This menu is all about making chicken work harder for you. Whether you’re reaching for cutlets on a busy weeknight, bone-in pieces for Shabbos, or a whole chicken when you want something that looks like you actually planned ahead, there’s a recipe here for pretty much every cut and every kind of craving.
With 60 recipes ranging from quick family dinners to Shabbos-worthy mains, this is the chicken collection to keep bookmarked when you’re staring at a package in the fridge and wondering what to do with it.
Miriam Fried
This sweet, tangy, and sticky sesame chicken will bring the Chinese takeout to your home.
...read moreFaigy Reiner
’Tis the season of long cozy winter nights and yummy, cozy comfort food… This yummy, hearty dish is a kid-friendly family favorite chock-full of flavor. Serve over
...read more
Shaindy Mayer
This is a great marinade for chicken cutlets.
...read more
Bruchy Duschinsky
Chavi Feldman
Here’s a quick and easy kid-friendly dinner that you’ll find yourself making time and time again. At least that’s what happened in my home. Feel free to swap
...read more
Brynie Greisman
I use thin cutlets here because they absorb marinades deeply, ensuring that every bite is tender and flavorful. Basmati rice has long grains and a subtle, nutty aroma,
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
This easy stir fry is one of those quick weeknight meals that always hits the spot. It comes together in one pan for a flavorful meal that’s ready
...read more
Bruchy Duschinsky
Leah, from Montreal, was inspired to share a recipe with me after coming across our five-ingredient dinner series. Even more than the fact that her recipe has a
...read more
Tova Wolbe
Today, Tova’s making Sheet Pan Italian Chicken and Potatoes, with one bowl, one sheet pan, and basically no reason to dread cleanup. Watch the full episode on Tova
...read more
Erin Grunstein
Introducing the kosher version of the so-called “Marry Me Chicken,” so delightful it will make your taste buds dance with joy and may even induce a marriage proposal
...read more
Chaya Ruchie Schwartz
This literally takes minutes to put together. Turn on the oven and let it work its magic while you’re out with family. You’ll have fresh supper waiting when
...read more
Dinner Done
This is a baked schnitzel that’s a healthier alternative to the classic fried favorite. What’s our trick for getting it to taste crispy, and just-like-fried chicken? (Seriously —
...read more
Faigy Murray
When my family see me making this Frosted Flakes chicken, they know that either a Yom Tov is coming or it’s a really special occasion! Yield: approximately
...read more
Daniella Silver
Elisheva Frankel
The spices in the breading mixture are what makes this recipe special. Without the deep-fry, you want the flavors to be more intense, and here you have it!
...read more
Shushy Turin
Chaya Suri Leitner
Sheet-pan dinners are always a win with my family. Especially now with so much going on — back to school, Yom Tov, etc. — this is a perfect
...read more
Victoria Dwek
In general, chicken on the bone is not typically a pretty dish. This one is an exception. While you can definitely sub these vegetables, make sure to maintain
...read more
Chanie Nayman
Olives are a no-brainer, straight ticket to bold flavor for me, so this chicken kind of just happened one Erev Shabbos. I knew it would be a winner,
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This chicken has a unique and somewhat intriguing flavor that leaves everyone clamoring for seconds. I never have leftovers!
...read more
Elizabeth Kurtz
My friend Chaya shared her mom’s version of this traditional Shabbos chicken with me years ago. I’ve recreated it here with a slightly updated version that includes a
...read more
Elizabeth Kurtz
This chicken dish is both sweet and savory and packed with flavor. I often make this recipe when I’m cooking for a friend, as it’s universally loved. The
...read more
Dobby Baum
I make this for Friday night dinners or for a comfort food supper in the fall/winter. For the past eight years in my marriage, I’ve tried countless chicken
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This chicken is smeared with a delicious rub and topped with a simple blend of fresh and frozen herbs. It’s all in the layering. Deliciously enticing!
