Thanksgiving Chicken Recipes
Turkey isn’t the only star of the table! Check out these Thanksgiving Chicken Recipes for juicy, flavorful alternatives your family will love.
Elevate your holiday menu with chicken recipes that bring both comfort and flair to Thanksgiving. From spiced roasts to creative skillet meals, each recipe is designed to be easy, flavorful, and totally crowd-pleasing.
1. Air Fryer Chicken Breast
This is my go-to recipe for making chicken in the air fryer. It’s tender and juicy, easy to make, and downright delicious. Plus, it’s ready in less than 20 minutes! If you prefer to bake instead of air fry, try my Oven Baked Chicken Tenders. They’re just as flavorful, with no breading and zero mess.
2. Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
This recipe is so easy it’s sure to become one of your weeknight staples. With just a handful of ingredients, this savory Balsamic Chicken in the slow cooker will be a family favorite for weeknights, weekends, or family gatherings!
3. Slow Roasted Chicken
This Slow Roasted Chicken is completely foolproof! It’s made in one pan, requires minimal prep, and only a handful of fresh ingredients. Plus, it’s easy to clean up!
4. Juicy Marinated Chicken Thighs
Juicy bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, Worcestershire, garlic, onion powder, lemon juice, and brown sugar. Easy to cook in the air fryer or oven for a family-friendly, meal-prep-ready dinner.
5. Baked Chicken Cutlets
These breaded baked chicken cutlets are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and made with just a few pantry staple ingredients. Whether you’re craving a quick weeknight dinner or looking for a better alternative to pan-fried cutlets, this easy recipe delivers flavor and crunch without the extra oil in less than 30 minutes!
6. Whole30 Chicken Skillet
This Whole30 Skillet Chicken Dinner is the perfect alternative to a turkey feast! Juicy pan-seared chicken smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce makes for a perfectly satisfying and flavorful dinner.
7. Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders
These Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders can be made in the air fryer or baked in the oven. They’re made with less than 10 ingredients and an easy and fun way to make chicken taste even better!
8. Mediterranean Chicken Thighs
Mediterranean Chicken Thighs with pearl couscous and sweet Medjool dates is a delicious all-in-one meal full of fresh Mediterranean flavors. Best of all, aside from the marinating, it takes less than 30 minutes to come together.
9. French Onion Chicken
Savory and nostalgic, this French Onion Chicken is a one-pan recipe that’s perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner. The comforting flavors of classic French onion soup pair with tender chicken breasts for a delicious meal with easy clean up.
10. Chicken and Mushroom Skillet
Make this deliciously Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet for an incredibly savory one-skillet meal that’s ideal for any night of the week! Tender chicken and earthy mushrooms pair together for a hearty dinner that’s full of flavor and will fill you up.
11. One Pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
Get ready for a taste of Italy with this One Pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta recipe! This delicious and easy-to-make dish is loaded with fresh basil, tangy balsamic vinegar, and juicy Roma tomatoes, all combined with tender chicken and al dente pasta in one pot.
12. Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets
These Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are golden on the outside, juicy on the inside, and ready in 20 minutes—no deep frying required. Whether you’re craving a lighter spin on a comfort food classic or need a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe delivers all the crunch without the oil.
13. Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
These Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs are an all-in-one easy weeknight dinner packed with flavor and made on one pan! You’ll love the bold kick of heat, tender chicken thighs, and corn for added nutrition with minimal effort.
14. Oven Baked Chicken and Cauliflower
Get dinner on the table quick and easy with this Oven Baked Chicken and Cauliflower recipe. Seasoned with bold spices like cumin, cardamom, and paprika, these crispy chicken thighs are baked in one pan with tender cauliflower for an easy and tasty dinner.
15. Easy Balsamic Chicken
Packed with flavor, this one pan Honey Balsamic Chicken recipe is super simple, easy to make, and perfect for quick dinners and meal prep!
16. BBQ Chicken Baked Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes loaded with flavor! These BBQ Chicken Baked Sweet Potatoes are incredible and easy to whip together.
17. Crispy Cornish Hen in the Air Fryer
Delicious and juicy Air Fryer Cornish Hen (Cornish game hens) with crispy skin served with creamy mushroom bacon gravy.
18. Fried Chicken Without Flour
Fried Chicken Without Flour is crispy on the outside juicy on the inside, and only takes 20 minutes in the air fryer to make. Great for game nights or tailgate parties, this chicken recipe will be your go-to for an easy appetizer or meal.
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