When it comes to weeknight dinners, chicken is always a great option, and one of our favorite ways to prepare it is to bake it. Baked chicken? Yeah, yeah, we’ve heard it too—it’s got the unfortunate reputation for coming out dry, boring, and bland. But we promise, these baked chicken recipes are anything but. Your oven can take chicken from meh to MIND-BLOWING, so you don't have to suffer through dry, flavorless chicken anymore (because who wants that?). Whether you’re looking for comforting casseroles, game day snacks, sheet-pan dinners, or veggie-forward ideas, we’ve got 75 recipes here for you.
One of the great things about oven-baked chicken is its versatility. It can be paired with a cheesy, creamy sauce, like in our marry me chicken, our , or our chicken spaghetti. It can be paired with vegetables or grains so once your oven timer dings, you've got your protein and sides ready to go. Check out our , our , or our Cajun-stuffed chicken if you're feeling veggies, or our garlic bread-topped chicken pot pie, our , or our if you're all about the carbs. The options are really endless.
Oh, and don't forget the snacks! Whether you’re looking for options for tailgating, movie night, or a potluck dinner, you don't want to be dealing with the traditional fryer oil a lot of recipes call for. Our popcorn chicken, our sheet-pan honey mustard pretzel chicken, our homemade chicken nuggets, or our classic Buffalo chicken wings will still be major crowd-pleasers, and they're ALL baked.
There’s definitely something particularly satisfying about pulling one pan out of the oven and knowing dinner is all ready. Less effort and most importantly, less dishes! Want even more chicken inspiration, baked or otherwise? Check out our favorite or dishes, then take a look at all the things you can make from a rotisserie chicken too.
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Peruvian-Style Chicken With Green Sauce
Our ever-popular Peruvian roast chicken will forever be one of our favorites…unless we need to get dinner on the table ASAP. If that's you, lean on chicken thighs instead for that smoky, garlicky chicken with its crispy skin, in less than half the time.
Get the Peruvian-Style Chicken With Green Sauce recipe.
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Caprese Stuffed Chicken
A Caprese salad is great, but sometimes we crave those flavors (and something a little more hearty) in the dead of winter. The solution? Stuff sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and spinach into chicken breasts for an Italian-inspired meal you can enjoy year-round.
Get the Caprese Stuffed Chicken recipe.
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Sheet-Pan Tikka Masala
This sheet-pan recipe is a fun way to enjoy a classic Indian dish, chicken tikka masala, at home in a slightly new (and easier!) way. Paired with some rice or naan, it's a foolproof way to get a whole dinner on the table (or lunch packed for the next few days).
Get the Sheet-Pan Tikka Masala recipe.
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Copycat California Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chicken Pizza
If you can't get enough of CPK's classic flavor combo of saucy BBQ, tender chicken and creamy ranch, then you'll go crazy for this homemade version. Our twist? We bake the pizza in an oven-safe skillet, resulting in an extra-crispy crust.
Get the Copycat California Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe.
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Greek Stuffed Peppers
Filled with zucchini, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and sharp crumbled feta, these tender stuffed peppers have all the flavors you love from a Greek salad, plus a hearty addition from herby chicken breast and couscous.
Get the Greek Stuffed Peppers recipe.
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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Skillet
Looking for a way to jazz up a rotisserie chicken? Look no further than this chicken skillet recipe. With all the flavors of beloved jalapeño poppers, it can take a boring roasted bird to new levels of deliciousness.
Get the Jalapeño Popper Chicken Skillet recipe.
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Roast Chicken
The perfect centerpiece to any holiday dinner, the steps to make this chicken are simple: You season the bird (just salt & pepper!), then roast it at high heat until the skin is bronzed and crisp and the flesh juicy.
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Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Want to feel like a kid again? Make homemade chicken nuggets. Coated in crispy seasoned bread crumbs, these tender, juicy bites are hard to beat. The recipe may technically serve 2 to 4, but we’ve definitely demolished an entire tray all by ourselves.
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Buffalo Chicken & Rice Casserole
If you can’t get enough of Buffalo chicken wings, then this easy casserole is for you. You can poach your own chicken or use a rotisserie chicken to make your life easier. The Ritz crackers add a buttery crunch that’s iconic too, so don't skip 'em.