...read more
Tammy Israel
Full of flavor and easy to put together- you can’t go wrong with adding this chicken, caramelized onion and chestnut dish to your menu. For more delicious main
...read more
Sima Kazarnovsky
The fact that there is a food processor involved and I’m still advocating for this recipe says something really important about the flavor integrity of this dish. The
...read more
Chaya Rappoport
This is my favorite way to roast chicken thighs: just salt, pepper, a bit of olive oil and high heat. The high heat helps release all the flavor
...read more
Sima Kazarnovsky
The sauce is definitely the main character in this story. Don’t drizzle — pour this stuff all over your chicken. When you’re done, pour it on your salad
...read more
Vera Newman
This sheet-pan dinner is colorful, gorgeous, and bursting with flavor. Plates licked clean, guaranteed!
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
This easy one-pan meal brings together juicy chicken with crispy and creamy orzo- quick to prepare, and the oven does all the work!
...read more
Victoria Dwek
This is how it goes in my house on some nights when I make chicken, typically Monday and Wednesday (on Tuesdays and Thursdays, I make a dairy dinner,
...read more
Dining In
These capons are the perfect way to elevate any Shabbat table. They are moist and stuffed with tons of delicious flavors, they’re sure to be a big hit!
...read more
Rorie Weisberg
Easy to make and easy to digest, this potted chicken with potatoes is my go-to for times when other priorities knock cooking to the bottom of my list.
...read more
Danielle Renov
I know this doesn’t seem like a food most kids will eat, but mine will. I don’t know how it happened, but my kids love spinach, and I’m
...read more
Chaya Suri Leitner
In the summer, I prefer to spend less time in the kitchen, and my kids enjoy lighter meals after playing in the heat. This dish is the perfect
...read moreRivky Kleiman
What’s Chanukah without the fried food? Rivky Kleiman’s classic Sesame Chicken, from her latest cookbook Simply, is the perfect crowdpleaser for a holiday meal or party. Watch as
...read more
Rivky Kleiman
Crispy, juicy, and tender, this all-American classic is baked to perfection.
...read moreJennifer Stempel
Great with white rice or your favorite High Holiday side dish. Check out our complete collection of Rosh Hashanah recipes for mains, sides, soups, desserts, and more
...read more
Gitty Friedman
These chicken drumsticks get ultra-juicy. Make sure to keep them covered until serving to lock in the juices! Yield: 12 drumsticks
...read moreSina Mizrahi
Chicken drumsticks are the cut I use most often in my cooking. They fit perfectly in little hands, and they can be infused with a wide variety of
...read more
Estee Kafra
Although it may sound like a new, hard-to find, trendy ingredient, silan is just a honey derived from dates and has actually been around for a long time.
...read more
Sima Kazarnovsky
This is the barbecue version of poppers, and it’s lip-smackin’ good. In my opinion, bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks are the most underrated and delicious piece of meat
...read more
Faigy Grossmann
We’re a family of four now for weeknight dinners, and it’s taking real effort to figure out how to go back to cooking in smaller quantities. Chanie reminded
...read more
Rivky Kleiman
Buffalo wings are a party no-brainer. This is a classic recipe anyone can master. My cousin Mordechai Eisenberg is a rosh kollel in Marlboro, New Jersey. Often
...read moreRena Tuchinsky
Wings are always a supper go-to because they defrost and cook quickly. This will soon become a go-to for you as well! A few seconds of prep is
...read more
Ephraim Greenblatt
Initially when I opened Shmaltz, I didn’t want to serve wings, which are very central on the menu at our first restaurant, Hatch. People were giving me death
...read more
Yussi Weisz
What bachur would turn down chicken wings? This is the recipe Yussi uses to set up a spread for any guests that turn up on Friday afternoon. For
...read more
Michal Frischman
Wings are definitely great fried, but I draw the line at that kind of patchkeh. When cooking for a crowd, I always bake them, and they still get
...read moreMenachem Goodman
This chicken may sound scary, but it’s so good. The leek and cabbage not only make a perfect side dish, but are also included in the simanim.
