Looking for delicious ways to elevate your chicken dinners? Garlic is the perfect ingredient to add bold flavor and a mouthwatering aroma to your meals. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting friends, these recipes are simple, satisfying, and packed with flavor.

Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic

A plate with delicious chicken baked and topped with onions and celery, served alongside seasoned roasted red potatoes—a must-try for fans of chicken recipes.
Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Who said garlic can’t steal the show? This rustic French recipe highlights tender chicken simmered with aromatic garlic cloves to create a rich, buttery flavor you won’t forget.
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Crispy Chicken with Garlic Panko Crust

Crispy Chicken with Garlic Panko Crust. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Crunchy, golden perfection! Juicy chicken gets a flavor-packed crust made from panko and garlic, delivering bite after bite of delightful crispiness.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Chicken with Garlic Panko Crust

Hot Honey Garlic Wings

A rectangular white plate with delicious glazed chicken wings and lime wedges, with tongs picking up one wing—perfect for fans of flavorful chicken recipes.
Hot Honey Garlic Wings. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Sweet, spicy, and garlicky goodness! These wings are smothered in a crave-worthy honey garlic glaze with just the right amount of heat to keep things exciting.
Get the Recipe: Hot Honey Garlic Wings

Soy Garlic Chicken

Soy Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

A savory match made in heaven! This soy-based glaze with garlic brings out bold, umami flavors that elevate every piece of tender chicken.
Get the Recipe: Soy Garlic Chicken

Creamy Garlic Chicken

A white skillet of creamy garlic chicken garnished with herbs.
Creamy Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Creamy comfort food at its best! This dish combines juicy chicken with a velvety garlic-infused sauce that’s perfect for spooning over your favorite side.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Garlic Chicken

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs with parsley in a white baking dish with a spatula.
Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Simple yet spectacular! This broiled chicken recipe uses a garlic seasoning to enhance the natural juiciness and flavor of chicken thighs.
Get the Recipe: Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

A plate of garlic butter chicken bites.
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Big flavor in every bite! These tender, juicy chicken pieces are smothered in a luscious garlic butter sauce that’s sure to keep you coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet

Garlic chicken bites with peppers and mushrooms in a skillet.
Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Your next one-pan wonder! Garlic and tender chicken bites come together in a skillet to create a quick, satisfying meal packed full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet

Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Grilled chicken with cilantro crema on a white plate surrounded by limes, cilantro, and a glass of beer.
Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken with Cilantro Crema. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

A zesty twist on grilled chicken! Marinated in garlic and lime, this dish is finished with a drizzle of refreshing cilantro crema for the ultimate burst of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Garlic Lime Chicken with Cilantro Crema

Honey garlic chicken wings (gluten-free)

Gluten-free chicken wings in honey garlic sauce on a grill pan with cilantro and lime on them.
Honey garlic chicken wings (gluten-free). Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Sticky-sweet and oh-so-satisfying! These honey garlic wings are packed with flavor and completely gluten-free for everyone to enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Honey garlic chicken wings (gluten-free)

Honey Garlic Sriracha Skillet Chicken

Asian glazed chicken in a skillet with lemon slices.
Honey Garlic Sriracha Skillet Chicken. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Sweet meets heat in this skillet recipe! Honey and garlic are paired with a spicy kick of sriracha, creating a bold and delicious glaze.
Get the Recipe: Honey Garlic Sriracha Skillet Chicken

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken on wooden cutting board.
Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Quick, easy, and downright delicious! This recipe combines garlic, honey, and tender chicken into an Instant Pot meal that’ll become a weeknight favorite.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Lemon Garlic Chicken

Close up image of lemon garlic chicken with rice on a white plate.
Lemon Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Bright and flavorful! Lemon juice and fresh garlic add a zesty punch to this tender, juicy chicken that’s both refreshing and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Garlic Chicken

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