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Chicken Spaghetti
If you didn’t grow up with this comfort food, allow us to introduce you to your new favorite easy weeknight dinner. Chicken, spaghetti, and veggies combine with a creamy, cheesy sauce for a baked and bubbling casserole that’s just as perfect for busy weeknights as it is for parties.
Get the Chicken Spaghetti recipe.
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Chicken Pot Pie
While this classic comfort food is one that you can easily find pre-made in almost any grocery freezer aisle, we strongly believe that making your own chicken pot pie is more than worth it. Hot tip: Make some elements of the pie in advance to make the whole process go much smoother.
Get the Chicken Pot Pie recipe.
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Chicken Tamale Pie
Though many tamale pie recipe come with the cornbread layer on top, we strongly feel that it should be the base to your hearty layers. Our simple, flavor-packed cornbread provides the perfect base for our shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, and plenty of melty cheese.
Get the Chicken Tamale Pie recipe.
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Garlicky Greek Chicken
The best part of this herby, garlicky dream? Your sides and main will both be ready in under an hour, making this an ideal last-minute, filling dinner. We paired this one-pan meal with roasted zucchini and asparagus, but feel free to switch it up.
Get the Garlicky Greek Chicken recipe.
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Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pizza
Chicken Alfredo and pizza are two kings of the comfort food realm, so when they join forces, you get something truly magical. Creamy Alfredo sauce is topped with sliced chicken, broccoli, and oodles of gooey mozz for a rich, saucy pizza that will revolutionize your weeknight dinner routine.
Get the Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pizza recipe.
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Creamy Chicken Spanakopita Bake
This easy casserole is a fun take on the classic spanakopita, where we take the classic Greek dish and turn it into a family-friendly dinner featuring shatteringly crisp phyllo layers that envelop a creamy chicken filling with a lot of spinach and feta.
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Za'atar Sheet-Pan Chicken
Bone-in chicken thighs, baby potatoes, broccoli, and red onion are all tossed in a simple olive oil, lemon juice, and za’atar marinade, then roasted to crispy, schmaltzy perfection. To kick it up another notch, we’re drizzling it all in a creamy tahini sauce to finish it off. 😍
Get the Za'atar Sheet-Pan Chicken recipe.
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Chicken Enchiladas
When the craving for satisfying comfort food meets the need for a straightforward weeknight dinner, chicken enchiladas are a guaranteed winner. They’re easy, filling, and take less than an hour to prepare from start to finish.
Get the Chicken Enchiladas recipe.
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Greek Lemon-Butter Chicken & Smashed Potatoes
Smashed potatoes and an herby feta and olive topping lend an exciting spin to beloved lemon-butter chicken. In this recipe, an extra-crispy texture on the potatoes and a briny herbal finish (thanks olives!) amplifies all the classic flavors without taking away from the goodness of the original recipe.
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Mexican Chicken Casserole
Filled with a creamy sauce, two kinds of cheese, and plenty of chicken, there’s something in this dish for everyone. While this is certainly not an authentic Mexican dish, it combines lots of flavors and ingredients that will remind you of tacos, enchiladas, and your favorite Mexican/Tex-Mex meals.
Get the Mexican Chicken Casserole recipe.
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Tomato-Butter Roast Chicken
Tomato butter works wonders on chicken. Not only does it keep the bird moist, but the healthy dose of tomato paste brings a slightly sweet, umami acidity, which chicken could often use.
Get the Tomato-Butter Roast Chicken recipe.
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Baked Chicken Recipes
The article discusses various baked chicken recipes that aim to elevate the flavor and texture of chicken. It acknowledges that baked chicken has a reputation for being dry, boring, and bland, but assures readers that these recipes are anything but that. The recipes mentioned include comforting casseroles, game day snacks, sheet-pan dinners, and veggie-forward ideas [[1]].
Versatility of Oven-Baked Chicken
One of the great things about oven-baked chicken is its versatility. It can be paired with different sauces, vegetables, or grains to create a complete meal. The article suggests pairing baked chicken with a cheesy, creamy sauce or with vegetables and grains. It also mentions options like garlic bread-topped chicken pot pie and Cajun-stuffed chicken [[1]].