...read more
Estee Kafra
This chicken is full of flavor, and is best made with the skin on. I have included two cooking methods. Both are delicious — just choose whatever works
...read moreCharnie Kohn
This is a super easy, eye-catching dinner that brings all the comforting flavors of succulent chicken goodness and rich tomato ratatouille stew. Better yet, it’s made on a
...read more
Sharon Lurie
It was my nephew’s destination wedding in Jamaica. Somehow, I could have been in my hometown in Durban. Perhaps it was the colonial style of the homes…the bougainvillea
...read more
Chana Landman
This recipe checks all the boxes – fast, familiar, and fancy! This recipe is perfect for Shabbos and Sheva Brachos because it can easily be prepared ahead of
...read more
Dorit Teichman
It took me a while to get this herb rub just right, and now it’s my favorite chicken rub! The rice salad can be served warm or at
...read more
Michal Frischman
A whole chicken just presents well, and I also love that a spatchcocked chicken is much more hands-off than smaller pieces of chicken, which require all that pesky
...read moreDini Klein
Yossi
This is a great way to make boring leftovers into something exciting. Get creative and put together a combination of whatever you have!
...read more
Faigy Grossmann
I made these spring rolls using ingredients I had on hand, and they were so quick and easy to pull together. All done within 30 minutes for a
...read more
L. Balsam
Finding a use for chicken from the soup is always a challenge. My dear mother puts sweet potato in everything, and that gave me the idea for this
...read more
Elizabeth Kurtz
Cobb salad is the quintessential American salad. Historically, it has not been kosher, as it typically mixes cheese and meat and uses a creamy dairy dressing. Over time,
...read moreDesign personalized meal menus with custom courses and dish names, using your own recipes or selecting from Kosher.com's vast collection. Perfect for Shabbat, holidays, or everyday planning.
Build a MenuCook Better. Plan Smarter.
Oct 25, 2026
This menu is all about making chicken work harder for you. Whether you’re reaching for cutlets on a busy weeknight, bone-in pieces for Shabbos, or a whole chicken when you want something that looks like you actually planned ahead, there’s a recipe here for pretty much every cut and every kind of craving.
With 60 recipes ranging from quick family dinners to Shabbos-worthy mains, this is the chicken collection to keep bookmarked when you’re staring at a package in the fridge and wondering what to do with it.

Miriam Fried
This sweet, tangy, and sticky sesame chicken will bring the Chinese takeout to your home.
...read more
Faigy Reiner
’Tis the season of long cozy winter nights and yummy, cozy comfort food… This yummy, hearty dish is a kid-friendly family favorite chock-full of flavor. Serve over
...read more
Shaindy Mayer
This is a great marinade for chicken cutlets.
...read more
Bruchy Duschinsky
Chavi Feldman
Here’s a quick and easy kid-friendly dinner that you’ll find yourself making time and time again. At least that’s what happened in my home. Feel free to swap
...read more
Brynie Greisman
I use thin cutlets here because they absorb marinades deeply, ensuring that every bite is tender and flavorful. Basmati rice has long grains and a subtle, nutty aroma,
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
This easy stir fry is one of those quick weeknight meals that always hits the spot. It comes together in one pan for a flavorful meal that’s ready
...read more
Bruchy Duschinsky
Leah, from Montreal, was inspired to share a recipe with me after coming across our five-ingredient dinner series. Even more than the fact that her recipe has a
...read more
Tova Wolbe
Today, Tova’s making Sheet Pan Italian Chicken and Potatoes, with one bowl, one sheet pan, and basically no reason to dread cleanup. Watch the full episode on Tova
...read more
Erin Grunstein
Introducing the kosher version of the so-called “Marry Me Chicken,” so delightful it will make your taste buds dance with joy and may even induce a marriage proposal
...read more
Chaya Ruchie Schwartz
This literally takes minutes to put together. Turn on the oven and let it work its magic while you’re out with family. You’ll have fresh supper waiting when
...read more
Dinner Done
This is a baked schnitzel that’s a healthier alternative to the classic fried favorite. What’s our trick for getting it to taste crispy, and just-like-fried chicken? (Seriously —
...read more
Faigy Murray
When my family see me making this Frosted Flakes chicken, they know that either a Yom Tov is coming or it’s a really special occasion! Yield: approximately
...read more
Daniella Silver
Elisheva Frankel
The spices in the breading mixture are what makes this recipe special. Without the deep-fry, you want the flavors to be more intense, and here you have it!
