Chicken Recipes

When dinner needs to happen without too much fuss, these are the chicken recipes I turn to. They're quick, satisfying and just the thing for a busy weeknight.

I love a chicken tray bake because the oven does most of the work and there is only one pan to wash. Better still, all those lovely juices mingle together as everything cooks.

These are the chicken dinners that disappear quickly at our table and the ones friends ask me to make again. I hope a few become regulars in your household too!

Healthy chicken need never feel like a compromise, Dear Reader. These recipes are lighter but still have plenty of the sauces, spices and textures that make dinner worth looking forward to.

Chicken turns a salad into a proper meal and these are anything but an afterthought. Think crisp vegetables, creamy dressings, fresh herbs and plenty of crunch.

There are days when only a bowl of chicken soup will do. These range from quick midweek soups to soothing bowls made for rugging up on the sofa.

Nothing quite beats the smell of chicken roasting in the oven or sizzling on the grill. These recipes deliver juicy meat, crisp edges and lots of delicious pan juices.

Sometimes only crunchy fried chicken will hit the spot. From Korean-style sticky chicken to Japanese karaage, these are worth getting your fingers a little messy for.

Chicken wings may be small but they are very good at carrying big flavours. Make these for a party, a casual dinner or simply because you love the crispy bits as much as I do.

Cooking a whole chicken always feels generous and comforting, whether it is roasted, poached or cooked on the barbecue. And there is usually something delicious left for tomorrow's lunch.

I am a little curry obsessed, so this is a particularly happy corner of the collection. These chicken curries and stews are rich, warming and even better when there is plenty of sauce for rice.

Chicken and golden pastry are a very happy combination. These pies range from creamy family dinners to richly spiced fillings that make leftovers something to get excited about.

Some of my favourite chicken recipes come from across Asia, where soy, ginger, chilli and fragrant herbs create wonderfully distinctive dishes. There are quick stir fries here as well as slow-cooked favourites.

From rustic French roasts to comforting Italian classics, these European chicken recipes are made for lingering over. Many are simple enough for a weeknight but still feel a little special.

These recipes travel from smoky Southern kitchens to Mexico, Hawaii and beyond. Expect bold marinades, sticky glazes and the sort of chicken that demands plenty of napkins.

Warm spices, nuts, fruit and fragrant marinades make these chicken recipes especially memorable. They are generous dishes with deep flavours and stories that cross countries and cultures.