Baked Chicken Snacks
The article also provides options for baked chicken snacks that are suitable for tailgating, movie nights, or potluck dinners. These snacks are crowd-pleasers and do not require traditional fryer oil. Examples of baked chicken snacks mentioned in the article include popcorn chicken, sheet-pan honey mustard pretzel chicken, homemade chicken nuggets, and classic Buffalo chicken wings [[1]].
One-Pan Meals
The article highlights the convenience of one-pan meals. It mentions the satisfaction of pulling one pan out of the oven and having a complete dinner ready. One-pan meals require less effort and result in fewer dishes to clean. The article suggests exploring more chicken inspiration, both baked and otherwise, and provides links to other chicken dishes and recipes [[1]].
Specific Baked Chicken Recipes
The article also includes specific baked chicken recipes with brief descriptions. Here are a few examples mentioned in the article:
- Peruvian-Style Chicken With Green Sauce: A recipe for smoky, garlicky chicken with crispy skin, made with chicken thighs for a quicker cooking time [[1]].
- Caprese Stuffed Chicken: A recipe that stuffs sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and spinach into chicken breasts for an Italian-inspired meal [[2]].
- Sheet-Pan Tikka Masala: A recipe that offers a new and easier way to enjoy the classic Indian dish, chicken tikka masala, by preparing it on a sheet pan [[3]].
- Copycat California Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chicken Pizza: A homemade version of CPK's classic BBQ chicken pizza, baked in an oven-safe skillet for an extra-crispy crust [[4]].
- Greek Stuffed Peppers: Stuffed peppers filled with zucchini, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, and herby chicken breast and couscous [[5]].
- Jalapeño Popper Chicken Skillet: A recipe that jazzes up rotisserie chicken with the flavors of jalapeño poppers [[6]].
- Roast Chicken: A simple recipe for a roast chicken with bronzed and crisp skin and juicy flesh, perfect for holiday dinners [[7]].
- Homemade Chicken Nuggets: A recipe for crispy, seasoned breaded chicken nuggets that can be enjoyed as a nostalgic treat [[8]].
- Buffalo Chicken & Rice Casserole: A casserole recipe that combines the flavors of Buffalo chicken wings with buttery Ritz crackers for a crunchy topping [[9]].
- Chicken Spaghetti: A comforting baked casserole recipe that combines chicken, spaghetti, veggies, and a creamy, cheesy sauce [[10]].
- Chicken Pot Pie: A classic comfort food recipe that can be made from scratch, featuring a flaky crust and a creamy chicken filling [[11]].
- Chicken Tamale Pie: A recipe that layers shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, and melty cheese on top of a flavorful cornbread base [[12]].
- Garlicky Greek Chicken: A herby, garlicky chicken recipe that can be paired with roasted zucchini and asparagus for a complete meal [[13]].
- Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pizza: A saucy pizza recipe that combines the flavors of chicken Alfredo with broccoli and gooey mozzarella [[14]].
- Creamy Chicken Spanakopita Bake: A family-friendly casserole recipe inspired by spanakopita, featuring phyllo layers, creamy chicken filling, spinach, and feta [[15]].
- Za'atar Sheet-Pan Chicken: A recipe that combines bone-in chicken thighs, baby potatoes, broccoli, and red onion in a za'atar marinade, roasted to perfection and drizzled with tahini sauce [[16]].
- Chicken Enchiladas: A straightforward recipe for satisfying chicken enchiladas that can be prepared in less than an hour [[17]].
- Greek Lemon-Butter Chicken & Smashed Potatoes: A twist on lemon-butter chicken with smashed potatoes and a feta and olive topping [[18]].
- Mexican Chicken Casserole: A creamy casserole recipe with chicken, cheese, and flavors reminiscent of Mexican/Tex-Mex meals [[19]].
- Tomato-Butter Roast Chicken: A recipe that uses tomato butter to keep the chicken moist and add a slightly sweet, umami acidity [[20]].
These are just a few examples of the baked chicken recipes mentioned in the article. There are many more recipes and ideas to explore for delicious and flavorful baked chicken dishes.
I hope this information helps you discover new and exciting ways to prepare baked chicken! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
