If there's one staple that should always be in your freezer, it's chicken. Delicious, healthy, affordable, and filling, it's also easy to defrost and incredibly versatile. From tacos to pasta to salad, there isn't much you can't do with it. Don't have a lot of time to spare for most meals? That's OK: many recipes made with America's most popular meat can be cooked up in a flash; keep reading for inspiration.
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Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
Get the recipe: chicken spaghetti casserole [2]
Larb Gai (Thai Chicken Salad)
Get the recipe: larb gai (Thai chicken salad) [3]
Lemon-Garlic Drumsticks
Get the recipe: lemon-garlic drumsticks [4]
Chicken Lo Mein
Get the recipe: chicken lo mein [5]
Lemon Pepper Chicken Breast
Get the recipe: lemon pepper chicken breasts [6]
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Get the recipe: buffalo chicken pizza [7]
Chicken Noodle Soup
Get the recipe: chicken noodle soup [8]
Orange Chicken
Get the recipe: orange chicken [9]
Asian Ramen Chopped Chicken Salad
Get the recipe: Asian ramen chopped chicken salad [10]
Balsamic Grilled Chicken With Caprese Salad
Get the recipe: balsamic grilled chicken with caprese salad [11]
Chicken Thighs With Rhubarb and Cucumber Salsa
Get the recipe: chicken thighs with spicy cucumber and rhubarb salsa [12]
Chicken Cobb Salad Wrap
Get the recipe: chicken cobb salad wrap [13]
Chili Con Queso Nachos
Get the recipe: chili con queso nachos [14]
Chicken and Kale Salad
Get the recipe: kale and chicken salad [15]
Grilled Chicken Salad With Sherry-Herb Vinaigrette
Get the recipe: grilled chicken salad with sherry-herb vinaigrette [16]
Chicken Parmesan Sub
Get the recipe: chicken parmesan sub [17]
Pomegranate-Sesame Chicken With Ginger Rice Pilaf
Get the recipe: pomegranate-sesame chicken with ginger rice pilaf [18]
Baked Honey-Mustard Chicken
Get the recipe: baked honey-mustard chicken [19]
Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Bites With Blue-Cheese Greek Yogurt Sauce
Get the recipe: buffalo chicken quinoa bites with blue-cheese Greek yogurt dip [20]
Chicken Enchilada Skillet
Get the recipe: chicken enchilada skillet [21]
Chicken Teriyaki
Get the recipe: chicken teriyaki [22]
Chicken Fried Rice
Get the recipe: chicken fried rice [23]
5-Ingredient Chicken Piccata
Get the recipe: five-ingredient chicken piccata [24]
One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pasta
Get the recipe: one-pot barbecue chicken pasta [25]
Black Pepper Chicken Fingers With Greek Yogurt Ranch
Get the recipe: black pepper chicken fingers with Greek yogurt ranch [26]
Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Bowl With Tangy Tahini Dressing
Get the recipe: chicken and vegetable quinoa bowl [27]
Balsamic Chicken and Veggies
Get the recipe: balsamic chicken with asparagus and tomatoes [28]
Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry With Asparagus
Get the recipe: ginger chicken stir-fry with asparagus and mushrooms [29]
Cheesy Chicken, Quinoa, and Broccoli
Get the recipe: cheesy chicken, quinoa, and broccoli [30]
Garlic Ranch Chicken and Veggies
Get the recipe: garlic ranch chicken and veggies [31]
Chicken Parmesan and Roasted Zucchini
Get the recipe: chicken parmesan and roasted zucchini [32]
Cilantro-Lime Chicken With Rice and Black Beans
Get the recipe: cilantro-lime chicken with rice and black beans [33]
Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders With Roasted Green Beans and Tomatoes
Get the recipe: garlic-parmesan chicken tenders with roasted green beans and cherry tomatoes [34]
Soba Noodles With Peanut Sauce
Get the recipe: soba noodles with peanut sauce [35]
Avocado and Grilled Chicken Salad With Chipotle-Lime Ranch
Get the recipe: avocado and grilled chicken salad with chipotle-lime ranch [36]
Chicken Pad Thai
Get the recipe: chicken pad Thai [37]
Spinach and Chicken Enchiladas
Get the recipe: spinach and chicken enchiladas with creamy jalapeño sauce [38]
Chicken Breasts With Mustard Cream Sauce
Get the recipe: chicken breasts with mustard cream sauce [39]
Chicken Salad With Cherries, Pecans, and Blue Cheese
Get the recipe: chicken salad with cherries, pecans, and blue cheese [40]
Baked Ranch Chicken Tenders and Vegetables
Get the recipe: baked ranch chicken tenders and vegetables [41]
Grilled Chicken Salad With Goat Cheese, Grapes, and Honey-Balsamic Dressing
Get the recipe: grilled chicken salad with goat cheese, grapes, and honey-balsamic dressing [42]
Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Get the recipe: chicken, broccoli, bell pepper, and snap pea stir-fry [43]
Creamy Chicken Mushroom Soup
Get the recipe: creamy chicken mushroom soup [44]
One-Pot Beans, Chicken, and Rice
Get the recipe: one-pot beans, chicken, and rice [45]
Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers
Get the recipe: chicken fajita stuffed peppers [46]
Chicken With Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
Get the recipe: chicken with sun-dried tomato cream sauce [47]
Sweet Chili Chicken Stir-Fry
Get the recipe: sweet chili chicken stir-fry [48]
Asian Chicken Edamame Salad
Get the recipe: Asian chicken edamame salad [49]
Pesto Spaghetti With Roasted Tomatoes and Chicken
Get the recipe: pesto spaghetti with roasted tomatoes and chicken [50]
Weeknight Chicken Tacos
Get the recipe: weeknight chicken tacos [51]
Lemon Almond Roast Chicken Salad
Get the recipe: lemon almond roast chicken salad [52]
One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies
Get the recipe: one-pan honey garlic chicken and veggies [53]
Chicken Chow Mein
Get the recipe: chicken chow mein [54]
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Get the recipe: parmesan crusted chicken [55]
Zucchini, Corn, and Quinoa Bowls With Grilled Chicken
Get the recipe: zucchini, corn, and quinoa bowls with grilled chicken and lemon [56]
Crispy Quartered Chicken With Herb Sauce
Get the recipe: crispy quartered chicken with herb sauce [57]
Thai Chicken Salad With Orange Peanut Sauce
Get the recipe: Thai chicken salad with orange peanut sauce [58]
Lemon Fettucine Alfredo With Grilled Chicken and Broccoli
Get the recipe: lemon fettucine alfredo with grilled chicken and broccoli [59]
One-Pot Greek Chicken With Orzo and Tomatoes
Get the recipe: one-pot Greek chicken with orzo and tomatoes [60]
Chicken and Broccoli Shells and Cheese
Get the recipe: chicken and broccoli shells and cheese [61]
Chicken Enchilada Zucchini Boats
Get the recipe: chicken enchilada zucchini boats [62]
