Chicken Recipes

Quick & Easy White Chicken Chili

White chicken chili is brothy and a little creamy (but dairy-free), flavor-packed, and easy enough to pull off on a busy weeknight – yet absolutely worthy of company!  I’m a big fan of traditional red chili – Aunt Peggy’s Turkey Chili is a quick-and-easy family favorite for sure – but there’s something special about a…

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls

Customizable chicken fajita bowls are simple to make with a convenient sheet pan approach and are sure to become a favorite. Wholesome, economical, and perfect for meal prep.  If my nieces, Coco and Britt, look familiar, it may be from an earlier recipe, Tuna Pasta Salad. Fresh, filling, and endlessly adaptable, the recipe is a…

Slow Roasted Whole Chicken

This longtime reader and family favorite effortlessly produces tender, juicy chicken every single time. It’s wholesome comfort food that never grows old!   Modern cuisine so often focuses on the latest trends and off-the-grid ingredients. New ideas keep things interesting, but in the process, it’s easy to overlook more unassuming fare. A new year seemed…

Chicken Gyros

Authentic Greek gyros with the classic add-ons and a shortcut tzatziki are easy to recreate in your kitchen. A light but satisfying meal that may also be served over rice or greens or made with beef, shrimp, salmon, or pork.   I love when special guests join me in the kitchen, and I was recently…

Grilled Chicken Wings

Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, grilled wings are fuss-free and finger licking good. A choice of flavorings will satisfy every taste preference. In the early days of the quarantine, I was asked to start a recipe exchange with a group of women who were feeling cooped up and in need of…

BBQ Chicken & Rice Quesadillas

Stretch and transform leftovers into a deliciously filling meal with these family-friendly quesadillas that will be ready in a flash!   Maya (14), Gabi (12), Jalen (11), and Sophia (11) Coon are back for the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, and they’re making quesadillas with an upgrade. Maya started making this meal when she battled cancer the…

Chicken Alfredo

Lighter than the traditional Alfredo but equally irresistible, this flavorful pasta dish comes together easily with minimal ingredients. Plus, there are options to add favorite vegetables and vary the protein.   Welcome to Fountain Avenue Kids! Joey is back with his fabulous energy and enthusiasm to demonstrate a new-and-improved chicken Alfredo. Among other upgrades, we included three veggies.…

Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken

Versatile and quick to prep, Southwest Chicken relies on pantry staples and can be served burrito bowl-style or in tacos. An ideal meal to please a variety of eaters!   Get ready for the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, because Coach Suzie is in the kitchen! She’s a kid at heart, and as a…

Amish-Style Chicken Corn Soup

Brimming with chicken and vegetables, a pot of this soul-warming soup is easy to make with basic ingredients. A regional classic and a true family favorite!   (Look below the recipe card for a fun way to top this or another soup!)   The aroma of this soup takes me back to summer and the…

Southwestern Turkey Chili

Reinvent leftover turkey with this soul-warming chili that’s packed with filling protein, colorful veggies, and flavorful spices. No turkey? Use chicken instead.   I love a tomatoey chili, but I don’t miss the tomatoes in this flavorful soup! When chili is made with shredded chicken or turkey, white beans, and broth–and no tomatoes–it is often…

Pizza Chicken

The flavor of pizza adds excitement to this family friendly chicken dinner – and just like regular pizza, you can choose your toppings!    If you’ve been following this blog for a little while, you are likely familiar with Grace and Evie. They are my much-loved nieces and have spent many hours in my kitchen,…

Parchment Packet Chicken

This zero-cleanup technique delivers tender, juicy chicken and is perfect on its own yet especially helpful for all those recipes calling for precooked chicken. Works with one chicken breast or many and offers endless flexibility with flavors.   Welcome to another edition of Fountain Avenue kids! Joey is in the house today, and this spunky…

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