21 Chicken Recipes For Two That Will Satisfy Every Craving (2024)

Keep your dinner interesting with these unique and versatile chicken recipes for two! Everything from easy chicken skillets to skewers, lasagna, pizza, stir-fries, nachos, and more!

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The roundup of easy dinner ideas for twoI made in February forValentine’s Day got really popular on Pinterest. I guess people hate leftovers as much as I do, ha ha! Me and my hubby, we love keeping it interesting and having something new every evening. Of course, the lack of time lately makes it way more difficult but when we can, we do.

The success of the last “for two” post led me to create another one. This time it’s 21 crazy delicious chicken recipes for two! This list is packed with everything from chicken tenders to pasta, skewers, pizza, chicken skillets, lasagna, and more! Seriously, guys, this collection is so all-rounded. I tried to keep it interesting and include as much different awesome ideas as I could find.

Why chicken? It’s cheap, it’saccessible, it’s lean, it’s a type of meat almost everyoneloves. I met people who hate pork or don’t eat it for religious reasons (I’m not a fan either), people who can’t force themselves to eat lamb, people who find rabbits too cute to eat (I’m one of them) BUT I have yet to meet a person who doesn’t like chicken. Plus, you can find thousands of healthy chicken recipes online and that’s a big plus too if you want to keep your diet nutritious.

In my family, chicken and turkey are the most popular types of meat. Even though we have our differences with Igor, chicken is something we always agree on when choosing ingredients for dinner. That’s why I have over 60 chicken recipeson the blog!

To conclude: if you usually cook for you and your significant other or a friend, if you are not too keen on leftovers, and if you love chicken – this list is for you!

1. Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry

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This Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry has absolutely zero flaws. It is quick & easy to prepare, filling but light at the same time, and packed with veggies which makes it super healthy. Rice noodles perfectly complement the chicken and vegetables!

Recipe by: Yummy Addiction

2. Easy Salsa Chicken for Two

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This cheesy Salsa Chicken for Two is the easiest homemade chicken dinner ever. No cutting or measuring needed and made all in one pan!

Recipe by: Baking Mischief

3. Shredded Chicken Nachos for Two

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Shredded chicken nachos for two – this is the meal that’ll get you through game day or Tuesday and consider it a win. Top it however you like!

Recipe by: Food Fanatic

4. Chicken Scallopini With Mushroom Sauce

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5. Lemon Pesto Pasta With Grilled Chicken

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Pasta drenched ina light, zesty pesto, gooey parmesan cheese and topped with perfectly grilled chicken. Ugh! So good!

Recipe by: The Blonde Chef

6. Chicken And Broccoli Baked Rice Hong Kong Style

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Say hello to this Chicken and Broccoli Baked Rice Hong Kong style. Perfect to make for dinner for two!

Recipe by: Saucy Spatula

7. Buffalo Chicken Sliders

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Buffalo chicken sliders are so easy and perfect for game day! Spicy buffalo sauce coats shredded chicken, then it’s topped with ranch and cheese. Yum!

Recipe by: A Flavor Journal

8. Buttermilk Brined Cornish Hens

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Cornish hens cooked to tender perfection, all thanks to an extremely flavorful buttermilk brine. It’s the perfect dinner for two!

Recipe by: Homemade Hooplah

9. Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizza

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A personal size pizza with smokey grilled chicken, roasted cherry tomatoes, melting cheese, and fresh basil. The ultimate pizza night for two!

Recipe by: Joyful Healthy Eats

10. Easy Individual Chicken Pot Pies for Two

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These Individual Chicken Pot Pies are easy to make, stuffed with chicken, carrots, and celery, and topped with a delicious flaky buttermilk crust!

Recipe by: Baking Mischief

11. Pineapple Chili Chicken Skewers With Garlic Chive Dip

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Full of flavor chicken skewers served with fantastic herb yogurt sauce!

Recipe by: How Sweet It Is

12. Pomegranate Chicken With Beets & Fennel

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Sticky pomegranate chicken thighs with roasted beets and fennel, served with herb & pomegranate giant couscous!

Recipe by: The Last Food Blog

13. Chicken Karaage – Japanese Fried Chicken

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Japanese fried chicken: two bite pieces of chicken marinated in soy, ginger and garlic, tossed in potato starch and deep fried until crispy!

Recipe by: I Am A Food Blog

14. One-Skillet Chicken Enchiladas

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Easy and delicious chicken enchiladas recipe made in a single cast iron skillet for easy cleanup. Topped with a handful of Mexican cheese and guacamole!

Recipe by: Kitchen Swagger

15. Favorite Chicken Quesadillas

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Thesechicken quesadillas are quick, easy, and crazy delicious. All you have to do is simply combine chicken breast, sautéed veggies, and melty cheese – then eat!

Recipe by: A Flavor Journal

16. Lasagna Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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Lasagna Stuffed Chicken is all the flavors you love from lasagna stuffed insidea chicken breast and it’s smothered in cheesy, saucy goodness. What’s not to love?

Recipe by: The Stay At Home Chef

17. 30 Mins Chicken Fried Rice

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For those busy nights make this delicious hearty fried rice with marinated chicken and lots of veggies! Simple healthy meal in no time!

