Cheap & Easy Chicken Recipes

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Chicken Noodle Soup with Dill

Chicken noodle soup is undeniably comfort food for many people (especially when they're not feeling well) and this version gets a healthful update. Whole-wheat egg noodles add fiber and nutrients and reduced-sodium chicken broth cuts the sodium. By all means use homemade chicken broth if you have it.

» Chicken Noodle Soup with Dill

Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken & Vegetables

If you can't find a bagged vegetable medley for this easy noodle bowl, choose 12 ounces of cut vegetables from your market's salad bar and create your own mix.

» Peanut Noodles with Shredded Chicken & Vegetables

Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Creamy Chive Sauce

Here's a sauce so delicious, it's missing only one thing: a little crunchy bread to dip in it. Make It a Meal: Serve with steamed asparagus or cauliflower, mashed potatoes or orzo pasta, and a glass of Vinho Verde.

» Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Creamy Chive Sauce

Chicken & Spiced Apples

The buttery apples suit these chicken breasts, which are pounded thin so they cook evenly and quickly. You could also serve this compote with any roasted meat or vegetable.

» Chicken & Spiced Apples

Sofia's Chicken Paprikash

Brilliant red paprika, the main seasoning in Hungarian cooking, gives this light version of chicken paprikash its color. Vary the heat by using hot, sweet or a combination of paprikas. Serve over whole-wheat egg noodles with a side of steamed broccoli and a cool fruit salad for dessert.

» Sofia's Chicken Paprikash

Provolone & Olive Stuffed Chicken Breasts

This is an elegant dish. Making a pocket in the chicken breast to hold the stuffing is easy, particularly if you use a good, sharp, thin-bladed knife. Browning the chicken in a skillet before baking gives it a beautiful golden color. Finishing it in the oven ensures that it cooks evenly throughout.

» Provolone & Olive Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Chicken with Honey-Orange Sauce

Here we combine raisins, cinnamon, honey and almonds with orange juice, zest, wine and broth to make a rich, savory pan sauce for chicken. There's plenty of the gorgeous sauce, so be sure to serve whole-wheat egg noodles, couscous or rice on the side.

» Chicken with Honey-Orange Sauce


Healthy Chicken Recipes for $3 or Less Per Serving

Need a tasty, new chicken recipe? Try one of these 20 healthy and delicious chicken recipes starring arguably the most versatile cut of chicken—boneless, skinless chicken breasts. By definition, boneless, skinless chicken breasts make quick dinner. Chicken takes to just about any sauce or seasoning—and with just 1 gram of saturated fat in a 3-ounce portion, chicken makes a healthy meal. You’ll save money too, because these recipes all cost $3 or less per serving. Whether you stuff, sauté or stir-fry them, we’re sure you’ll enjoy these budget chicken recipes.

Chicken Recipes Under $3 Per Serving

One of the Test Kitchen's favorites, this quick sauté pairs wine and grapes in...
Prunes, olives and capers jazz up chicken breasts in a simple dinner that's...
Chicken noodle soup is undeniably comfort food for many people (especially when they...
Here we combine raisins, cinnamon, honey and almonds with orange juice, zest, wine...
Brilliant red paprika, the main seasoning in Hungarian cooking, gives this light...

Chicken Recipes Under $2.50 Per Serving

This retro dish will please kids and adults alike.
Reduced-fat sour cream and mayo make a sumptuous, creamy dressing for a considerably...
The fresh flavors of tarragon, cilantro and lime juice enhance poached chicken...
Stuffing a chicken breast is relatively simple, but your guests need not know that....
This recipe uses the speedy cooking technique of a stir-fry, but instead of the...
A fragrant combination of tea, pineapple juice and spices comes together in a...
Homey, hearty and flavorful, this chicken stew sings with apple cider, rutabaga and...
Here is one simple technique that guarantees juicy results every time. First, pound...
Here's a sauce so delicious, it's missing only one thing: a little crunchy...

Chicken Recipes Under $2 Per Serving

This recipe coats tender chicken breasts with a buttery pecans flavored with spicy...
The buttery apples suit these chicken breasts, which are pounded thin so they cook...
The simple, sweet orange glaze for the chicken can be whipped up fast; marinating...
Making a pocket in the chicken breast to hold the stuffing is easy with a good,...
If you can't find a bagged vegetable medley for this easy noodle bowl, choose...
This is an elegant dish. Making a pocket in the chicken breast to hold the stuffing...

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