Food Ingredients Guide 11 Easy Ground Chicken Recipes to Make Tonight It’s never been easier to whip up a healthy weeknight dinner. By Ariel Klein Ariel Klein Instagram Ariel Klein is a freelance writer specializing in lifestyle, fashion, beauty, technology, home, cooking, and gardening topics. Her work has appeared in Real Simple, Well+Good, Travel+Leisure, Better Homes and Gardens, and Food & Wine magazine. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on December 12, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: GREG DUPREE Cooking during the week may seem like an impossible feat. After a long, busy day, grocery shopping and preparing a meal is likely the last thing you’ll want to do, especially when you can seamlessly order takeout. But there are so many benefits to cooking at home: It’s healthier, more cost-efficient, and can even be enjoyable.If you’re feeling unmotivated to cook, sometimes all it takes is a new, exciting recipe. We’ve rounded up our favorite easy ground chicken recipes that are equally nutritious as they are tasty. 18 Easy Ground Beef Recipes to Make for Dinner Tonight 01 of 11 Chicken Parmesan Meatballs Antonis Achilleos get the recipe If you’re a fan of chicken Parm (and let’s be real, who isn’t?), these fun meatballs are a must. Serve them over spaghetti or zoodles for the perfect Italian supper. And if you’re feeling ambitious, add some garlic bread for dipping! 02 of 11 Chimichurri Chicken Burgers With Sweet Potato Fries Antonis Achilleos get the recipe One of the best things about cooking with ground chicken is that it’s so versatile and can be transformed into anything. This fresh, herb-packed chicken burger recipe is healthy and simple to whip up. 03 of 11 Vietnamese-Inspired Chicken Patties Greg DuPree get the recipe The combination of flavors in these chicken patties—cilantro, fish sauce, and rice vinegar—is something to write home about. It’s one of those recipes that seems advanced, but is actually simple to make. Everyone in your family is sure to be a fan. 04 of 11 Chicken With Salsa, Olives, and Lime Victor Protasio get the recipe In just 20 minutes, you can have a healthy, flavorful meal on the table. Salty olives, fresh salsa, and refreshing lime juice make this chicken dish one for the books. 05 of 11 Blistered Tomatillo Salsa and Roasted Chicken Thighs Tacos Charles Masters get the recipe While this recipe calls for chicken thighs, you can easily swap in ground chicken instead. Take taco Tuesday up a notch with this spicy flavor combination. 6 Easiest Ways to Cook Chicken Thighs—Including Grilled, Pan-Seared, and More 06 of 11 Cheesy Chicken Nachos With Avocado and Radish Greg DuPree get the recipe If you’re looking for a good meal for entertaining, might we suggest this sheet pan nacho recipe? It’s beyond simple to make, and is great for pleasing a crowd. It’s also easy to customize, so you can switch up the toppings or use whatever you have on hand. 07 of 11 Grilled Chicken and Spinach Quesadilla Alex Farnum get the recipe Quesadillas are a fan favorite, and a great dinner option for both kids and adults. Swap the grilled chicken for ground chicken and use whatever type of shredded cheese you prefer. 08 of 11 Hearty Chicken and Noodle Casserole Campbell's Kitchen get the recipe Is there anything more satisfying than a warm, comforting casserole on a cold winter’s night? This recipe is basically chicken noodle soup in casserole form and calls for just five ingredients. It also makes for great leftovers, so you’ll be able to enjoy it the next day. 09 of 11 Turkey-and-Rice Meatballs Caitlin Bensel get the recipe Be prepared to add this meatball recipe to your weekly dinner rotation. It’s the perfect well-rounded meal since it has protein, carbs, and greens. Just simply change up the original recipe by using ground chicken instead. 10 of 11 Lasagna Rolls MELISSA KRAVITZ HOEFFNER get the recipe Once you’ve tried these lasagna rolls, you’ll never want to eat traditional lasagna again. Not only are these little roll-ups delicious, but they’re beautiful to arrange on a large platter with your favorite sauce and fresh herbs. 19 Rotisserie Chicken Dinner Ideas That Are Quick and Easy 11 of 11 Taco Salad Alexandra Grablewski get the recipe Who said salads have to be boring? This taco salad is loaded with tasty toppings like beans, avocado, olives, and cheese, and it can be thrown together in just minutes. Whether you use ground turkey or chicken, this protein-packed salad is anything but ordinary. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit