12 Genius Chicken Recipes with 5 Ingredients or Less—So Simple, So Good!
Who knew making a delicious chicken dinner could be this easy? These 12 genius recipes require just five ingredients or less, proving that simple cooking can still be packed with flavor. From juicy baked chicken to creamy chicken, these dishes are perfect for busy nights. Get ready to whip up effortless, mouthwatering meals with minimal effort!
Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers

These Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers are perfect for an easy weeknight meal! They only call for 5 ingredients, are packed with flavor, and best of all, they’re low carb and healthy. Plus, they’re perfect for feeding a large crowd.
Creamy Crockpot Italian Chicken
Creamy Crockpot Italian Chicken is a dump-and-go weeknight winner where you just add everything to your slow cooker, set it on low, and dinner will be ready and waiting a few hours later! We’re talking about only 5 ingredients and less than 10 minutes of effort for tender shredded chicken in a savory, creamy sauce that will have the whole family laying claim to leftovers the next day.
Easy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks (Honey Soy)
These Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks are seasoned with a simple honey soy marinade made with only 5 ingredients, then baked until golden brown perfection. This easy chicken recipe turns boring chicken legs into a scrumptious dinner masterpiece! A crowd pleasing, kid-friendly meal!
Doritos Chicken Tenders
These Doritos Chicken Tenders will earn you a gold star from your kids. This easy dorito chicken tenders recipe requires 4 ingredients total!
Creamy Salsa Chicken
Creamy Salsa Chicken is a flavorful, quick dinner using only 3 ingredients! Creamy Salsa Chicken can be made in either a crockpot or an Instant Pot! Salsa, chicken and cream cheese is all it takes to make this easy meal!
Air Fryer Shake & Bake Chicken
This air fryer shake & bake chicken is a simple and delicious meal that is ready to eat in only 20 minutes. The chicken is coated in shake & bake breading and then perfectly cooked in the air fryer until the outside is crisp and the inside is wonderfully juicy. With just 3 ingredients and tons of flavor, it may become your new favorite way to prepare chicken!
3 Ingredient Ranch Chicken Fritters
This easy chicken fritters recipe may only requires 3 ingredients but they are packed with ranch flavor.
Pulehu Chicken
This Hawaiian-inspired Pulehu Chicken has only 4 ingredients and comes together in 30 minutes. Chicken thighs seasoned with salt, pepper, and ginger are grilled until cooked with crispy, charred edges. This recipe is perfect when you need to get tender meat from the grill to the table fast!
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos (3 Ingredients!)
These 3-Ingredient Crock Pot Chicken Tacos are so EASY and delicious, with just 5 minutes of prep. They’re an absolute lifesaver on busy nights! Enjoy them very simply, just rolled in tortillas … or create a festive taco bar featuring your family’s favorite toppings!
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken and Green Beans Served with Rice
Five ingredients, one easy grilled dinner, this Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Green Beans and Rice is sure to be a weekly addition to your simple summer meal rotation!
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
This incredibly easy Instant Pot shredded chicken only requires 4 ingredients, it’s so simple you’ll never make it any other way! The Instant Pot does all the hard work, so you can kick back and you’ll have delicious chicken in 20 minutes flat!
Grilled Mississippi Chicken
This Grilled Mississippi Chicken recipe makes the most flavorful and juicy grilled chicken ever! With just 5-ingredients, achieve the same tangy, savory flavors in a Mississippi pot roast but infused into delicious grilled chicken!