53 of Our Best Chicken Recipes That’ve Won 5 Stars

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53 of Our Best Chicken Recipes That’ve Won 5 Stars2/53 White Chicken Enchiladas 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I adapted the recipe for these rich and creamy white chicken enchiladas from a cooking class I had a while back. —Janice Montiverdi, Sugar Land, Texas Nutrition Facts: 2 enchiladas: 1048 calories, 52g fat (23g saturated fat), 225mg cholesterol, 1979mg sodium, 76g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 67g protein. 3/53 Best Chicken Potpie 388 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Best

This is the best chicken potpie recipe!

Chicken Potpie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 2 potpies (8 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is the best chicken potpie recipe! Chock-full of chicken, potatoes, peas and corn, this recipe makes two golden pies, so you can serve one at supper and save the other for a busy night. —Karen Johnson, Bakersfield, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 475 calories, 28g fat (14g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 768mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. 4/53 Orange Barley Chicken 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Orange Barley

5/53 Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sesame Chicken

Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mother used to prepare orange chicken with rice back in the ‘60s, and it was so good. My version uses pearl barley instead of rice, and I added parsnips for flavor as well as baby carrots for color. —Helen Glazier, Seattle, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 384 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 8g fiber), 26g protein. 5/53 Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sesame Chicken

If you enjoyed this recipe, then learn how to make sesame chicken

Stir-Fry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: “When our children were little, my husband frequently worked late,” recalls Michelle McWilliams of Fort Lupton, Colorado. “This eye-catching stir-fry was a satisfying alternative to a big dinner for me and the kids.” If you enjoyed this recipe, then learn how to make sesame chicken. Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 398 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 2858mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 7g fiber), 36g protein. 6/53 Chicken Creole 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE

It’s especially good served over rice

OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like food that has a little zip to it, and this Creole chicken recipe hits the spot every time. It’s especially good served over rice. —Dolly Hall, Wheelwright, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 265 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 553mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 vegetable. 7/53 Southwest Chicken Chili 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Southwest Chicken Chili Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 15 min

Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken thighs are a nice change of pace in this easy chili. I also use a smoked ham hock and fresh cilantro for flavor and to keep the dish interesting. —Phyllis Beatty, Chandler, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 343 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 735mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 5g fiber), 33g protein. 8/53 Mexican Chicken Casserole 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the

Recipe Creator: I’ve had this Mexican chicken bake recipe for 30 years

Recipe Creator: I’ve had this Mexican chicken bake recipe for 30 years. Since my kids, grandkids and guests of all ages request it often and it takes only about 30 minutes to make, I have it at least once every other month! —Linda Humphreys, Buchanan, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 401 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 551mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. 9/53 Chicken Crouton Casserole 26 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Crouton Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

When she takes it to get-togethers, it’s loved by all who taste it

Creator: This Chicken Crouton Casserole recipe has practically made my mom famous. When she takes it to get-togethers, it’s loved by all who taste it. Whenever she serves it to family, the dish is empty by the end of the meal. —Beth Gramling, Warren, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 515 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 1393mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein. 10/53 Chicken Yakitori 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Yakitori Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I grew

I like to serve it with rice

up in Tokyo, and some of my favorite memories include eating street food like this yakitori with my friends. Though we now live thousands of miles apart, my friends and I still reminisce about our nights of sharing secrets and bonding over delicious meals. This one is easy to re-create at home, which makes it perfect for when I’m feeling homesick. I like to serve it with rice. —Lindsay Howerton-Hastings, Greenville, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked chicken: 332 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1316mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 32g protein. 11/53 Kabobless

As the primary caregiver for my grandma, I am trying to cook healthier for her

Chicken and Vegetables 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Kabobless Chicken and Vegetables Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: As the primary caregiver for my grandma, I am trying to cook healthier for her. I am fascinated with Mediterranean cuisine. It is much easier to have chicken and vegetables off the kabob, which inspired this sheet-pan dinner. —Chelsea Madren, Fullerton, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 305 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 158mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4

lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable

lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 12/53 Louisiana Chicken 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Louisiana Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Green peppers and mint add a surprise to this Louisiana chicken recipe. A roasting bag keeps the chicken moist and flavorful. —Jill Werle, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked chicken with vegetables: 496 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 688mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 8g fiber), 32g protein. 13/53 Air-Fryer Chicken Parmesan 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Air-Fryer

Quick, simple and oh, so-tasty, this air-fryer chicken

Chicken Parmesan Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Quick, simple and oh, so-tasty, this air-fryer chicken Parmesan recipe is the perfect weeknight dish to have on hand. It’s just as crispy as the classic, if not crispier! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half: 416 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 215mg cholesterol, 863mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 49g protein. 14/53 Coconut Chicken Tenders with Creamy Caribbean Salsa 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour Servings 8

The salsa’s tropical flavor makes the dish fresh and bright

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This coconut chicken tenders recipe is such a fun change of pace. The salsa’s tropical flavor makes the dish fresh and bright. —Jane Estrin, Jacksonville, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 402 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 6g fiber), 31g protein. 15/53 Italian Chicken Stew 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband enjoys preparing this satisfying stew because it’s so easy to make. With warm Italian bread, it’s a winner

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 starch, 3 lean meat, 1 fat

on a cold day.—Jo Calizzi, Vandergrift, PA Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 475 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 995mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 11g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 starch, 3 lean meat, 1 fat. 16/53 Sheet-Pan Jambalaya with Cauliflower Rice 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sheet-pan dinners are a busy cook’s dream with quick prep and easy cleanup. This sheet-pan jambalaya is a healthy twist on a classic that uses cauliflower rice for a lower-carb supper. —Julie Peterson, Crofton,

I love it because it’s quick, easy and inexpensive

Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 366 calories, 23g fat (6g saturated fat), 158mg cholesterol, 1301mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein. 17/53 Quick and Easy Chicken Poke Bowl 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Quick and Easy Chicken Poke Bowl Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chicken poke bowl is a terrific alternative when sushi-grade fish isn’t in the budget. I love it because it’s quick, easy and inexpensive. While it’s not a traditional poke recipe, the chicken still rocks in this bowl.

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