These baked chicken recipes for dinner are easy to prepare and sensationally flavorful. We have ideas for casseroles, sheet-pan suppers, roasts and more.
1/29
Roasted Chicken with Rosemary
From the Recipe Creator:
Herbs, garlic and butter give this hearty meal-in-one a classic flavor. It's a lot like pot roast, except it uses chicken instead of beef. —Isabel Zienkosky, Salt Lake City, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 449 calories, 28g fat (11g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 479mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein.
2/29
Oven-Roasted Chicken Breast
From the Recipe Creator:
Baking chicken breast at just the right temperature makes the juiciest result. Pair it with potatoes and greens, and you’ll have dinner in a flash. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast: 144 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 940mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.
3/29
Sheet-Pan Chicken and Veggies
From the Recipe Creator:
This sheet-pan chicken and veggies meal tastes as if it took hours of hands-on time to put together, but the simple ingredients can be prepped in mere minutes. The rosemary gives it a rich flavor, and the meat juices cook the veggies to perfection. It’s unbelievably easy! —Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh with 1 cup vegetables: 357 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 597mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
4/29
Lemon Feta Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
This bright Greek-inspired chicken has only five ingredients—it's a busy-day lifesaver! My husband and I prepare the dish often, and it’s a hit every time. —Ann Cain, Morrill, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half: 143 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
5/29
Baked Chicken Legs
From the Recipe Creator:
These baked chicken legs are coated with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and thyme. You probably have most of these pantry staples on hand, so all you have to do is buy the chicken! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
6 ounces cooked chicken: 316 calories, 22g fat (5g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 1264mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein.
6/29
Potato Chip Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
This potato chip chicken recipe is a fun, crunchy spin on dinner that even the kids will enjoy. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauce and a side of veggies for a full meal. —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast: 425 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 166mg cholesterol, 603mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein.
7/29
Chicken Marsala en Croute
From the Recipe Creator:
I love puff pastry and chicken Marsala, so I decided to combine the two. The result is a very special meal perfect for Sunday dinner or any special occasion. Be sure to keep the puff pastry chilled so it is easier to work with. —Lorraine Russo, Mahwah, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 pastry: 599 calories, 29g fat (10g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 36g protein.
8/29
Oven-Fried Chicken Breast
From the Recipe Creator:
This fried chicken doesn’t come from a pan of hot oil—it’s made in your oven! A delicious dish to add to your dinner repertoire, chicken breasts bake through in no time with a nice, crispy coating. Then the chicken can be stored in the fridge or freezer for an easy meal down the road. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast: 364 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 408mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein.
9/29
Louisiana Chicken
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.
10/29
Baked Chicken and Zucchini
From the Recipe Creator:
Because I love zucchini, this colorful dish is one of my favorites, and I make it often in summer. It's especially good with tomatoes fresh from the garden. —Sheryl Goodnough, Eliot, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 572 calories, 27g fat (7g saturated fat), 169mg cholesterol, 898mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 49g protein.
11/29
Baked Ranch Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
A crunchy coating of cornflakes and Parmesan cheese adds delectable flavor to this zesty ranch chicken. The golden, crispy chicken is a mainstay dish I can always count on. —Launa Shoemaker, Landrum, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half: 254 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 959mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein.
12/29
Greek Chicken Bake
From the Recipe Creator:
As soon as the weather turns cold, I know it's time to pull out this go-to recipe. I assemble it in the morning, then put it in the oven just before dinner. —Kelly Maxwell, Plainfield, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh with 1 cup potato mixture: 352 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
13/29
Baked Orange Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
This baked orange chicken is a quick and elegant recipe. It can easily be doubled or tripled for company. I like to serve mine with baked potatoes. —Pamela Siple, Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half: 189 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 224mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.
14/29
Chicken Shawarma
From the Recipe Creator:
Bake this food truck favorite instead of grilling it to make a perfect weeknight meal. We wrap the juicy chicken in warm pitas and drizzle it with a garlicky yogurt sauce. You can make a double batch of the delectable shawarma spice mix and store half in a glass jar with a tight lid so your next meal is even faster to prep. —Laura Wilhelm, West Hollywood, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 288 calories, 18g fat (5g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 490mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
15/29
Sheet-Pan Chicken Curry Dinner
From the Recipe Creator:
This sheet-pan chicken curry is a quick way to get a meal on the table without fuss. Everyone loves it, and it's healthy to boot! Serve it with a side of jasmine rice. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 409 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 686mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 6g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 3 starch, 1 fat.
16/29
Baked Swiss Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
Canned soup, white wine, Swiss cheese and crushed croutons dress up the chicken breasts in this elegant entree. Ideal for unexpected guests, it requires only a few ingredients. The creamy sauce is excellent with garlic mashed potatoes or rice. —Beverly Roberge, Bristol, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 308 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
17/29
Dutch Oven Whole Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
This Dutch oven roast chicken recipe gets wonderful flavor from the celery, onion and parsley tucked inside. This is my family's favorite way to make roast chicken. When my daughter was away at school, she even called home to ask me for the recipe so she could make it herself. —Judy Page, Edenville, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 525 calories, 25g fat (7g saturated fat), 157mg cholesterol, 1399mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 52g protein.
