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    Cooking Gorgeous » MSN Posts

    Easy Chicken Casseroles for Busy Nights

    Published: Oct 22, 2025 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    These simple Chicken Casseroles are perfect for busy evenings, making dinner time easy and stress-free. They combine tender chicken, vegetables, and creamy sauces, all baked until everything blends into a warm, hearty meal. They’re perfect for using up leftovers or creating something filling without spending much time in the kitchen. You can swap ingredients based on what you have and still end up with something delicious and comforting. These casseroles fit right into busy evenings when you want a homemade meal without the fuss.

    Peri Peri Chicken

    homemade peri peri chicken served with rice and corn on the cobs
    Ayla Clulee

    Peri Peri Chicken is a delightful one-pot dish made by marinating bone-in chicken pieces and baking them to perfection in the oven. Serve it alongside coconut rice and corn on the cob for a perfect family weeknight meal that everyone loves!

    To learn more: Easy Homemade Peri Peri Chicken 

    Chicken Enchiladas with White Sauce

    white chicken enchiladas topped with fresh coriander
    Ayla Clulee

    Soft flour tortillas filled with flavorful chicken and shredded cheese then topped with a velvety white sauce made with flour, butter, chicken broth, sour cream, and jalapeños to create a perfect balance of authentic flavors. 

    Ready in just 45 minutes, these White Chicken Enchilada casserole is perfect for an easy and quick weeknight meal that the whole family will love!

    To learn more: Creamy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe with White Sauce

    Sumac Chicken

    sumac chicken with red onions is freshly baked
    Ayla Clulee

    Musakhan - Palestinian Sumac Chicken is a traditional Middle Eastern dish made with marinated chicken legs served over a flatbread with caramelized red onions, sumac, and pine nuts. 

    This chicken recipe is extremely easy to make with everyday ingredients you likely already have in your fridge or pantry.

    To learn more: Musakhan - Palestinian Sumac Chicken

    Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

    Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
    Ayla Clulee

    These simple and deliciously Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs are tender and moist on the inside and crispy on the outside. 

    They are so much tastier and less expensive than boneless chicken breasts and are extremely easy to cook.

    To learn more: Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs 

    Zereshk Polo Morgh

    Ayla Clulee

    Zereshk Polo Morgh is a well-known traditional Persian dish consisting of barberry rice and succulent chicken.

    This delightful dish is a harmonious blend of colors, aromas, and textures, which beautifully represents the lively nature of Persian cuisine.

    To learn more: Zereshk Polo Morgh (Persian Barberry Rice with Chicken)

    Tandoori Chicken

    Ayla Clulee

    This no-fuss, easy-to-follow recipe is the perfect way to create the most delicious and tender oven-baked Spicy Tandoori Chicken you've ever tasted! It is healthy, great for meal prep, and comes together in just minutes.

    To learn more: Spicy Tandoori Chicken Recipe in Oven

    Chicken Kabsa

    chicken machboos cooke in a dutch oven
    Ayla Clulee

    Arabian Chicken Kabsa, also known as Machboos, is a deliciously authentic dish that's popular across the Gulf countries and enjoyed throughout the Middle East.

    This fragrant chicken and rice dish comes in various versions and traditionally includes rice (often basmati), onions, tomatoes, and a blend of 'kabsa' spices.

    To learn more: Arabian Chicken Kabsa - Machboos

    Baked Chicken Legs

    a piece of baked chicken leg quarter
    Ayla Clulee

    These juicy and crispy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters are not only budget-friendly, but they're also incredibly easy to make and full of flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of know-how, you will be able to create this perfect dish for busy weeknights.

    To learn more: Baked Chicken Leg Quarters

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    Welcome to Cooking Gorgeous, where delicious easy-to-follow recipes and culinary inspiration await you! My name is Ayla Clulee, a passionate and professional Cordon Bleu-trained chef, recipe developer, and food content creator with decades of experience. I am based in the UK, and I'm thrilled to have you here.

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