Chicken Recipes
– Easy and Quick Dishes with Chicken
…Chicken is one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen. It’s light, rich in protein, and absorbs spices particularly well. Whether from the pan, the oven, or the wok – countless dishes can be conjured up with chicken, from quick everyday recipes to international classics. On this page, you’ll find my best chicken recipes: easy dishes for every day, aromatic Asian cuisine, creamy pan-fried dishes, and hearty oven dishes. Many recipes are quick to prepare and perfect for an uncomplicated lunch or dinner.
Why Chicken is So Popular
Chicken meat is not only versatile in taste but also nutritionally interesting.
Chicken provides high-quality protein, important B vitamins, and is relatively low in fat compared to many other types of meat. At the same time, it suits almost all cuisines worldwide: Mediterranean, Asian, American, or classic Austrian.
Popular Chicken Recipes on LetsDoCooking
Here you’ll find a selection of my chicken dishes:
Asian Turmeric Chicken Style with Jasmine Rice
An aromatic Asian chicken dish with turmeric, spices, and a savory sauce. Perfect for fans of Asian cuisine.
Chicken strips in pumpkin coating with ciabatta slices, wasabi mayo, and tomato-onion salad
Crispy chicken strips in a pumpkin coating meet fresh ciabatta and a spicy wasabi mayonnaise. An exciting dish with many textures and flavors.
Stuffed Chicken Breast Low Carb
This stuffed chicken breast is the perfect low-carb dinner for anyone eating consciously, building muscle, or simply looking for a light yet satisfying dish.
More low-carb recipes for your fitness kitchen
If you follow a low-carb and high-protein diet, you’ll find even more suitable dishes on my blog:
👉 Beef Steak with Green Asparagus & Baked Mushrooms – ideal as a high-protein dinner after training.
👉 Smoked salmon cucumber rolls – light, high in protein, and perfect as a low-carb snack or appetizer.
👉 Asparagus cheese chicken – creamy, hearty, and optimal for a low-carb diet.
👉 Carrot wraps with gyros – filling, fitness-friendly, and high protein.
👉 Big Mac Roll (Low Carb version) – tastes like fast food, but made fitness-friendly.
Tips for Perfectly Tender Chicken
A few simple rules help keep chicken juicy.
Don’t overcook
Chicken breast dries out quickly. It’s better to sear it briefly and hot.
Marinating adds flavor
Soy sauce, lemon juice, or yogurt make meat particularly tender.
Let it rest
Let it rest briefly after cooking so the juices redistribute.
International Chicken Cuisine
Chicken is an important component of many cuisines worldwide:
Asian Cuisine
Soy sauce, ginger, garlic, chili, and sesame oil provide intense flavors.
Mediterranean Cuisine
Olive oil, tomatoes, rosemary, and lemons give the chicken a fresh note.
American Cuisine
BBQ sauces, marinades, and crispy preparation are typical here.
Chicken Recipes
Chicken is one of the most versatile foods in the kitchen. Whether Asian, pan-fried, as a wrap, or an oven dish – chicken meat pairs well with countless spices and cuisines worldwide. In this category, you’ll find my best chicken recipes, from quick everyday dishes to special recipe ideas.
Many dishes are quick to prepare and perfect for an uncomplicated lunch or dinner.
Asian Chicken Recipes
Asian cuisine brings a lot of flavor to chicken dishes. Ingredients like soy sauce, ginger, chili, or turmeric provide intense taste notes.
Even with chicken, particularly versatile dishes are created here – from spicy rice dishes to Asian noodle stir-fries.
My Asian-inspired recipes include:
Asian Turmeric Chicken with Jasmine Rice
A spicy chicken dish with turmeric and aromatic spices. Served with fluffy jasmine rice, it creates a light yet satisfying dish with an Asian flair.
Asian Adzuki Bean Noodles with Beef (also possible with chicken)
Hearty Asian noodles with vegetables and a savory sauce. The adzuki bean noodles provide a special texture and can be prepared excellently with chicken strips instead of beef.
If you love the flavors of Asian cuisine, you’ll find many more dishes with noodles, rice, vegetables, and intense spices in my Asian Recipes category.
👉 Click here for my Asian Recipes
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Which chicken parts are best for cooking?
Chicken breast is particularly lean and quick to prepare. Chicken thighs are juicier and well-suited for oven dishes. For pan-fried dishes and wraps, chicken strips or diced chicken breast are often used.
How long should chicken be pan-fried?
Small chicken pieces usually need 6 to 10 minutes in the pan. Larger pieces or stuffed chicken breast require a bit longer depending on thickness. It’s important that the meat is no longer pink inside.
How do you know when chicken is cooked through?
Chicken is cooked through when the meat is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear. If in doubt, a kitchen thermometer helps: the core temperature should reach at least 75 degrees Celsius.
Can you prepare chicken in advance?
Yes, chicken can be prepared very well in advance. Marinating overnight in the refrigerator adds more flavor. Cooked chicken dishes can often be reheated well or used for meal prep.
What side dishes go well with chicken?
Rice, pasta, roasted vegetables, salads, potatoes, bread, or wraps pair particularly well with chicken. Depending on the recipe, Asian noodles, pumpkin dishes, or vegetable stir-fries also harmonize very well.
What chicken recipes are available on LetsDoCooking?
On LetsDoCooking, you’ll find, among others, Asian Turmeric Chicken with Jasmine Rice, Chicken Pumpkin Cheese Skillet, Chicken Strips in Pumpkin Coating with Ciabatta Slices, Wasabi Mayo and Tomato-Onion Salad, Spring Chicken Wrap, as well as Stuffed Low-Carb Chicken Breast with Vegetables and Chili, and many more.
Looking for new inspiration in your timeline?
👉 Follow @letsdocooking – there you’ll find regular new recipes, ideas, and creative serving tips.
“All usage rights belong exclusively to Letsdocooking® and must be approved in writing. Reproductions (copies, screenshots, etc.) are PROHIBITED as they constitute a copyright infringement.”
