42 Best Fall Chicken Recipes for a Warm, Comforting Meal
Try casseroles, soups, pastas, and more.
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Having chicken for dinner is a year-round favorite for most families, because it's so easy to whip together. But when the weather starts to get chilly, it can be especially comforting. Whether it’s a chicken casserole or a platter of game day wings, these fall chicken recipes are sure to hit the spot. You can choose from easy weeknight dinners like quick bacon-wrapped chicken and creamy chicken chili, or opt for a holiday-worthy dish like a whole roasted chicken.
There are so many fall-inspired dishes to choose from. You'll find chicken seasoned with warming spices like cinnamon and smoked paprika, curried chicken, and a skillet chicken served with fall harvest veggies. There are even some leftover rotisserie chicken recipes for those busy weeknights, plus some slow cooker chicken recipes that you can just set and forget until you're ready to eat. These ideas will make dinnertime easy, with some recipes coming together in just 30 minutes. There are also some chicken pasta recipes for those who want to up the comfort level even more!
Of course, this list of fall chicken recipes wouldn’t be complete without a few buffalo chicken ideas to choose from—it is tailgate season, after all. Check out the buffalo chicken sloppy joes or Ree Drummond's buffalo chicken pasta for any night of the week. No matter what you choose, make sure to serve your chicken with some seasonal fall sides—sweet potato fries or flavorful fall salads, anyone?
Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Busy fall schedules call for low-effort meals. Here, tender, juicy chicken cooks right alongside baby potatoes and carrots for a full meal in one appliance.
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King Ranch Chicken
Combine shredded chicken and layers of tortillas with a zesty, creamy sauce and plenty of melty cheese in a casserole dish. Now isn't that what you want to dig into for dinner?
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Pull-Apart Chicken Parm Sliders
Chicken parm doesn't have to be difficult! Use frozen chicken nuggets and jarred pasta sauce to get this on the table in a fraction of the time. Plus, everyone can just grab and go.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks
Another easy slow cooker chicken recipe is making juicy drumsticks. They soy and honey sauce becomes sticky-sweet perfection when simmered low and slow.
Marry Me Chicken
With a name like that, who can refuse? Chicken breasts stay nice and moist when nestled under a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. Even better? It's done in just a half hour.
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Chicken Stroganoff
Try this twist on classic beef stroganoff! It has the same creamy mushroom sauce, but uses chicken thighs instead. Serve over egg noodles, rice, or a pile of mashed potatoes.
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Ranch Chicken
Is there anything ranch seasoning mix can't do? You'll find it in both the crispy, golden brown chicken coating and the the creamy herb sauce poured over the top.
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Sheet Pan Chicken with Butternut Squash and Cauliflower
Juicy bone-in chicken thighs are cooked side by side with seasonal squash and cauliflower, all sprinkled with warm spices like cumin and coriander for an easy weeknight fall meal.
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Chicken Stew
Those increasingly colder nights call for a bowl of comfort! This old-fashioned recipe is full of carrots, potatoes, parsnips, and shredded chicken with a creamy broth to warm you right up.
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Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Want creamy, cheesy enchiladas with less work? Instead of rolling each tortilla up full of filling, just layer everything in a big casserole dish like lasagna. You can even use rotisserie chicken to speed up the process.
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Chicken and Broccoli
Skip the takeout and make stir-fry yourself! The secret is blanching the broccoli quickly before tossing it in the skillet so you aren't left with mushy vegetables or overcooked chicken.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo
This recipe has everything you want for dinner: a smooth cheese sauce, perfectly cooked pasta, and tender chicken. But it's almost completely hands-off, thanks to your trusty slow cooker.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu
Bring some old-school nostalgia to your dinner table with this classic chicken recipe stuffed with ham and cheese. Serve with a salad or a side of mashed potatoes!
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Chicken Pot Pie Soup
This recipe is everything you love about classic chicken pot pie but in soup form. It even has cheesy pie crust dippers that you can make with store-bought dough.
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Nashville Hot Chicken
If you want something even spicier than buffalo chicken for your game day dinner, try making your own Nashville-style hot chicken instead. It really brings the heat!
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Buffalo Chicken Pasta
This recipe combines two of Ree's favorite things: pasta and buffalo chicken! It's creamy, spicy, and perfect for your next football watching party.
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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
Everyone knows that creamy chicken and dumplings is a comfort food favorite, but did you know that the dish can be an easy hands-off recipe, too? This one uses canned biscuits for the dumplings and a slow cooker in place of a simmering pot.
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Broccoli Chicken Casserole
Is there anything more comforting than the combination of broccoli and melty cheese? Add chicken, rice, and buttery crackers for an easy one-dish meal.
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Honey Mustard Chicken
With ingredients like tangy honey-mustard, apple cider vinegar, and fragrant rosemary, it's no wonder this chicken recipe is loaded with flavor. You can cook them on the grill or on the stovetop when the weather gets chilly.
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Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes
Combine two game day favorites into one easy meal that's sure to be a winner. Spicy buffalo sauce makes ground chicken so much more flavorful! Add ranch or blue cheese dressing for extra cooling tang on top.
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