20 Five-Ingredient Chicken Recipes

We promise you that ditching rotisserie chicken is worth it. This whole roasted chicken is packed with vibrant flavors that pre-cooked chicken lacks. Don’t worry, this recipe is still super easy to make and can be made with just a few ingredients.

We’re not lying when we say you only need 5 additional ingredients for this chicken recipe. You can probably find most of them in your pantry. Serve them with Brussels sprouts, a fresh salad, or lemon pasta.

Grab some pantry veggies and some chicken cutlets for a seriously impressive meal. You’ll wish you’d found this recipe sooner.

You won’t need a deep fryer for this recipe, as oven-fried chicken is just as good. Panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese provide a crispy coating for the chicken. Serve with a slice of lemon and a fresh salad.

This recipe uses the weight of a cast iron skillet filled with potatoes to push the chicken flat against the hot grill grates. This cuts the cooking time in half and brings out the flavor in the perfectly browned, crispy skin.

Swap out your usual ground beef tacos for these chipotle chicken tacos that are even more delicious but just as easy to make.

You’ll want to save this recipe for your next tailgate or family party. They’re the perfect combination of saucy and crunchy. You may need to double the quantity because these wings disappear quickly.

You can save the leftover sauce from the pan to use for mashed potatoes or for crusty bread. This is a great recipe to try if this is your first time braising.

Step aside and let the slow cooker do most of the work. All you have to do is season the chicken and cook the rice.

Chicken thighs are very low-effort and make the perfect weeknight dinner when paired with a variety of side dishes. Try them with our roasted fingerling potatoes, coleslaw, or potato salad.

This chicken is delicious when served over couscous or accompanied by a bright green salad and a glass of white wine.

Next time you’re thinking of ordering pizza, try this recipe instead. It only requires 5 ingredients and will be ready faster than most delivery options.

Buttermilk is the secret to the perfect, crispy fried chicken everyone knows and loves.

Here’s a warm and comforting casserole that can be made any day of the week. Finish this chicken recipe by serving it with rice and a green salad.

Use your pantry staples with this chicken and get a little taste of the South. Simply toss your ingredients in the slow cooker and serve with mashed potatoes or rice.

This recipe couldn’t be simpler and is sure to warm you up on a chilly night. Top it with cheese, cilantro, avocado, or sour cream.

With nutritious ingredients like lemon, peas, chicken and celery, this soup is a great remedy when you’re feeling under the weather. Serve it with a piece of warm crusty bread for extra comfort.

This may not be the quickest recipe, but it’s certainly simple. Grab your favorite barbecue sauce and a few common spices to make this versatile BBQ chicken. Save this recipe for your next backyard party or tailgating. Leftovers can be shredded and used in macaroni and cheese or on a loaded baked potato.

Your family will thank you after making this recipe. Crispy and tender with a slight spicy touch, what’s not to love?

Jazz up your chicken salad recipe by adding a touch of curry powder and a pinch of coriander. You won’t regret it.