Chicken is a Southern staple. We fry it, bake it, grill it—you name it, we’ve done it! Here are some of our favorite chicken recipes that are perfect for any night of the week.

Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

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These honey garlic wings are so good you’ll wanna lick your fingers! Perfect for game day or parties.

Get the recipe: Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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A fun twist on chicken salad! These lettuce wraps are packed with flavor and perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Get the recipe: Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Southern Fried Chicken

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This fried chicken recipe comes straight from Grandma’s kitchen. It’s simple, crispy, and the best we’ve ever had.

Get the recipe: Fried Chicken

Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders

Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders are a kid favorite with crispy panko bread crumbs and easy honey mustard sauce. My family gobbles this chicken like nobody’s business and I bet yours will too!
Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders

Your kids will gobble these up! Baked (not fried!) chicken tenders with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce.

Get the recipe: Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders

Chicken Noodle Soup

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Feeling under the weather? This chicken noodle soup will warm you right up.

Get the recipe: Chicken Noodle Soup

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken

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This recipe is super easy! Just wrap chicken in prosciutto and cheese, then bake. Dinner is done!

Get the recipe: Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken

Chicken Corn Chowder

Chicken Corn Chowder is a rich and creamy soup filled with corn, chicken, bacon, and cheese. It's easy to make and kid-friendly!
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This creamy chowder is perfect for chilly nights. It’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.

Get the recipe: Chicken Corn Chowder

Parmesan Chicken Cutlets

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These crispy chicken cutlets are perfect for a quick and easy dinner.

Get the recipe: Parmesan Chicken Cutlets

Rosemary Lemon Chicken

This Rosemary Lemon Chicken is simple and easy—no chopping required! Just toss in some fresh herbs and lemon slices and roast for a perfect weeknight dinner. 
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This chicken is full of flavor and so easy to make. Just toss it in the oven and you’re good to go!

Get the recipe: Rosemary Lemon Chicken

Soy Garlic Chicken

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This chicken is ready in 20 minutes and tastes amazing. A weeknight winner!

Get the recipe: Soy Garlic Chicken

Best Desserts

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Good desserts are a must when you’re having a chicken dinner!

Get the recipes: Desserts for Days

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Hi, I’m Lucy! I’m a home cook, writer, food and wine fanatic, and recipe developer. I’ve created and tested hundreds of recipes so that I can bring you the best tried and true favorites.

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