12 Genius Ground Chicken Dinners That Taste Way Fancier Than They Are
Ground chicken is the unsung hero of weeknight cooking—affordable, versatile, and surprisingly flavorful when used right. In this list, we’re taking it up a notch with 12 genius ground chicken dinners that look and taste like they came from a fancy restaurant, but are actually easy enough for a Tuesday night. From saucy skillet meals to bold global flavors, these recipes are anything but basic. Get ready to impress your taste buds (and maybe even your guests) without breaking a sweat.
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs with Gnocchi

If you want a warm and cozy dinner that tastes fantastic, this recipe for Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs with Gnocchi is the perfect weeknight dinner! Pop it in the slow cooker a few hours before dinner and have a comforting and delicious meal ready to go after work!
Chicken Tinga Empanadas
Chicken Tinga Empanadas are flaky, golden brown hand pies stuffed with smoky shredded chicken. The perfect Mexican appetizers for game day or your next Taco Tuesday party.
Chicken Pizza Crust – Only 3 Ingredients!
This chicken crust pizza is really easy to make and only requires 3 simple ingredients plus toppings. You will love the delicious flavor and it can be picked up just like a traditional pizza crust! The best part is the entire crust is only 2 net carbs. It’s the perfect keto dinner for pizza night!
Thai Chicken Larb Recipe
An easy and healthy Thai salad made with ground chicken, lime juice and fresh herb served with lots of fresh veggies. Larb is made in a single skillet and in about 20 minutes. It is perfect served as a salad, appetizer or as a main dish with a side of sticky rice!
Fajita Burger Wrap
Everything you love about fajitas in burger form and also everything you love about a burger wrapped up in a tortilla. This Fajita Burger Wrap is filled with juicy ground chicken, plenty of bright and fresh vegetables, cotija cheese and all of the fajita toppings. Plus, it comes together in just 15 minutes!
Spaghetti Squash Taco Boats
Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats are stuffed with ground chicken, diced tomatoes, avocado, and lots of cheese! They have tons of flavor and are so easy to make.
Ground Chicken Rice Bowl
This Ground Chicken Rice Bowl is a healthy and flavorful dinner! It’s made with cabbage sauteed in an Asian sauce and served over rice.
Ground Chicken Nuggets with Herbs
Juicy and flavore-packed, homemade ground chicken nuggets, that are then golden fried in a skillet.
Cabbage Ground Chicken Stir Fry
A quick and flavorful cabbage and ground chicken stir-fry packed with savory goodness. Perfect for busy nights.
Asian Ground Chicken Noodles
Asian Ground Chicken Noodles is an easy, one pan, twenty minute dinner! A flavor packed ground chicken recipe, loaded with flavor using simple ingredients!
Easy Ground Chicken Bolognese
This easy Chicken Bolognese is a light, healthy twist on the classic Italian sauce. Made with lean ground chicken and simmered to perfection, it’s a quick, flavorful dinner perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
The Juiciest Ground Chicken Burgers
These Ground Chicken Burgers are made with fresh simple ingredients and are packed with so much flavor. Made in just 25 minutes, these juicy burgers can be tailored and customized so the whole family will enjoy eating them!