28 Hearty Fall Chicken Recipes To Make Now - Chatelaine (2024)

Classic Roasted Chicken

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.

Photo, Erik Putz.

Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

Summer’s gone, but at leastit’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.

Photo, Erik Putz.

Saskatoon Berry And brie Stuffed Chicken Breast Over Orzo Spinach Salad

This dish highlights the delicious flavour of the Saskatoon berry, paired perfectly with the hearty chicken and orzo spinach salad. Get this Saskatoon berry and brie stuffed chicken breast over orzo spinach salad recipe.

(Produced by Chantal Bragranza, Radiyah Chowdhury and Sun Ngo; Photography, food and prop styling: Kirsten Buck; Illustrations: Lianne Marie Leda Charlie)

Braised Chicken And Tomato Stew

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.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Butter Chicken

Try your takeout fave homemade: we cut way back on butter and added a secret ingredient—cashew butter!Get this butter chicken recipe.

Better butter chicken. (Photo, Roberto Caruso.)

Chicken Chili Verde

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.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Hearty Chicken Stew

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

Photo, Erik Putz.

Korean Fried Chicken Wings

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 these wings a try?Get this Korean fried chicken wings recipe.

Photo, Erik Putz.

Nutty Chicken Stew With Squash

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.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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.

Creamy Chicken Curry With Crispy Chickpeas

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

Photo, Sian Richards.

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.

Chipotle Roasted Chicken And Broccoli

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.

Photo, Sian Richards.

Chicken Pot Pie

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.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Chicken Mole Verde

This colourful dish features juicy chicken leg and a spicy sauce made from the perfect blend of green veggies. Get this chicken mole verde recipe.

(Photo: Erik Putz; Food styling by Ashley Denton; Prop styling by Madeleine Johari)

Middle Eastern Crispy Chicken

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

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Kung Pao Chicken Stir Fry

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.

Photo, Erik Putz.

Lemon-Garlic Chicken With Spinach

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

Photo, Sian Richards.

Maple-Cider Chicken And Nutty Quinoa

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.

(Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Gingery Chicken Congee

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.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Finger-Lickin’ Cajun Chicken

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

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Chicken Enchiladas

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

Chicken enchiladas

Chicken Tajine With Oranges And Olives

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.

Photo, Angus Fergusson.

Sweet And Spicy Faux-Fried Chicken

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 chickenrecipe.

Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Chicken And Dumplings

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.

Photo, Ryan Szulc.

Herbed Chicken With Mint-Pepper Salsa

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.

Photo, John Cullen.

Crispy Chicken Thighs Grilled Celery Orange Salad

Charred, crispy chicken thighs with a zesty salad. Get this crispy chicken thighs grilled celery orange salad recipe.

(Photo: Carmen Cheung; Produced by: Stephanie Han Kim; Food styling: Eshun Mott; Prop styling: Madeleine Johari)

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

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 souprecipe.

Photo, Sian Richards.

Chicken, Pear and Roasted Parsnip Salad

(Recipes by Irene Ngo; Produced by Stephanie Han Kim, Sun Ngo and Aimee Nish*toba; nPhotography by Erik Putz and Christie Vuong; Food styling by Ashley Denton; Prop styling by Madeleine Johari)