Chicken Recipes For Home Cooks Who Enjoy Great Tasting Chicken

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Hey there, fellow chicken eating enthusiasts! Welcome to our cozy corner of the internet where we celebrate all things chicken. From the classic comfort of baked chicken to the soul-warming goodness of chicken and dumplings, we've got you covered. Craving something light? Our chicken salad recipes are a hit. Need to warm up on a chilly day? Dive into our hearty chicken soups. And let's not forget the BBQ lovers—our grilled chicken recipes are finger-licking good!

But wait, there's more! Ever wondered why your fried chicken doesn't have that perfect crunch or why your smothered chicken lacks that restaurant-quality flavor? Well, you're in luck! We're not just about sharing recipes, we're also here to spill some insider secrets and pro tips to elevate your chicken game to the next level. Trust us when we say these popular chicken recipes are game-changers you won't want to miss out on.

So, are you ready to embark on a culinary journey that promises to be a feast for your senses? If you're nodding your head 'yes,' then you're in the right place. The recipes we've curated for you are not just delicious; they're show-stoppers that will have your family and friends scraping their plates and asking for seconds.

Let's get cooking, shall we?

Our Favorite Recipes

What's The Secret to Cooking Perfect Fried Chicken?

Fried chicken is a classic southern dish that can be enjoyed by everyone! However, getting the perfect fried chicken requires a few tricks in the kitchen. Here are some tips for achieving perfectly cooked fried chicken every time:

• Use the right temperature – Be sure to set the oil temperature correctly - otherwise, you’ll end up with either dry and overcooked or soggy and undercooked chicken. A good rule of thumb is 375 degrees Fahrenheit for deep-frying and 325 degrees Fahrenheit for shallow frying.

• Season properly – Add flavor to your fried chicken by seasoning it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika or any other seasonings you like. Always use fresh ingredients and spices when possible.

• Cook evenly – Make sure the heat is evenly distributed in order to ensure all pieces of chicken are cooked through. Move the pieces around while they cook if necessary.

By following these steps, you can bring out all of the delicious flavors that make fried chicken such a popular dish - no matter where you live!

Everybody loves chicken right?

Well, mostly everyone excluding vegetarians and people who dislike chicken for whatever reason.  However for the most part, chicken is enjoyed by all, especially by us southerners.  Most people like their chicken fried, some like their chicken smothered, while others prefer baked chicken.

Let me stop talking, since I know you're really here to print off some of our free recipes. So, now its time for you to enjoy some chicken.  Please stroll down to the bottom of this page for your insider secrets and tips to cooking the best chicken meals.

Recipes Featuring Fried Chicken 

Smothered Chicken
This recipe for smothered chicken with brown gravy is a southern favorite. As a serving suggestion serve your smothered chicken over white rice with vegetables on the side and corn bread or biscuits. The most popular of all recipes for southern fried chicken.

Garlic Fried Chicken Breast
A great tasting garlic fried chicken breast recipe. This is my favorite chicken breast recipe.

Southern Fried Chicken
Are you tired of tough crispy fried chicken? If so, try this recipe for southern fried chicken and cook chicken that melts in your mouth.

Deep Fried Chicken
Southern deep fried chicken has never tasted better with this crispy, crunchy and easy chicken recipe. This chicken is packed with flavor and stays crispy. Crunch on a piece of this juicy chicken today.

Country Fried Chicken Gizzards
Learn how to cook up some great tasting fried chicken gizzards with this quick and easy recipe.

Basic Fried Chicken
Creating southern fried chicken is easy as 1, 2, 3, with this simple recipe for fried chicken. I like to call this recipe the beginners special for new cooks.

Fried Chicken Breast
This very quick and easy 3 step chicken breast recipe cooks up in under 20 minutes, producing some great tasting, delicious, mouth-watering chicken.

Smoked Whole Chicken

Try this simple and easy recipe for smoked whole chicken for the best juicy chicken you will ever taste

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings

A quick and easy recipe for the best tasty crispy fried chicken wings ever.


Barbecue Chicken

Oven Barbeque Chicken
This quick and easy 3 step teriyaki chicken wings recipe cooks up in about 20 minutes. Requires you marinade wings overnight.

BBQ Chicken Breast
You must try our never fail bbq chicken breast recipe for grilled chicken that's juicy inside and caramelized outside.

Grilled Barbecue Chicken Wings
A very simple and easy way to prepare lip smacking barbecued chicken wings, some say the best you'll ever taste.


Baked Chicken Recipes

Baked Buffalo Wings 

This baked buffalo wings recipe is by far the favorite and most requested baked chicken wings recipe we have on the website.

Chicken Pot Pie
This chicken pot pie recipe is easy to prepare and delicious. Made from scratch using Bisquick, mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, bite size chicken pieces, milk and eggs.

Moist and Juicy Oven Baked Chicken
An easy recipe for oven baked chicken - creating crisp, crunchy and spicy oven baked chicken is simple with this recipe.

Crispy and Crunchy Oven Fried Chicken
Experience the taste of crispy and crunchy oven fried chicken with this quick and easy recipe.

Baked Teriyaki Chicken Wings 

Ready to try this quick and easy recipe for oven baked teriyaki chicken wings recipe?

Stuffed Cornish Hen
This stuffed cornish hen recipe works well for thanksgiving, sunday dinner and any other special occasion.

Baked Chicken and Biscuit
This quick and easy baked chicken and biscuit recipe cooks up in about 35 minutes, with only 10 minutes of preparation time.

Teriyaki Chicken Wings
This quick and easy 3 step teriyaki chicken wings recipe cooks up in about 20 minutes. Requires you marinade wings overnight.

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Chicken and Dumplings Recipes

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Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
You must try this old fashioned chicken and dumplings recipe. Learn to cook from scratch with this easy to follow chicken recipe.

Stewed Chicken with Drop Dumplings

For a hearty chicken dinner, try this very simple, easy to prepare stewed chicken recipe with drop dumplings.


Grilled Chicken

Grilled Chicken
A delicious California style grilled chicken recipe featuring, gilled chicken breast, sliced avocado, hickory smoked bacon, Bibb lettuce, tomato and onions on a toasted brioche bun.

Blackened Chicken Breast
The best tasting blackened chicken breast recipe. Chicken breasts are fully seasoned and then pan fried in butter.

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Grilled chicken has never tasted better, after preparing this sweet and sour chicken recipe. The sweet and sour sauce has a fantastic taste.

Chicken Wings
A tasty grilled chicken wings recipe for your outdoor cookout. If you're going to fire up the barbecue grill, this recipe is a must.

Chicken Kabobs
This grilled chicken kabobs recipe will work wonders, improving your summer barbecue event.

Grilled Chicken Breast
A simple and easy grilled chicken breast recipe that produces unbelievably moist and juicy grilled chicken.


Before you leave, we should discuss our secrets and tips for preparing fried chicken since it's the most popular recipe. There are three keys to making the best fried chicken.

  • Selecting the right bird
  • Using fresh ingredients
  • And cooking with a heavy bottom cast iron pan

The tried and true method of seasoning chicken with salt and pepper produces the most mouthwatering meal.

Other topics of interest include: How Long to Grill Chicken and Fried Chicken Dinner.

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