18/29
Tasty Onion Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
The secret to this French onion chicken is the yummy, crunchy coating that keeps the meat juicy and tender. Round out your meal with green beans and buttermilk biscuits. —Jennifer Hoeft, Thorndale, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half: 460 calories, 36g fat (18g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 449mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.
19/29
Goat Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
This stuffed chicken breast recipe is special to me because it has so much flavor yet not too many calories. I love Italian food, but most of the time it is too heavy. This is a healthy twist on an Italian dish! —Nicole Stevens, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed chicken breast: 347 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 39g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 7 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
20/29
Cornflake Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
I took a recipe off a box of baking mix and altered it to make the prep easier. The result was this moist oven-fried cornflake chicken with a thick golden coating that's a lot crisper than the original. —Angela Capettini, Boynton Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 drumstick and 1 thigh: 534 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 972mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 46g protein.
21/29
Honey Mustard Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
This sheet-pan chicken is an easy gluten-free, low-carb meal ideal for busy weekdays. The chicken is tender, juicy and so delicious! It’s now on the list of our favorite meals. You can substitute any low-carb vegetable for the green beans. —Denise Browning, San Antonio, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 419 calories, 26g fat (6g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
22/29
Baked Chicken Parmesan
From the Recipe Creator:
Saucy chicken, melty mozzarella and crisp-tender broccoli all in one pan. What could be better? —Becky Hardin, St. Peters, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 504 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 147mg cholesterol, 1151mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 8g fiber), 52g protein.
23/29
Deviled Chicken Thighs
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this dish when I invite my next-door neighbor over for supper. It's just enough for the two of us. The tasty chicken is tender and moist with a bit of crunch from the cashews. —Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh: 246 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
24/29
Pancetta and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast
From the Recipe Creator:
I was inspired by a stuffed chicken Marsala dish I had at a restaurant and wanted to come up with my own version using a different flavor profile. —Ashley Laymon, Lititz, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed chicken breast half: 420 calories, 25g fat (6g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 1013mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein.
25/29
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
The savory coating on this chicken has the satisfying flavor of Parmesan cheese. It’s easy enough to be a family weekday meal yet impressive enough to serve to guests. When I make this baked Parmesan-crusted chicken for dinner, we never have leftovers. —Schelby Thompson, Camden Wyoming, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half : 270 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 552mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein.
26/29
Sage Chicken Cordon Bleu
From the Recipe Creator:
It's nice to surprise the family with special meals like this during the week. I usually double the recipe so we can enjoy leftovers the next day. —Martha Stine, Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 328 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein.
27/29
Baked Chicken Fajitas
From the Recipe Creator:
I can't remember when or where I found this oven-baked fajitas recipe, but I've used it nearly every week since. We like it with hot sauce for added spice. —Amy Trinkle, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 fajitas: 375 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 838mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g protein.
28/29
Baked Mushroom Chicken
From the Recipe Creator:
This mushroom chicken bake recipe is the perfect way to dress up a standard weeknight dinner. It's a recipe I can count on to yield tender and flavorful results every time. —Barbara McCalley, Allison Park, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half : 311 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.
29/29
Chicken Provolone
From the Recipe Creator:
Chicken provolone, though one of my simplest dishes, is one of my husband’s favorites. It is easy to prepare and looks fancy served on a dark plate with a garnish of fresh parsley or basil. Add some buttered noodles for an easy side dish. —Dawn Bryant, Thedford, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half: 236 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat.
Baked Chicken Recipes for Dinner FAQ
Should I cover chicken with foil when baking?
Whether you should cover chicken with foil when baking depends on the specific recipe and the cut of chicken you are preparing. Skin-on or breaded chicken should be baked uncovered so it can crisp and brown. Leaner pieces of chicken, like boneless chicken breasts, can benefit from being covered while cooking to trap the moisture and keep the chicken juicy, especially if baking in a sauce. However, uncovering chicken toward the end lets it brown a bit and release some condensation, so it tastes baked and not steamed.
What do I serve with baked chicken to make it a meal?
Turn baked chicken into a meal by serving it with a crisp salad, a roasted vegetable medley, fragrant rice pilaf or crunchy garlic bread. When I need a comfort food meal, I’ll make mashed potatoes or a pot of creamy polenta. In warmer weather, sauteed asparagus, glazed carrots or buttery almond green beans are my go-to sides. Truthfully, chicken goes with just about anything, so any of your favorite sides will work.
What baked chicken recipes are best to make ahead?
The best make-ahead baked chicken recipes feature marinated or skinless chicken that can either be prepped and refrigerated in advance or baked and reheated without becoming dry or tough. Instead of trying to re-crisp bone-in chicken thighs, try a glazed or spice-rubbed skinless cut of chicken. If you want to meal prep and bake crumb-coated chicken in advance, use it cold and chopped up for salads or sliced and tucked into a wrap so you don’t have to worry about making it crunchy again.
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