives and Dates

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This dish couldn't be easier, but the payoff is succulent, sweet, savory and so much more than the sum of its parts.

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Unforgettable Chicken Pie

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This from-scratch deep-dish chicken casserole comes from a Caledonia, Michigan, reader. "It's not your run-of-the-mill chicken pie," says the reader, who adds a bit of pork sausage for farm-hearty flavor. "Anyone who tries it just can't get enough of it."

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Chicken Tagine

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For this recipe, Karen Bell, chef and owner of Bavette La Boucherie in Milwaukee, marinates thighs and drumsticks in saffron, mint and ras el hanout (a blend of cinnamon, coriander, ginger, turmeric and black pepper), then simmers them with olives and preserved lemons for pops of briny flavor.

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Chunky Bean and Chicken Chili

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Crushed tortilla chips, stirred into the chili's base, give this dish a lusciously silky texture. Put it together in just 20 minutes.

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Angel Chicken

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Chicken and fresh mushrooms slow-cook in cream cheese, wine and soup. It's easy to put together but tastes complex because of its delicately seasoned cream sauce.

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Slow-Cooker Coq au Vin

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We adapted a classic French recipe of chicken cooked in wine for this slow-cooker specialty. Burgundy flavors the meaty chicken and forms the base of the gravy.

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Chicken Pot Pie

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This dish is creamy, chickeny goodness. The pastry tops can be made a day or two ahead. Bake as directed; cool and then cover loosely with plastic wrap and store at room temperature.

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Roast Chicken with Caramelized Onions and Fall Fruit

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Apples, pears and cranberries mix with caramelized onions in a luscious tumble over chicken breasts. Why leave the skin on and bones in? Trust us; you'll notice the extra flavor.

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Wild Rice and Chicken Soup

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Mix a can of cream of chicken soup, mushrooms, veggies and rice mix for the soup base. Any boneless cooked chicken works in this recipe, but chicken thighs, with more moisture from fat, slow-cook the best.

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Grape-Stuffed Chicken with Lemon Orzo

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Fruit-and-nut stuffing transforms everyday chicken breasts into a company-ready feast. Bonus: It's deceptively simple; you'll have dinner on the table in an hour.

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Chicken Alfredo and Rice Casserole

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For a fast warm-up on a cold night, put together this quick and easy version of classic chicken and rice casserole with refrigerated light pasta sauce, cubed cooked chicken and cooked rice.

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Warm-Me-Up Chicken Chili

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Combine chicken, chopped vegetables and canned beans for this warm and comforting chili. Our recipe gives variations for Slow Cooker Chicken Chili as well as a spicier Chipotle Chicken Chili.

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Oven-Barbecued Chicken

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Oven-baking the chicken makes this recipe a breeze for any time of the year, and homemade barbecue sauce is always a hit. Serve with rolls and slaw.

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Greek-Style Chicken Skillet

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Chicken and fresh vegetables simmer in a garlic-tomato broth for an easy skillet dinner. Feta cheese adds a touch of creaminess. Serve with either plain or flavored couscous.

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Moroccan Chicken Stew

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Combine spices with raisins and apricots to season this slow-cooker chicken stew. Serve on couscous and topped with toasted pine nuts and fresh cilantro.

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Creamy Chicken-Broccoli Bake

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Chicken breast and chopped broccoli combine with a soup-based cream sauce and noodles in this classic potluck dish. You can lighten the traditional recipe by using reduced-fat, reduced-sodium soup and fat-free sour cream, if you prefer.

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Cashew Chicken

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A package of frozen veggies, canned mushrooms and canned soup shorten the prep work in this takeout-style recipe.

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Slow-Cooker French Chicken Stew

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Save time with premade pasta sauce for this slow-cooker recipe. Tender chicken, herbs and fresh vegetables blend for a crowd-pleasing dish.

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Texas-Style Casserole

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Patterned after a legendary Texas recipe, this irresistible main dish includes seasoned chicken stacked up with chili peppers, tortillas, sour cream sauce and cheese.

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Antlers Wild Rice Soup

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We like the smooth richness of this chunky main-dish soup from Antlers Restaurant at Breezy Point Resort in Breezy Point, Minnesota.

