8 easy dinners for a stress-free summer

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8 Easy Dinners for a Stress-Free Summer

Summer should be about long sunny days, spontaneous get-togethers, and delicious food—not stressing over what to make for dinner. With a little help from Springer Mountain Farms’ high-quality, flavorful chicken, we’ve rounded up eight easy recipes that let you spend less time in the kitchen and more time soaking up summer fun with family and friends.

Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or throwing together a last-minute backyard dinner, these stress-free chicken dinners have you covered. Let's dig in!

1. Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken (Taco Meal Prep)

Slow cooker honey chipotle shredded chicken with taco toppings and corn tortillas – spicy chicken meal prep tacos

Taco night just got a smoky-sweet upgrade. This slow cooker honey chipotle chicken is tender, flavorful, and ideal for meal prepping. Just toss everything in the slow cooker in the morning, and by dinner time, you’ve got juicy, shredded chicken ready to be stuffed in tacos, piled on rice bowls, or tucked into lettuce wraps.

2. Chicken & Broccoli Sheet Pan Lasagna

Creamy chicken and broccoli sheet pan lasagna served on a white plate – easy weeknight baked chicken pasta dinner

This clever twist on lasagna skips the layering and simplifies cleanup. Toss chopped Springer Mountain Farms chicken with broccoli florets, lasagna noodles, ricotta, and marinara, then roast it all on one sheet pan. It’s comforting, cheesy, and comes together in under an hour—no boiling required!

3. Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken Dinner

Oven-roasted bone-in chicken thighs with potatoes and green beans on a sheet pan – one-pan chicken dinner with vegetables

When you want a balanced meal with almost no effort, this sheet pan dinner delivers. Roasted Springer Mountain Farms bone-in chicken thighs with hearty potatoes, carrots, and onions bake to golden perfection. A one-pan wonder that’s ideal for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays.

4. Pull Apart Ground Chicken Sliders with Queso

Cheesy pull-apart ground chicken sliders with queso and Hawaiian rolls – crowd-pleasing chicken appetizer or game day dinner

If you’re craving a warm, cheesy, handheld dinner that everyone will love—these sliders are it. Made with seasoned Springer Mountain Farms ground chicken, gooey queso, green chilies, and melted mozzarella, this pull-apart dish is ideal for summer parties or weeknight comfort.

Stacked on soft Hawaiian rolls and brushed with a garlic-cilantro butter before baking, they’re golden, melty, and seriously addictive. Serve with a side salad, grilled veggies, or simply eat them straight from the pan. Bonus: they come together in under 30 minutes!

5. Easy Chicken Enchiladas

Cheesy green chile chicken enchiladas baked in a casserole dish with fresh cilantro and lime – simple Mexican-inspired dinner idea

A family favorite that’s always a hit, these enchiladas come together in a flash. Fill tortillas with shredded Springer Mountain Farms chicken, roll them up, and cover in enchilada sauce and cheese. Bake until bubbly and golden. Add a side of guacamole or a simple corn salad to complete the fiesta.

6. Lemon Butter Chicken Skewers

Grilled lemon butter chicken skewers on a black plate with lemon wedges – easy chicken kabobs for summer grilling

These lemon butter chicken skewers bring bright, zesty flavor to your table. Marinate chunks of SMF chicken in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then thread onto skewers and cook in the air fryer. Serve with grilled veggies, couscous, or even over a salad for a light summer dinner.

7. Asian Chopped Chicken Salad

Colorful Asian chopped chicken salad with cabbage, carrots, edamame, and herbs in a white bowl – healthy summer chicken recipe with sesame dressing

This salad is crunchy, colorful, and bursting with flavor. Toss chopped SMF chicken with napa cabbage, shredded carrots, edamame, crunchy wontons, and a sweet sesame-ginger dressing. It’s refreshing and hearty enough to be a full meal—even on the hottest nights.

8. Honey Lime Chicken Tacos with Watermelon-Pineapple Salsa & Feta

Grilled honey lime chicken tacos topped with fresh watermelon pineapple salsa and feta – tropical summer taco recipe

Sweet, savory, and just a little tangy, these tacos are the ultimate summer bite. Marinate Springer Mountain Farms chicken in honey, lime juice, and spices, then grill and slice for tacos. Top with a fresh watermelon-pineapple salsa and a sprinkle of feta for a tropical twist that’s sure to impress.

Stress-Free Summer Coming Right Up!

With these easy chicken dinners on rotation, your summer meal planning just got a whole lot simpler. From sheet pan favorites to slow cooker magic and light, flavorful salads, Springer Mountain Farms chicken is your go-to for fresh, fuss-free meals all season long.

Ready to make dinner effortless this summer? Stock up on Springer Mountain Farms Simply Superior Chicken™ and let the good meals (and good times) roll.