Can I Have Thirds? – 17 Chicken Recipes Your Family Will Fight Over

Ever find a dish so good you want thirds? These 17 chicken recipes are sure to have everyone asking for more. Perfect for any night of the week, each recipe promises to deliver satisfaction and make dinner a hit every time. Get ready for some delicious meals that will quickly become family favorites.

Chicken Marsala Meatballs in a black dish.
Chicken Marsala Meatballs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Chicken Tinga

Chicken tinga in a blue bowl.
Chicken Tinga. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

If you’re after a bit of spice and everything nice, Chicken Tinga will be your go-to. Everyone at the table will be fighting over seconds before you’ve even had a chance to sit down. It’s packed full of flavor that’s bound to have everyone asking when it’ll make a comeback. Just be warned, it might become a weekly request.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tinga

Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu

Air Fryer chicken cordon bleu on a plate.
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu makes fancy dining at home an easy reality. With a crunch that satisfies and flavors that meld perfectly together, your family will be asking when it’s on the menu again. It’s perfect for those nights you want to impress without the stress. And yes, everyone will be asking for thirds.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu

Chicken Paprikash

Three pieces of chicken smothered in a creamy, orange-hued sauce topped with chopped herbs, served on a white rectangular plate.
Chicken Paprikash. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

You haven’t had comfort food till you’ve tried Chicken Paprikash. It wraps you up in warmth and has everyone reaching for more. The fight for thirds is real with a dish as comforting as this one. With a dish that is so inviting, you might just need a bigger pot.
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Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts

Chicken Salad with Walnuts and Cranberries in a bowl.
Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Lunchtime gets a serious upgrade with Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts. It’s the perfect mix of crunchy and sweet, with everyone at the table wanting more. You’ll find yourself making it not just for the taste, but for the peace it brings to your busy day. Be prepared to share the recipe; everyone will ask.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts

Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich

2 Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwiches on a black plate.
Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

For those days when only a sandwich will do, Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich takes center stage. It’s a mouthful of joy with every bite, and suddenly, everyone’s in the kitchen waiting for their turn. It’s the sort of meal that makes everyone linger around the table longer. Going for thirds isn’t just suggested; it’s a given.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich

Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken in a bowl with a bowl of rice in the background.
Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

If you’ve ever daydreamed about nailing that restaurant-quality Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken at home, here’s your chance. With just the right amount of kick, it’ll have everyone around the table buzzing with excitement. Good luck trying to keep up with the demand for seconds, let alone thirds. It’s that one dish that’ll make you the takeout hero, minus the takeout.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken

Chicken Piccata

Two chicken piccata on a white plate with parsley and lemon wedges.
Chicken Piccata. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Light, bright, and oh-so-satisfying, Chicken Piccata brings a burst of flavor to dinner time. Once it hits the table, it’s every person for themselves. Getting your hands on seconds is a challenge; thirds are a triumph. It’s the dish you didn’t know your weeknights were missing.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Piccata

Copycat Alice Spring’s Chicken

Close-up of a hand holding a fork with a bite of copycat Alice spring chicken.
Copycat Alice Spring’s Chicken. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Nailing Copycat Alice Spring’s Chicken means you’re in for a treat that melds flavors in a way that’s hard to forget. It’s always a hit, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. You’ll find an empty platter before you even have a chance to grab seconds for yourself. It’s like bringing your favorite restaurant home, with everyone asking “How did you make this?”
Get the Recipe: Copycat Alice Spring’s Chicken

Sheet Pan Lemon-Rosemary Chicken

A platter of sheet pan lemon-rosemary chicken with lemon slices, herbs, and garnished with cherry tomatoes.
Sheet Pan Lemon-Rosemary Chicken. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