Recipe by: Naive Cook Cooks

18. Chinese Corn Soup With Chicken

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A thick, warm soup on the table in 15 minutes! This Chinese Corn Soup, also known as Egg Drop Soup, will blow your mind!

Recipe by: Recipe Tin Eats

19. Chicken Vindaloo

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Chicken Vindaloo is tangy, sweet, and hot curry with gravy. It is simple to prepare at home!

Recipe by: Rachna’s Kitchen

20. Stuffed Chicken One Sheet Meal

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A super easy, fast and tasty one sheet meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Recipe by: Slow The Cook Down

21. 15-Minute Mushroom Pancetta Gnocchi

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Creamy pillows of pasta that hint of mashed potatoes, earthy mushrooms and salty pancetta, swirled in a light and creamy sauce!

Recipe by: Home And Plate

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FAQs

What can I add to chicken to make it taste good? ›

Add a touch of spice to your chicken breast by combining paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, ginger, garlic and olive oil to create a paste. Then cover your chicken breast with the paste and pat down to secure.

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How to make chicken and rice taste better? ›

When I cook rice, I usually add a little bit of salt, butter, and parsley to give it some more flavor. Then serve with a nice baked chicken seasoned with some rosemary, salt, pepper and garlic. If you only cook chicken and rice without seasoning then your cooking will be absolutely bland.

What enhances chicken flavor? ›

For chicken, we recommend milder chiles peppers with great flavor, like our Hatch New Mexico Red Chiles, or Aleppo Pepper Flakes. Coriander – The coriander seed is sweet and citrusy, and gives chicken a bright flavor. It is found in a wide range of cuisines, from Asia to the Middle East to Latin America.

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How to make plain chicken better? ›

Marinate them.

If you're cooking chicken breasts without skin or fat, infuse them with some extra flavor and liquid to keep them tender. Choose your favorite marinade and throw them in a ziploc bag with the marinade. Marinate them overnight before grilling, baking, or searing. The difference is uncanny.

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What brings out the flavor in chicken? ›

Use a brine

Brining your chicken is a foolproof way to not only add flavour to your roast but also to ensure you don't overcook the meat. Essentially a mix of salt, sugar and water, we love adding herbs, garlic or whole spices such as fennel and cumin to flavour the brine.

What makes chicken taste the best? ›

Here are the best ways to make chicken breast taste good, every time!

Make sure your Chicken is Properly Defrosted Prior to Cooking. ...
Buy a Meat Thermometer. ...
Marinate, Marinate, Marinate! ...
Buy High Quality, Pasture Raised Chicken.

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What is the fastest way to add flavor to chicken? ›

Just sprinkling a little salt on top of your chicken right before cooking it will only season the surface. But seasoning the chicken with salt well ahead of time or brining it in a salt-water solution will draw salt deep into the meat, resulting in a very tasty piece of chicken.

What to add to chicken and rice to make it less bland? ›

My four ingredient, homemade seasoned salt is responsible for adding a ton of flavor to this recipe. It's a simple yet effective combo of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Which spice goes well with chicken? ›

5 best spice and herbs blends for chicken and meat

Paprika and garlic powder. Paprika is a great spice that makes any chicken dish stand out, it comes in many forms sweet, hot, regular and smoky. ...
Basil and rosemary. ...
Ginger and lemongrass. ...
Turmeric and chili. ...
Coriander and cumin.

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How do you get flavor to stick to chicken? ›

Drizzle a light layer of olive oil onto the chicken if you want the rub to stick better. Olive oil helps the dry rub adhere to the meat so it's less likely to fall off while you're cooking it. Put a coin-sized amount of olive oil on the chicken and spread it evenly across the sides of the chicken.

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How to cook chicken so it tastes good? ›

Preheating the cooking oil removes moisture from the meat when pan-searing, triggering the Maillard reaction for better flavor. Cooking chicken with dried herbs and spices in oil intensifies flavors as the fat-soluble compounds in the seasonings bloom.

How do chefs get chicken so tender? ›

Brines and marinades help tenderize the meat by bringing more moisture in the protein. With that extra moisture, you lose less when you cook.

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When to add seasoning to chicken? ›

Yes, you should always season your chicken before cooking when it's raw. You can even do this up to 24 hours before if you have the time. Why? Because leaving the seasoning on your chicken overnight in the fridge will help it start to trap moisture in the chicken, which will make it nice and juicy once cooked.

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How to add flavor to bland chicken? ›

Marinating not only adds flavor, but the combination of healthy fat and acid in most recipes also helps tenderize the meat. A good marinade is roughly three parts oil to one part acid, plus salt and other seasonings like spices, crushed garlic, or a little natural sugar.

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What seasonings are best for chickens? ›

The Best Herbs For Chickens To Eat

Oregano for chickens; a natural antibiotic. Oregano is one of the best herbs for chickens to eat and there's a couple reasons why. ...
Lavender for calming chickens. ...
Sage for chickens. ...
Mint to stimulate egg laying in chickens. ...
Marigold to repel bugs in your chicken coop.

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How to add flavor to already cooked chicken? ›

Just because the chicken is already cooked doesn't mean it can't benefit from a rub. Before reheating, make a custom blend of your favorite spices like paprika, cayenne, onion or garlic powder. Mix in dried herbs or a bit of sugar for beautiful caramelization, then sprinkle it evenly over the skin.

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