...read more
Shushy Turin
Chaya Suri Leitner
Sheet-pan dinners are always a win with my family. Especially now with so much going on — back to school, Yom Tov, etc. — this is a perfect
...read more
Victoria Dwek
In general, chicken on the bone is not typically a pretty dish. This one is an exception. While you can definitely sub these vegetables, make sure to maintain
...read more
Chanie Nayman
Olives are a no-brainer, straight ticket to bold flavor for me, so this chicken kind of just happened one Erev Shabbos. I knew it would be a winner,
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This chicken has a unique and somewhat intriguing flavor that leaves everyone clamoring for seconds. I never have leftovers!
...read more
Elizabeth Kurtz
My friend Chaya shared her mom’s version of this traditional Shabbos chicken with me years ago. I’ve recreated it here with a slightly updated version that includes a
...read more
Elizabeth Kurtz
This chicken dish is both sweet and savory and packed with flavor. I often make this recipe when I’m cooking for a friend, as it’s universally loved. The
...read more
Dobby Baum
I make this for Friday night dinners or for a comfort food supper in the fall/winter. For the past eight years in my marriage, I’ve tried countless chicken
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This chicken is smeared with a delicious rub and topped with a simple blend of fresh and frozen herbs. It’s all in the layering. Deliciously enticing!
...read more
Tammy Israel
Full of flavor and easy to put together- you can’t go wrong with adding this chicken, caramelized onion and chestnut dish to your menu. For more delicious main
...read more
Sima Kazarnovsky
The fact that there is a food processor involved and I’m still advocating for this recipe says something really important about the flavor integrity of this dish. The
...read more
Chaya Rappoport
This is my favorite way to roast chicken thighs: just salt, pepper, a bit of olive oil and high heat. The high heat helps release all the flavor
...read more
Sima Kazarnovsky
The sauce is definitely the main character in this story. Don’t drizzle — pour this stuff all over your chicken. When you’re done, pour it on your salad
...read more
Vera Newman
This sheet-pan dinner is colorful, gorgeous, and bursting with flavor. Plates licked clean, guaranteed!
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
This easy one-pan meal brings together juicy chicken with crispy and creamy orzo- quick to prepare, and the oven does all the work!
...read more
Victoria Dwek
This is how it goes in my house on some nights when I make chicken, typically Monday and Wednesday (on Tuesdays and Thursdays, I make a dairy dinner,
...read more
Dining In
These capons are the perfect way to elevate any Shabbat table. They are moist and stuffed with tons of delicious flavors, they’re sure to be a big hit!
...read more
Rorie Weisberg
Easy to make and easy to digest, this potted chicken with potatoes is my go-to for times when other priorities knock cooking to the bottom of my list.
...read more
Danielle Renov
I know this doesn’t seem like a food most kids will eat, but mine will. I don’t know how it happened, but my kids love spinach, and I’m
...read more
Chaya Suri Leitner
In the summer, I prefer to spend less time in the kitchen, and my kids enjoy lighter meals after playing in the heat. This dish is the perfect
...read more
Rivky Kleiman
What’s Chanukah without the fried food? Rivky Kleiman’s classic Sesame Chicken, from her latest cookbook Simply, is the perfect crowdpleaser for a holiday meal or party. Watch as
...read more
Rivky Kleiman
Crispy, juicy, and tender, this all-American classic is baked to perfection.
