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14 Chicken Recipes for Crispy, Juicy, Delicious Dinners
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Rhys
February 23, 2025
I am going to be completely honest, I’ve been dreaming about most of these recipes for the past week, so this weeks issue has a little bias to it.
I mean look at the first recipe, Gochujang Popcorn Chicken, how can you not dream about this?
Hope you find some good dinners for this week!
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14 Chicken Recipes for Crispy, Juicy, Delicious Dinners
1. Homemade popcorn chicken
Batter and deep-fry bite-sized chicken pieces until crispy and golden, served with a tangy dipping sauce.
 | Glochujang Fried Popcorn Chicken by Glo Restaurant + Lounge (Link) Coconut jasmine rice, crispy jalapeños, green onions, sesame seeds. |
2. Keftas
Seasoned ground meat with warm spices and herbs, shaped into skewers or patties, and grilled until charred and juicy.
 | Grilled Kabob by EZ Eatz by Yaya (Link) Comes with your choice of white rice, saffron rice or fries. Served with EZ Salad Authors note: Swap ground beef for ground chicken |
3. Orange chicken
Battered and fried chicken pieces tossed in a sweet, tangy orange glaze with a hint of ginger and garlic. Served over rice
| Orange Chicken by Teriyaki Madness (Link) Crispy chicken pieces tossed in a sweet and tangy orange sauce, served with steamed rice. |
4. Rosemary chicken
Tender oven-roasted rosemary-seasoned chicken served over crisp greens with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a light vinaigrette.
 | Rosemary Baked Chicken Chef Salad by Walton's Southern Table (Link) Herb-infused chicken served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens. Authors note: I love pan-searing mine, which gives it a crispy golden texture and the ability to baste it with a rosemary infused butter. |
5. Butter Chicken
Chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with warm spices, butter, and a touch of cream.
 | Butter Chicken by Train Station Pub (Link) TSP's famous house made curry sauce, roasted chicken, peas, red peppers, cilantro lime crema, basmati rice, cilantro, garlic naan |
6. Gyros
Pita bread filled with sliced grilled chicken, tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce for a Mediterranean treat.
 | Chicken Gyros by Opa! Opa!! (Link) Marinated Chicken bread char-broiled and sliced. |
7. Chicken Marsala
Sautéed chicken breasts with mushrooms, simmered in a Marsala wine sauce.
 | Chicken Marsala by Alexander Michael's (Link) Mushrooms, garlic and fresh spices sautéed in marsala wine with a touch of cream over fettuccine. Served with parmesan on the side |
8. Chicken Piccata
Sautéed chicken breasts in a lemon-caper sauce for a light yet flavorful dish.
 | Chicken Piccata by JTK Cuisine & Cocktails (Link) Pan fried chicken breast with a parmesan risotto and asparagus served with a lemon-caper butter sauce. |
9. Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with bite-sized chicken, mixed vegetables, and a splash of soy sauce for a quick meal.
 | Chicken Fried Rice by Best Wok (Link) Savor our Chicken Fried Rice, a delicious blend of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables, stir-fried to perfection with a hint of soy sauce. |
10. Lemon Garlic Chicken
Marinated chicken breasts in lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, then grilled for a zesty flavor.
 | Garlic Lemon Chicken by Anton's Craft Kitchen (Link) Sliced chicken breast cooked with onions in a lemon garlic sauce. |
11. Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Breaded and fried chicken breast served on a toasted bun with lettuce, pickles, and zesty sauce.
 | Crispy Chicken Sandwich by Dove + Deer (Link) A crunchy, golden-brown chicken breast served on a soft bun with fresh lettuce and a zesty sauce. |
12. Balsamic Glazed Chicken
Seared chicken breasts coated in a rich balsamic reduction with caramelized onions.
 | Honey Balsamic Glazed Chicken by BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar (Link) Golden raisins / pine nuts / red potatoes / onions / seasonal vegetables |
13. Coconut Curry Chicken
Chicken simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce with warm spices and fresh cilantro.
 | Chicken Coconut Curry by Sula Indian Restaurant (Link) A flavorful dish made with tender chicken pieces cooked in a coconut milk-based sauce. |
14. Chicken and Chorizo Paella
Saffron-infused rice cooked with chicken, spicy chorizo, and bell peppers for a rich, smoky flavor.
 | Red Stripe Paella by Red Stripe (Link) With shrimp, mussels, clams, chicken, chorizo and saffron rice |
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