50 Fall Chicken Recipes That Are Easy and Delicious

No matter what inventive, out-of-the-box recipe we try making for dinner, we always end up coming back to chicken—and why not? The trustworthy bird is versatile, easy to prepare, protein-packed and crowd-pleasing. But now that summer is over, we need some inspiration. With that in mind, we rounded up 50 fall chicken recipes that you’ve never tried before—they’re easy and tasty, so plan on making one every night from now until December.

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No one knows chicken quite like Ina Garten. (Chicken is practically her middle name.) This updated throwback is garlicky, olive-y and easy to throw together.

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Stress-free and sheet-pan are a match made in heaven, so this sweet-and-savory number is a no-brainer. The marinade does double-duty as a sauce, adding an extra boost of flavor.

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Thanks to flavorful chilis en adobo, this impressive-looking dish requires a mere four ingredients. If you end up with leftovers, they’re great for supplementing salads, soups and pastas.

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This savory stunner has two, count ’em, two types of potatoes. Do we see meal-prep in your future?

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This one’s ready in an hour—but if that sounds like a long time, it’s mostly hands-off. You’ll just whip up a sauce and let the oven finish the job.

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Here’s proof that sometimes simple dishes are the best dishes. Dates, green olives and caramelized shallots combine for a sauce that’s easy and irresistible.

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Cooking a whole bird doesn’t have to be time-consuming or intimidating. Thanks to your trusty slow-cooker, this one’s almost entirely hands-off.

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Mmm, we wait all year for squash season. It’s a natural pairing for these glazed chicken thighs, which are just the right amounts of salty and sweet.

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Our chef in residence Jake Cohen found a way to make Middle Eastern cooking totally approachable. This recipe is full of warm, cozy spices and is so easy to pull off.

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You’ll want to eat this straight out of the oven, but we suggest saving some for later—it’ll make delicious leftovers.

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Craving the equivalent of a warm, cozy blanket in a skillet? Look no further than this surprisingly dairy-free Tuscan dish.

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A single skillet that also happens to be oh-so-seasonal? Count us in. Can’t find fresh cranberries? Frozen ones will do the trick.

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Chicken thighs are always a good choice, because they’re nearly impossible to mess up. These start with a balsamic-cider sauce, and end with—wait for it—burrata.

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This chicken dinner comes together in under an hour while remaining très elegant. Julia Child would be so impressed.

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Nothing says sweater weather quite like chicken noodle soup. This version is impossibly easy, but the flavor still rivals anything your mom used to whip up.

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You might say you’re not a mushroom person, but you’ve never tried this skillet, have you? It’s so buttery and herby, you’ll be instantly converted.

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This is like a healthy version of macaroni and cheese with an autumnal twist—thanks, Coterie member Monique Volz.

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Za’atar is a citrus-y, zesty Middle Eastern spice, and it’s our favorite for adding a hint of brightness to rich, hearty roast chicken thighs.

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Who could say no to all these fall flavors in one easy to clean pan? OK, if we’re being honest, you had us at “cider.”

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When the temperatures start to dip, there’s nothing we want more than to dive into a skillet full of white wine sauce.

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You’re telling us this entire feast requires just 30 minutes and an Instant Pot? Pinch us, we’re dreaming.

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This chowder is so creamy and hearty, we had a hard time believing it’s gluten-, dairy- and grain-free.

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Autumnal herbs? Check. Rice pilaf to soak up all those yummy chicken juices? Double check. Yep, we’re making this tonight.

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Time to grab a tall glass of cider and get cozy. This easy dinner has fall written all over it.

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This simple dish can be made in 30 minutes flat. Serve it with mashed sweet potatoes or roasted fall veggies for a well-rounded meal.

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This is what happens when our favorite protein meets our favorite vegetable. You could pair this with pasta or eat it just by itself.

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No frying and no mess involved. They’re just what you need on game night (or really any night, for that matter).

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Guess what? The entire dish calls for just six ingredients and takes 30 minutes to make. You’ll want to add it to your weeknight rotation, stat.

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We promise this roast chicken is easier to pull off than it seems. It’s crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside and amazing as leftovers. (Thanks, Coterie member Carlene Thomas.)

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Coterie member Phoebe Lapine knows that nothing gets us more excited than a sheet pan full of roasted sweet potatoes (except, you know, a sheet pan full of kale).

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Monique Volz does it again with another healthy-yet-satisfying meal. This one has tons of cozy spices and dried fruit for a unique (and delicious) twist.

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We never would have thought that we could cook an entire chicken in, like, ten minutes, but here we are. And since it’s essentially bathing in broth, the meat comes out juicy and fall-off-the-bone tender. (We like the sound of that.)

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Get ready—it’s officially stuffing season, and this one’s special. The chicken is actually crisped before you sauté the aromatics, which means everything get infused with meaty flavor.

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Admit it: You feel cozier just looking at this gorgeous plate. Make it for your next impromptu dinner gathering and tell everyone you worked on it for hours.

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One baking sheet, minimal cleanup and oodles of roasted chicken and veggies? This is what fall dinner dreams are made of, friends.

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This dish is practically shouting “easy fall dinner” from the rooftops. Everything gets cooked in a parchment packet, so there’s almost no cleanup to deal with later.

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If you end up with leftover meatballs, warm them in broth and toss in some greens at the end for a quick soup the next day.

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This is like chicken parm but even better, thanks to the crispy potato-chip coating. We suggest sandwiching it between a pretzel bun.

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A one-pan dinner that’s made with chicken and cauliflower and it’s low-carb? Be still our hearts.

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Full disclosure: We’d gobble this up and we’re not even on the keto diet. It’s cozy, creamy and just as tasty as takeout.

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The key to the crispiest chicken skin possible is to cook the thighs low and slow. The Castelvetrano olives and pancetta are the cherry on top.

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We should mention that this dish happens to be a one-skillet deal. And you know how they say, “feta is betta”? It’s true.

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You could swap the chicken thighs for chicken breasts or ground chicken instead, just adjust the cooking time to suit.

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Number one on our list of comfort foods? Chicken soup. This version wins bonus points for both flavor and ease—mix it up with different greens or pasta if you like.

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A lightened-up version of a takeout favorite that’s ready in 30 minutes? Look no further.

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On our ideal fall dinner checklist? Fast, easy and minimal cleanup. This one checks all the right boxes.

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Aside from being deceptively easy (and delicious), whole roast chicken has the benefit of making enough leftovers to last the whole week.

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Braising is a method well suited for fall, since it results in luxurious, fall-off-the-bone meat. A little lemon juice keeps things from getting too rich.

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Save this beauty for a night when need to casually dish up something sensational. It’s ready in 40 minutes.

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Kick off the start of soup season with an old classic. This one is best eaten on the couch with a side of spooky Halloween movies.

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