55 Budget-Friendly Recipes with Chicken

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55 Budget-Friendly Recipes with Chicken1/55 Roast Chicken 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 2 hours 40 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I am a busy mom of four and a nursing student, so weeknight dinners are often rushed. Sunday dinners are very important to our family, and everyone loves when I make this old-fashioned chicken recipe. —Amy Jenkins, Mesa, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 5 ounces cooked chicken: 281 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 441mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. 2/55

This recipe is easily doubled or tripled for large families

Asian Chicken Rice Bowl 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This super flavorful, nutrient-packed dish makes use of supermarket conveniences like coleslaw mix and rotisserie chicken. This recipe is easily doubled or tripled for large families. —Christianna Gozzi, Asteria, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 429 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 616mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 5g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 3/55 Baked Chicken Burritos 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Burritos Recipe

They’re super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks

photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 2 casseroles (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This mouthwatering southwestern burrito recipe makes enough for two casseroles, so you can enjoy one today and freeze the other for a busy weeknight. They’re super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks. —Sonya Nightingale, Burley, Idaho. Nutrition Facts: 2 burritos: 760 calories, 44g fat (23g saturated fat), 177mg cholesterol, 1608mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 51g protein. 4/55 Fried Chicken and Waffles Test Kitchen Approved

Fried Chicken and Waffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken and waffles as a culinary tradition has origins in both Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine and soul food, with some variations. This version features fried chicken in a flavorful coating that is crispy outside, tender inside, and a spongy, chewy waffle with some crisp ridges. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked chicken with 1 waffle: 668 calories, 40g fat (7g saturated fat), 162mg cholesterol, 691mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g

fiber), 34g protein

fiber), 34g protein. 5/55 Taco Pockets 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Taco Pockets Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We love these taco-flavored sandwiches made with crescent dough. They make a quick, easy lunch or supper with a bowl of soup or a crisp salad. I also like to cut them into smaller servings for parties. —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1/2 pocket: 393 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 896mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 16g

You’ll savor every bite

protein. 6/55 Pressure-Cooker Risotto with Chicken and Mushrooms 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooker Risotto with Chicken and Mushrooms Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Portobello mushrooms add an earthy flavor to this creamy classic, while shredded rotisserie chicken makes it a snap to prepare. You’ll savor every bite. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 636 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1411mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein. 7/55 Chicken Chimichangas 63 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2

Chimichangas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I developed this quick and easy recipe through trial and error. I used to garnish it with sour cream, but I eliminated it in order to lighten the recipe. My friends all love it when I cook these chimichangas, and they’re much healthier than deep-fried. —Rickey Madden, Clinton, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 chimichanga: 269 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 613mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2

starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat

starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 8/55 Slow-Cooker Chicken Tinga 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Chicken Tinga Recipe photo by Sonia Bozzo for Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first fell in love with this traditional Mexican dish at a taco stand inside a gas station. This is how I make it at home now. My version has a nice zing without being overly spicy. —Ramona Parris, Canton, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 2 tacos: 363 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 800mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate

(3g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein

(3g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein. 9/55 Hoisin Sriracha Sheet-Pan Chicken 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hoisin Sriracha Sheet-Pan Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The convenience and simplicity of this chicken dinner make it extra awesome. Feel free to change the veggies throughout the year—the sticky-spicy-sweet sauce is tasty on everything!! —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 490 calories, 24g fat (5g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1665mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein. 10/55 Jimmy’s Bang Bang Chicken Sliders

8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Jimmy’s Bang Bang Chicken Sliders Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I simmer chicken thighs in a spicy-sweet sauce, shred them and then pile ’em high on pretzel buns to create an incredibly addictive party food. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 slider: 516 calories, 26g fat (7g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 892mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein. 11/55 Creamy Skinny Pasta Casserole 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Skinny Pasta Casserole Recipe photo by

Try this healthy pasta recipe with ground beef too!

Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Baked pasta is a favorite potluck dish, so I altered some of the ingredients in my traditional recipe to make it lower in calories. Try this healthy pasta recipe with ground beef too! —Andrea Bolden, Unionville, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1-2/3 cups: 445 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 559mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 33g protein. 12/55 Chicken Chop Suey 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Chop Suey with a Twist Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of

It’s tasty and traditional, and easy, too!

Home Total Time 5 hours 50 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re in for a busy evening, here’s a great way to ensure you can still have a healthful supper. It’s tasty and traditional, and easy, too! Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 178 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 739mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable. 13/55 Chicken Fajitas 355 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Flavorful Chicken Fajitas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to

The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! —Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 fajita: 369 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 689mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat. 14/55 Chicken Garden Medley 28 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Garden Medley Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe

I like to make these golden chicken nuggets because they’re so quick and easy

From the Recipe Creator: After my family sampled this dish at a friend’s house, it quickly became a favorite—especially with our teenage daughters, who request it at least once a week! —Dohreen Winkler, Howell, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 404 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein. 15/55 Chicken Nuggets 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to make these golden chicken nuggets because they’re so quick and easy.

My whole family loves them

My whole family loves them. The seasoning can also be used on chicken breast halves to make amazing sandwiches. —Annette Ellyson, Carolina, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked chicken: 214 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch. 16/55 Chicken and Dumplings 103 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken and Dumplings Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 8 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Homemade chicken and dumplings from scratch

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