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12 Easy Chicken Dinners To Make Your April Protein-Packed

Perfect for any weeknight.

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chicken thighs topped with cilantro and lime pieces
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

If you’re looking to pack in the protein while still getting a delicious, comforting, and home-cooked meal this month, then look no further. We’ve compiled our favorite chicken dinners that are perfect for any spring night. The beauty of the chicken dinner is that it is simple, balanced, and makes weeknight cooking a breeze. Spring is the season of fresh produce and lean meats, which is why we especially love these chicken dinners during the month of April.

Chicken is endlessly versatile with countless flavor profiles, so you'll never get bored. If you're looking for something simpler and classic, try our perfect bite roast chicken, cilantro-lime chicken, or our one-pan crispy chicken primavera for a perfect weeknight staple. If you're looking to branch out for a flavorful adventure, try our creamy harissa chicken & gnocchi or our crunchy coconut chicken. There's really no way to go wrong here! Either way, you're a winner in our books.

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Creamy Harissa Chicken & Gnocchi

pillowy gnocchi in a creamy harissa sauce with ras al hanout spiced chicken, sliced mushrooms, spinach, and crumbled feta
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

In this dish chicken breast cutlets gets added flair from crumbled feta, ras el hanout, and spicy harissa paste—a North African hot sauce. It’s hearty, velvety, comes together in one pan, and is the perfect way to spice up your weeknights.

Get the Creamy Harissa Chicken & Gnocchi recipe.

2

Cowboy Butter Chicken Skillet

cowboy butter chicken skillet with paprika dijon chives parsley
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Cowboy butter is condiment you’ve been missing, for everything from steak to roasted vegetables, and now, this chicken dinner. This is a chicken skillet dinner that’s perfect for more than just date nights and special occasions.

Get the Cowboy Butter Chicken Skillet recipe.

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3

Chicken Shawarma Sheet-Pan Dinner

strips of chicken thigh are marinated in greek yogurt, cumin, coriander, and paprika, roasted on a sheet pan with red onion, then topped with a bright cucumber tomato salad and herby tahini yogurt dressing
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

This chicken shawarma sheet-pan dinner is the perfect meal for those nights when you just need something easy yet satisfying, or when you’re on the fence about cooking or ordering takeout.

Get the Chicken Shawarma Sheet-Pan Dinner recipe.

4

Cilantro-Lime Chicken

chicken thighs topped with cilantro and lime pieces
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Chicken thighs marinated in lime juice and freshly chopped cilantro are the star of the show in this meal that is just as perfect for a quick and easy weeknight as it is for an impromptu date night.

Get the Cilantro-Lime Chicken recipe.

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Perfect Bite Roast Chicken

spatchcock roast chicken dinner you perfect bite
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

!Spoiler alert! If you load a fork with a bite of garlic-herb butter roast chicken, crispy roasted potatoes, tender, sweet carrots, and a smear of balsamic reduction, you will experience perfection.

Get the Perfect Bite Roast Chicken recipe.

6

Party Chicken

chicken breasts covered in panko bread crumbs
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

A long-time potluck favorite, party chicken is one of those recipes that may sound a bit out there, but delivers with undeniably delicious flavor. Juicy, super-flavorful chicken with cheesy, extra-crispy panko on top that is perfect for any weeknight fiesta.

Get the Party Chicken recipe.

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7

Creamy Tuscan Chicken

chicken breasts in a creamy sun dried tomato sauce
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

The creamy sun-dried tomato sauce is the definition of simple perfection, and our desire to add it to everything has inspired countless other Tuscan-inspired recipes. The best part? This chicken dinner comes together in under an hour with minimal effort!

Get the Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe.

8

Crunchy Coconut Chicken

chicken breasts coated in coconut and fried until crispy
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

We are obsessed with the Coconut Chicken Thailandese from Thai Diner, the New York restaurant that famously marries American diner traditions with Thai street food. And we've recreated it here so you can make it at home whenever you need (aka every night).

Get the Crunchy Coconut Chicken recipe.

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9

Spring Chicken Panzanella Salad

spring chicken panzanella salad topped with asparagus, peas, and shredded chicken
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Panzanella is often considered a summer salad, but we think this dish deserves to be celebrated all year long. We're bringing the spring vibes by turning panzanella into a vibrant, bountiful bowl of greens topped with shredded chicken.

Get the Spring Chicken Panzanella Salad recipe.

10

Brie, Asparagus & Prosciutto-Stuffed Chicken

brie asparagus and prosciutto stuffed chicken
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Our brie, asparagus & prosciutto bundles are one of our most-popular appetizers, so we knew we needed an excuse to enjoy it on more than just special occasions. Instead of puff pastry, we've swapped in chicken for a rich and creamy weekend, date night, or holiday meal.

Get the Brie, Asparagus & Prosciutto-Stuffed Chicken recipe.

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11

Marry Me Chicken Pizza

marry me chicken pizza with sundried tomato cream sauce
PHOTO: REBECCA SIMPSON STEELE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Delish’s original Marry Me Chicken is one of our most well-loved recipes, which is why we’ve been inspired to create countless variations on the classic. This version has all the elements of the classic that you know and love, but in cheesy handheld slices.

Get the Marry Me Chicken Pizza recipe.

12

One-Pan Crispy Chicken Primavera

crispy chicken thighs in a cast iron skillet with radishes, asparagus, and peas
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLIST: BROOKE CAISON

In this one-pan dinner, crispy-skinned chicken thighs are roasted alongside spring veggies and topped with a confetti of goat cheese and herbs for a dinner that captures the promise of warmer days while bringing the cozy vibes we crave.

Get the One-Pan Crispy Chicken Primavera recipe.

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