54 Ultimate Chicken Comfort Food Recipes

Recipe: Chicken-Mushroom Skillet

Chicken and mushrooms join forces to create the ultimate savory dish.

Recipe: One-Pan Hot Honey Chicken and Rice

Golden-brown, honey-chile chicken thighs steal the show in this dish.

Recipe: Curried Chicken Pot Pie

Pie for dinner? Yes please! Make a couple of these dinner pies and store in the freezer for an easy weeknight meal.

Recipe: Green Chile-Chicken Stew

The perfect south-of-the-border recipe to break out in the cold winter months.

Recipe: Easy Southern Fried Chicken

It simply doesn’t get better than crispy Southern Fried Chicken.

Recipe: Chicken Tamale Pie

This one-skillet chicken pie is your new weeknight go-to meal.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken

For busy days, try this dump-it-and-forget-it slow cooker chicken recipe.

Recipe: Mama’s Fried Chicken

Pair this crispy and juicy fried chicken with homemade macaroni and cheese.

Recipe: Easy Chicken Spaghetti

Chicken, spaghetti, and a whole lot of cheese make this irresistible casserole.

Recipe: Smoked Chicken Corn Chowder

This creamy and smoky chowder is just what your winter nights call for.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

The easiest taco Tuesday weeknight dinner involves slow-cooker chicken.

Recipe: King Ranch Chicken Casserole

This creamy and warm chicken casserole will be your favorite go-to casserole.

Recipe: Creamy Chicken-and-Rice Soup with Collard Greens

Pair this nutritious and hearty soup with homemade biscuits.

Recipe: Skillet Chicken with Beans and Greens

This easy chicken and veggie dish starts with a skillet.

Recipe: Baked Chicken Thighs with Dressing

Chicken thighs are paired with apples, celery, and cornbread. Sheet pan dinner for the win!

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Chicken Stew with Pumpkin and Wild Rice

We dressed up pumpkin to make this fall-favorite chicken stew.

Recipe: Soulful Chicken Soup

Chicken noodle soup is always better when it’s made from scratch.

Recipe: Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Add some spice to your chicken dish by making this creole cuisine.

Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie

Just like Mama used to make. This classic recipe is a weeknight dinner wonder.

Recipe: Chicken-and-Brisket Brunswick Stew

What’s for dinner? This Southern classic stew that includes tomatoes, veggies, and shredded chicken.

Recipe: Homemade Chicken Nuggets

These yummy and crispy chicken nuggets are kid approved.

Recipe: Simple Whole Chicken with Roasted Broccoli-Mushroom Rice

Place broccoli, mushroom, and chicken on a sheet pan, throw it in the oven, and dinner is served.

Recipe: White Lightning Chicken Chili

This comforting chicken chili recipe will be on repeat all winter long.

Recipe: Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

Lemon adds a refreshing spritz to this roasted chicken dish.

Recipe: Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole

Sherry is the secret ingredient in making this casserole so creamy.

Recipe: Kickin’ Orange-Glazed Chicken

Switch up your usual oven-roasted chicken by adding a sweet, citrus glaze.

Recipe: Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake

Chicken, broccoli, and cheese-filled tortellini make up this unbeatable dinner combination.

Recipe: Chicken Thighs and BBQ Beans

BBQ beans add smoky and savory nodes to this chicken dish.

Recipe: Sheet Pan Greek Chicken with Roasted Potatoes

Make it a Greek night with this festive and zesty sheet pan dish.

Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chicken And Dumplings

This Chicken and Dumplings dish is certain to warm your stomach and satisfy all of your Southern cravings.

Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Wrap thick bacon slices around chicken breast to create an iconic savory dish that everyone will love.

Recipe: Skillet Chicken Pot Pie with Leeks and Mushrooms

We dressed up this chicken pot pie with creamy mushrooms and crispy leeks.

Recipe: Country Captain Chicken

This mighty chicken is packed with flavor from an array of spices and a hearty tomato sauce.

Recipe: Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler

This whole-some cobbler will fulfill everyone’s hearty cravings.

Recipe: Chicken Chili Pot Pie Recipe

We used dark-meat chicken to create this extra-cheesy chili.

Recipe: Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Corn Slow-Cooker Chowder

This hearty and creamy chowder belongs at every Southern tailgate.

Recipe: Smoked Chicken, Squash, and Rice Soup

Fresh herbs and hints of lime make this bright dish refreshingly light.

Recipe: Peanut Chicken Stew

This protein-rich peanut stew is oh-so creamy and filling.

Recipe: Chicken Alouette

This chicken dish is wrapped in a pastry sheet to create a flaky and creamy meal.

Recipe: Kale and Sweet Potato Salad with Chicken

Balance out savory chicken with a side of fresh greens.

Recipe: Quick Chicken and Barley Stew

Would you believe us if we told you this satisfying stew only took thirty minutes to make?

Recipe: Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup

Smoked chicken takes this wholesome tortilla soup to the next level.

Recipe: Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Our trick to making this easy Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole is using jarred alfredo sauce.

Recipe: Buttermilk Chicken Tenders with Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Kids will be requesting these crispy chicken tenders every night of the week.

Recipe: Creamy Chicken and Bacon with Herbed Puff Pastry

We elevated the classic chicken pot pie to create this delicious bacon-filled pastry dish.

Recipe: Chicken Piccata

Our rendition of Chicken Piccata with an extra savory and thick sauce simply can’t be beat.

Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie Hand Pies

These handheld chicken pot pies are perfect for on-the-go, busy winter nights.

Recipe: Chris Hastings' Chicken and Dumplings

Chris Hastings showcases his family's favorite Chicken and Dumplings recipe, taking it to new heights by building fresh and unexpected flavors in the classic Southern dish.

Watch: Chris Hastings' Chicken and Dumplings

Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie with Bacon-and-Cheddar Biscuits

Homemade biscuits replace the traditional pastry crust in this delicious twist on a classic. These biscuits are made with sharp Cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, and chives, making them just as tasty solo as atop this chicken pot pie.

Recipe: Classic Chicken and Dumplings

This from-scratch favorite makes for luscious comfort food. Tender, homemade dumplings and juicy chicken in a creamy sauce is the perfect one-dish meal for your family.

Recipe: Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

Pull out your cast-iron skillet for this quintessential Southern dish. A flaky crust and hearty filling make this a one-dish meal you'll crave all the time.

Recipe: Stovetop Chicken Pot Pie

After eating this pot pie version of the classic Southern chicken and biscuit meal, you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of this chicken pot pie biscuit casserole sooner. Use frozen buttermilk biscuits for quicker cook time; for special occasions, make our best ever biscuit recipe to take this comfort food to the next level. A family-size rotisserie chicken yields the perfect amount of chopped cooked chicken for this quick twist on traditional chicken potpie. Lighten up this down home meal with low fat cream cheese and reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup, or serve it over brown rice rather than biscuits.

Recipe: Double-Crust Chicken Pot Pie

Lose the centerpiece to your table. This Double-Crust Chicken Pot Pie is enough dazzle guests.

Recipe: Easy Chicken and Dumplings

Deli-roasted chicken, cream of chicken soup, and canned biscuits make a quick-and-tasty version of this favorite. One roasted chicken yields about 3 cups of meat.

Step-by-Step Video: Our Easiest Chicken and Dumplings