25 Chicken Recipes Perfect For Chilly Fall Nights

There’s always one thing to celebrate when summer closes up shop for the year: comfort food. From saucy butter chicken over hot rice, to lick-your-fingers-delicious fried chicken and creamy pot pie — the options (for poultry alone) are nearly endless. Find dinner inspiration in the gallery below:

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1. Skillet chicken pot pie

Photo, Erik Putz.

Summer’s gone, but at least it’s the perfect season for pot pies. This simple one-skillet recipe keeps everyone full, and the dish-duty light. Tip: We used a store-bought pie crust to save time. Get this skillet chicken pot pie recipe.

2. Braised chicken and tomato stew

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

What is braising? A classic method of cooking less-tender cuts of meat and vegetables, braising starts with a pan-sear so the food gains colour and flavour. It’s then cooked gently, covered, in barely bubbling liquid until exceedingly tender. Get this braised chicken and tomato stew recipe.

3. Better butter chicken

Better butter chicken. (Photo, Roberto Caruso.)

Ever order a curry and find pools of grease floating on it? Try it homemade: we cut way back on butter and added a secret ingredient — cashew butter! Get this better butter chicken recipe.

4. Chicken chili verde

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

This is a warming chili topped with fresh jalapenos, creamy slices of avocado and a sprinkling of freshly grated mozzarella. Get this chicken chili verde recipe.

5. Hearty chicken stew

Photo, Erik Putz.

Packed with carrots, chicken, navy beans and spinach this is a hearty — and healthy — bowl of comfort food. Get this hearty chicken stew recipe.

6. Korean fried chicken wings

Photo, Erik Putz.

Homemade KFC! Of course, we’re talking about our Korean fried chicken recipe. If you’re craving hot and spicy fried eats, why not give this international fare a try? Get this Korean fried chicken wings recipe.

7. Nutty chicken stew with squash

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Cold weather calls for hearty stews. Big chunks of veg pair with spicy grated ginger and natural peanut butter for an oh-so-satisfying bowl of winter comfort food. Get this nutty chicken stew recipe.

8. Classic roasted chicken

Photo, Erik Putz.

The secret to a delicious chicken is buying the best quality bird you can find, such as a locally raised one from a small farm. For an extra-crisp and golden skin, pat chicken dry with paper towel and leave in the fridge (unwrapped) on a baking sheet overnight. Get this classic roasted chicken recipe.

9. Chicken soup with dumplings

Surprise your taste buds with this modern take on an old classic. Just add dill and dumplings! Get this chicken soup with dumplings recipe.

10. Creamy chicken curry with crispy chickpeas

Photo, Sian Richards.

Golden roasted chicken over a rich, smooth sauce. Pair with our oven-roasted chickpeas recipe to make this main a show-stopper for entertaining. Get this creamy chicken curry with crispy chickpeas recipe.

11. Herbed chicken meatballs with spaghetti

A twist on classic spaghetti, you’ll love our variation. Try to have fresh tomatoes on hand for a rich, homemade sauce. Then, top with parmesan and enjoy! Get this herbed chicken meatballs with spaghetti recipe.

12. Chipotle roasted chicken and broccoli

Photo, Sian Richards.

The more ingredients we can bake in one dish together, the better! Our secret ingredient in this recipe? Chipotles in adobo. They’re mildly spicy smoked jalapenos; look for them in small cans in the Mexican section of the supermarket. Get this chipotle roasted chicken and broccoli recipe.

13. Chicken pot pie

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Shortcuts like rotisserie chicken and our all-purpose baking mix make a hearty pot pie an easy weeknight meal. Get this chicken pot pie recipe.

14. Crispy chicken

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Serve this delicious crispy chicken with a festive pomegranate tabbouleh and a rustic garnacha red wine. Get this crispy chicken recipe.

15. Kung Pao chicken stir fry

Photo, Erik Putz.

An all-in-one meal. This delicious soy-sherry sauce works just as well with pork or firm tofu as it does chicken. (As with all stir-fries, have all your ingredients prepped and measured before starting to cook.) Get this Kung Pao chicken stir fry recipe.

16. Lemon-garlic chicken with spinach

Photo, Sian Richards.

Skip messing up the kitchen tonight, and try a zesty, aromatic dish you can make using just one pan. Get this lemon-garlic chicken with spinach recipe.

17. Maple-cider chicken and nutty quinoa

(Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Keep it short and sweet with glazed chicken and crunchy quinoa salad, sprinkled with fresh parsley. (All in 30 minutes!) Get this maple-cider chicken and nutty quinoa recipe.

18. Gingery chicken congee

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

This simple but delicious rice porridge is a classic Asian breakfast and a test-kitchen staff favourite. It’s especially good for anyone who prefers savoury over sweet on a chilly morning. (It’s great in a thermal container on a ski trip too.) Get this gingery chicken congee recipe.

19. Finger-lickin’ Cajun chicken

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Topped with saucy tomatoes, this five-ingredient cajun chicken will have you licking your plate clean, too. Get this finger-lickin’ Cajun chicken recipe.

20. Chicken enchiladas

Chicken enchiladas

Loaded with cheese and vegetables, this family-friendly Mexican meal will have you fighting over the leftovers. Get Chicken enchiladas recipe.

21. Chicken tajine with oranges and olives

Photo, Angus Fergusson.

Tonight, serve up a comforting Moroccan meal. Best served with a side of couscous with currants. Get this chicken tajine with oranges and olives recipe.

22. Sweet and spicy faux-fried chicken

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Every element of this Southern classic is better for you. Whole wheat waffles, oven-baked chicken and a drizzle of spicy honey…what’s not to love? Get this sweet and spicy faux-fried chicken recipe.

23. Chicken and dumplings

Photo, Ryan Szulc.

While chicken thighs get golden, whip up a batch of herbed dumplings. The result? A warm and hearty family staple. (We also have a gluten-free version.) Get this chicken and dumplings recipe.

24. Herbed chicken with mint-pepper salsa

Photo, John Cullen.

This simple salsa-topped chicken livens up the weeknight with a little extra kick on the side: crisp jalapeno pan fries. Get this herbed chicken with mint-pepper salsa recipe.

25. Classic chicken noodle soup

Photo, Sian Richards.

Beat the chill with a bowl of classic chicken soup. At under 400 calories, it’s the ultimate comfort food. Get this classic chicken noodle soup recipe.

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