...read more
Jennifer Stempel
Great with white rice or your favorite High Holiday side dish. Check out our complete collection of Rosh Hashanah recipes for mains, sides, soups, desserts, and more
...read more
Gitty Friedman
These chicken drumsticks get ultra-juicy. Make sure to keep them covered until serving to lock in the juices! Yield: 12 drumsticks
...read more
Sina Mizrahi
Chicken drumsticks are the cut I use most often in my cooking. They fit perfectly in little hands, and they can be infused with a wide variety of
...read more
Estee Kafra
Although it may sound like a new, hard-to find, trendy ingredient, silan is just a honey derived from dates and has actually been around for a long time.
...read more
Sima Kazarnovsky
This is the barbecue version of poppers, and it’s lip-smackin’ good. In my opinion, bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks are the most underrated and delicious piece of meat
...read more
Faigy Grossmann
We’re a family of four now for weeknight dinners, and it’s taking real effort to figure out how to go back to cooking in smaller quantities. Chanie reminded
...read more
Rivky Kleiman
Buffalo wings are a party no-brainer. This is a classic recipe anyone can master. My cousin Mordechai Eisenberg is a rosh kollel in Marlboro, New Jersey. Often
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
Wings are always a supper go-to because they defrost and cook quickly. This will soon become a go-to for you as well! A few seconds of prep is
...read more
Ephraim Greenblatt
Initially when I opened Shmaltz, I didn’t want to serve wings, which are very central on the menu at our first restaurant, Hatch. People were giving me death
...read more
Yussi Weisz
What bachur would turn down chicken wings? This is the recipe Yussi uses to set up a spread for any guests that turn up on Friday afternoon. For
...read more
Michal Frischman
Wings are definitely great fried, but I draw the line at that kind of patchkeh. When cooking for a crowd, I always bake them, and they still get
...read more
Menachem Goodman
This chicken may sound scary, but it’s so good. The leek and cabbage not only make a perfect side dish, but are also included in the simanim.
...read more
Estee Kafra
This chicken is full of flavor, and is best made with the skin on. I have included two cooking methods. Both are delicious — just choose whatever works
...read more
Charnie Kohn
This is a super easy, eye-catching dinner that brings all the comforting flavors of succulent chicken goodness and rich tomato ratatouille stew. Better yet, it’s made on a
...read more
Sharon Lurie
It was my nephew’s destination wedding in Jamaica. Somehow, I could have been in my hometown in Durban. Perhaps it was the colonial style of the homes…the bougainvillea
...read more
Chana Landman
This recipe checks all the boxes – fast, familiar, and fancy! This recipe is perfect for Shabbos and Sheva Brachos because it can easily be prepared ahead of
...read more
Dorit Teichman
It took me a while to get this herb rub just right, and now it’s my favorite chicken rub! The rice salad can be served warm or at
...read more
Michal Frischman
A whole chicken just presents well, and I also love that a spatchcocked chicken is much more hands-off than smaller pieces of chicken, which require all that pesky
...read more
Dini Klein
Yossi
This is a great way to make boring leftovers into something exciting. Get creative and put together a combination of whatever you have!
...read more
Faigy Grossmann
I made these spring rolls using ingredients I had on hand, and they were so quick and easy to pull together. All done within 30 minutes for a
...read more
L. Balsam
Finding a use for chicken from the soup is always a challenge. My dear mother puts sweet potato in everything, and that gave me the idea for this
...read more
Elizabeth Kurtz
Cobb salad is the quintessential American salad. Historically, it has not been kosher, as it typically mixes cheese and meat and uses a creamy dairy dressing. Over time,
...read more
We respect your inbox. We only send the good stuff: tasty recipes, useful tips, and holiday menus you’ll be glad to have.
Photos from Our Community
See how these recipes turned out in real kitchens. Photos from home cooks will appear here as they're shared.
Tell Us What You Think
Your review could help someone decide what's for dinner tonight. Log in to join the conversation.
Log in to join the discussion0 Comments
Do you want to rate this post?
Edit your rating
Choose a new star rating and save it.
Moderation
Report
Kosher Comments
Kosher Comments
Add a link
Posting comment
Your comment will be posted in a moment...