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Winner winner, chicken dinner! Or shall I say, winner, winner, comforting chicken meal preps for dinner?<\/p>\n

If there\u2019s one thing I hear all the time, it\u2019s \u201cGive me more chicken recipes!\u201d<\/strong> And I get it\u2014chicken is the go-to protein for so many people. It\u2019s affordable (especially if you go for bone-in cuts or thighs), easy to cook, and works with almost any flavor profile.<\/p>\n

Whenever I\u2019m stuck on what to make, chicken is usually the answer. It\u2019s reliable, it\u2019s tasty, and let\u2019s be honest\u2014it\u2019s hard to mess up.<\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re looking to switch up your chicken meal preps<\/strong> or just want a solid, comforting classic, I\u2019ve got you covered. These recipes are easy to prep, reheat well, and won\u2019t have you spending hours in the kitchen.<\/a><\/p>\n

And remember, even if a recipe calls for a specific cut\u2014white meat, dark meat, boneless, bone-in\u2014you can almost always swap it out for whatever you have on hand. Just keep it simple and make it work for you.<\/p>\n

I LOVE fried rice. It\u2019s a great way to use up leftover rice but you can make it with fresh or previously cooked rice. Throw in some chicken, and a classic combo of carrots, peas, corn and green beans and you\u2019ve got an easy to make, easy to reheat comforting chicken meal prep.<\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/strong> Did you know you could FREEZE leftover rice? Try this the next time you have some in the fridge. You can defrost in the fridge overnight, the microwave, or in a pan. Let frozen rice come to room temp on a sheet pan and it\u2019ll be ready to roll in a dish like this!<\/p>\n

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Skip the takeout! Make this awesome recipe at home, fast! I also love how few ingredients it requires; chicken, rice and some veg! Adjust the heat by adding more or less Sriracha. Double the sauce if you like it saucy or want to keep some of it on hand in the fridge. Future you will thank you!<\/p>\n

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Ahh, there are so many good chicken recipes out there, but this one is an absolute favorite. I love the name of this dish, but I love the simplicity even more\u2014it\u2019s basically a modern, low-effort casserole that delivers big on comfort.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s called No-Peek Chicken for a reason: once you cover it with foil and pop it in the oven, you set it and forget it. No stirring, no checking\u2014just let it do its thing. And yes, it does call for a can of cream of mushroom soup (trust me on this one).<\/p>\n

Pair it with a big green salad for some balance, and if you\u2019re feeling adventurous, I\u2019m pretty sure this would work in a slow cooker too. Might be worth a test run!<\/p>\n

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Related: <\/strong>Ultimate Guide to Cook Chicken Breast<\/a><\/p>\n

Oh, chicken noodle soup is easy and beloved. And so healing. And freezes well! What isn\u2019t to love? You can poach the chicken, use leftover chicken, buy a rotisserie from the grocery store\u2014any of that works well. This might be the ultimate comforting chicken meal prep. <\/p>\n

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This chicken recipe is said to be so delicious as to inspire proposals. I can\u2019t vouch for its accuracy, but it is one of those viral faves that surprised even me. Combine chicken breasts, herbs, a creamy sauce, some sun-dried tomatoes and boom. It\u2019s an instant classic. Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or another short grain (orzo would be good, too!). Just be prepared for the potential consequences.<\/p>\n

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What\u2019s your chicken dinner comfort food fave? How do you like to reuse chicken leftovers for other meals? What are you go-to moves with this beloved ingredient? Let me know in the comments below.<\/p>\n

More Chicken Dinners to Love!<\/h2>\n

Recipe Round-ups I Recommend:<\/h2>\n
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