If you’re all about less mess and more taste, Sheet Pan Lemon-Rosemary Chicken is calling your name. It’s a battle of forks and knives over who gets the last piece. The beautiful blend of lemon and rosemary means it disappears from the sheet pan faster than you can say “Dinner’s ready.” With a dish this good, you’ll want to make extra.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Lemon-Rosemary Chicken

Chinese Chicken Salad

A bowl of Chinese chicken salad with shredded chicken, snap peas, carrots, and peppers, accompanied by a bottle of dressing on the side.
Chinese Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Got a craving for something light but flavorful? Chinese Chicken Salad will have you and yours fighting over the last bites. It’s a fresh twist on a salad that actually gets everyone excited. And when the bowl’s almost empty, you’ll catch everyone eyeing it, calculating if they can manage just a bit more.
Get the Recipe: Chinese Chicken Salad

Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplins

Two bowls of Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplins.
Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplins. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Bringing the soul-warming comfort of Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplins into your home is a surefire win. It’s like nostalgia in a bowl, making even the pickiest eaters come back for more. There’s something about those dumplings that makes everyone want just “one more serving.” Suddenly, you’re the family hero, serving up comfort by the spoonful.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplins

Mexican Slow Roasted Chicken

Mexican Slow Roasted Chicken served on a white plate.
Mexican Slow Roasted Chicken. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

When you slow-roast chicken with a Mexican twist, magic happens. Mexican Slow Roasted Chicken fills your home with an aroma that gets everyone’s stomach rumbling. Watching it disappear from the serving dish is the true magic trick, though. Don’t be surprised if you catch someone licking their fingers – it’s that good.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Slow Roasted Chicken

Copycat Carrabba’s Mama Mandola’s Sicilian Chicken Soup

Two bowls of Copycat Carrabba's Mama Mandola's Sicilian Chicken Soup, accompanied by two spoons, a black pepper grinder, and a napkin.
Copycat Carrabba’s Mama Mandola’s Sicilian Chicken Soup. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Imagine a chilly day made better with a bowl of Copycat Carrabba’s Mama Mandola’s Sicilian Chicken Soup. It’s a hug in a bowl, ensuring nobody leaves the table without feeling warm inside. The battle for who gets the last scoop from the pot is always fierce. It’s that one recipe you’ll be asked to make again and again, especially when the weather turns gray.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Carrabba’s Mama Mandola’s Sicilian Chicken Soup

4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken

4 ingredient slow cooker chicken on a black platter.
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Sometimes simplicity wins the race, and with 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken, it’s a guaranteed gold medal. It’s proof that a few ingredients can go a long way in the taste department. Watching the family come back for thirds will become a familiar sight. It’s the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it dish that frees up your evening for everything else.
Get the Recipe: 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken

Copycat Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Bowl

A plate of Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Bowl.
Copycat Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Bowl. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Ever wondered if you could whip up something like this Copycat Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Bowl at home? Congratulations, because it turns out, you absolutely can. With everyone scooping for more, it might just become your go-to meal for gatherings. Be prepared to share the recipe because, after one bite, the requests will start pouring in.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Taco Bell Cantina Chicken Bowl

Chicken Al Pastor Quesadillas

Al pastor chicken quesadillas pulled apart.
Chicken Al Pastor Quesadillas. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Spice up your quesadilla game with some Chicken Al Pastor Quesadillas and watch them vanish before your very eyes. The melding of flavors inside those tortillas is nothing short of a fiesta. Be ready to start taking orders, because everyone will want their custom twist. Just when you thought dinner couldn’t get more exciting, these come along and prove you wrong.
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Chicken Marsala Meatballs

Chicken Marsala Meatballs in a black dish.
Chicken Marsala Meatballs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Turning Chicken Marsala into meatball form? Genius. Chicken Marsala Meatballs take the classic comfort dish and spin it into something bite-sized and utterly irresistible. The scramble for seconds is real, so keep that in mind and maybe make a double batch. Between the rich flavors and the fun form factor, it’s a hit no matter the day of the week.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Marsala Meatballs

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