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Chicken and Noodles

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Chicken, noodles, veggies and herbs simmer in a creamy sauce. It's a perfect one-dish winter meal; just serve with a small salad or dinner rolls.

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Our Best Winter Chicken Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Which is the most popular chicken dish in the world? ›

Butter chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, has recently claimed the top spot in the "Top 100 Chicken Dishes in the World" list by TasteAtlas, (an online guide for traditional food) solidifying its place as a global culinary sensation.

How long to boil chicken? ›

Bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts: cook for about 30 minutes (That would mean boiling frozen chicken for about 45 minutes), or until 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Skinless, boneless chicken breast halves: cook 12 to 15 minutes. (That means boiling frozen chicken would take 18 to 22 minutes.)

How long to pan fry chicken breast for? ›

Pan-fried chicken breast recipe

Take off the cling film and season well. 2. Heat the oil in a frying pan then add the chicken breasts (skin-side down, if they have skin) and cook for 2-3 minutes or until browned. Then turn over, cover and cook on the other side for 7-8 minutes or until cooked through.

How to cook diced chicken perfectly? ›

Place the chicken pieces in the pan and gently fry for 3-5 minutes, do not move the pieces around in the frying pan, this way you will get a nice caramelisation on the chicken. 6. Flip the pieces and fry for a further 2-4 minutes, again not moving these in the pan.

What is the tastiest chicken in the world? ›

Today the poulet de Bresse has the reputation of being the best quality table chicken in the world.

In which country chicken is eaten most? ›

The country that consumes the greatest amount of chicken is the United States. Every year, the United States consumes approximately 15,000 metric tons of chicken, placing it significantly in front of the second-place region.

Is it better to bake or pan fry chicken breast? ›

While both baking and pan frying can give you tasty, juicy chicken, if you are in a hurry, it is better to pan fry it. Because baked chicken breast is easy to dry out, it needs time to brine or marinade before you cook it.

Do you pan fry chicken on high or low heat? ›

A large, well-seasoned cast-iron skillet will pan-fry your chicken without sticking. Using medium-high heat, wait until the skillet is hot before adding the chicken. Let it cook on one side, without turning, until properly browned. When the chicken releases from the pan without sticking, turn to cook the other side.

How do you pan fry chicken without making it tough? ›

Chicken breasts must be at room temperature before going in the pan as cold chicken can cook unevenly and tends to be tough. Allow the chicken breast to sit out for 20 minutes. That should do the trick. One of my favorite pieces of kitchen gear is a cast iron pan.

Why is my diced chicken tough? ›

Overcooking might play a role in your chicken's tire-like texture. Leaving chicken in a pan, oven, or grill for just a little too long can suck the moisture right out and leave you with a dry, rubbery bird. Without moisture, the protein fibers in the chicken become elastic.

Do you wash diced chicken before cooking? ›

Never wash raw chicken

When you cook chicken properly, you kill all the harmful bacteria, so washing chicken does no good, and possibly a lot of harm. This is because washing raw chicken can spread food poisoning bacteria around your kitchen. The spray from the sink can travel up to 80cm - an arm's length.

What is the most commonly eaten chicken? ›

The most common breeds of chicken consumed in the U.S. are Cornish and White Rock. Chickens raised specifically for food are called broilers. In the U.S., broilers are typically butchered at a young age.

What is the most popular dish in the world? ›

Pizza has rightfully earned its place as the world's most beloved food. This Italian creation has become a staple in numerous countries, with endless variations to suit every taste bud. Whether you prefer thin crust or deep dish, classic Margherita, or loaded pepperoni, pizza has something for everyone.

What is the most sold chicken? ›

Easter Egger - Top Selling Chicken Breed in 2023

Once again, Easter Eggers are at the top of the list! They have been our all-time best-selling breed year after year, with good reason! Easter Eggers are super friendly; they are great layers of large eggs in shades of blue and green.

What is the most popular piece of chicken? ›

Breast. Perhaps the most popular cut, chicken breast is lean, mild, white meat consisting of two halves separated during butchering. This cut consists of the flesh beneath the junction of the sternal ribs and vertebrae. It's more expensive than thighs, wings, legs, and drumsticks and has various health benefits.

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