Top 10 Most Delicious Ways to Eat Chicken

Top 10 Chicken Dishes Popular in America

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Who feels like chicken tonight? Welcome to WatchMojo.com, and today we’re counting down our picks for the Top 10 Chicken Dishes Popular in America. For this list, we’re ranking the most popular and delicious chicken recipes which have gained particular popularity within the United States. Entrees and appetizers were all considered for this list, so long as the recipe features that famous fowl as the star of the dish.

It’s a fan favorite for just about everyone who digs Chinese cuisine; that sweet and spicy concoction known as General Tso’s Chicken. Chunks of chicken are battered, seasoned and deep fried for this recipe, before being paired with rice, veggies and that famous General Tso’s sauce. Soy, ginger, chili peppers and sugar are just a few of the ingredients used for this dish, which is named after a famous Qing Dynasty leader, although there is no historical proof that Zuo Zongtang ever prepared the dish himself. Origins aside, what most agree on is that General Tso’s Chicken is a Chinese takeout meal that never goes out of style.

Work weeks can be tough, and sometimes the last thing any of us want to do is spend a lot of time in the kitchen making dinner. That’s where the next chicken dish on our list comes in to play. Rotisserie Chicken has become a go-to meal for many busy parents and working professionals, as it’s readily available at markets and grocery stores as an on-the-run quick buy. Whole chickens are set on a spit and spun slowly near an indirect heat source, which cooks the birds evenly, while keeping the natural juices in check. The best part of Rotisserie Chicken, however, is that there’s usually plenty left over to be used throughout the week!

This one is a sick day staple, that warm and comforting meal many of us prepare when we’re feeling under the weather. Chicken Noodle Soup is bursting with that salty, savory and delicious flavor achieved by simmering chicken and pasta in a broth of water or stock, with the occasional inclusion of rice or dumplings to the chef’s taste. Chicken Noodle Soup is so popular that variations exist in dozens of countries around the world, making this dish something upon which any chef can add their personal stamp.

We have the island of Jamaica to thank for bringing this uniquely spicy chicken dish to the masses. Jerk Chicken gets its name from the jerk spice or marinade applied to the chicken prior to cooking. The flavor profile of jerk seasoning is hot, but not one-note, as this layered dish derives much of its taste from the allspice and scotch bonnet peppers used in its preparation. Cloves, thyme and cinnamon are also common ingredients found in Jerk Chicken, making this dish one which smells almost as good as it tastes. Toss in some rice, veggies and plantains, and you have yourself a traditional Jamaican feast.

#6: Coq Au Vin

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There’s a long history behind the French chicken dish known as Coq Au Vin, with some recipe records dating back as far as 1864. The name translates roughly from French to "Rooster with Wine," with the idea behind the meal being relatively simple. Chicken is braised with wine until fragrant and tender, while garlic, mushrooms and cubes of pork fat called lardons are often included to enhance the flavor. A finished Coq Au Vin is a rich and complex meal, thanks to the braising process. Red wine is typically used for this method, although variants on the dish utilize liquids like white wine or even champagne as a tasty substitute.

"Hearty" is the name of the game when it comes to this filling chicken dish. Chicken Pot Pie offers further proof that cooking something within a pie shell is virtually guaranteed to be delicious, especially when that something is chunks of chicken, veggies and a thick, rich sauce. Cream of mushroom soup is commonly used to create this sauce, which coats the chicken and vegetable mixture while it bakes in the oven. The end result is a practically irresistible combination of flaky, buttery pie crust and moist, delicious chicken which may not be healthy, but it’s oh so very good.

There are a wealth of incredible Indian dinner options when it comes to chicken, but this one is one of the best, and most popular. Butter Chicken benefits greatly from its traditional Indian marinade of cream and spices, which gives the dish a mild, pleasant flavor without being too overpowering. Garlic, coriander, turmeric and masala are utilized to create a curry sauce, together with the warm Tandoor oven commonly used to cook the meal. Butter Chicken can also be pan fried or grilled, depending on the cook’s preference. This marriage of chicken and delicious curry is a dynamic dish, no matter how it’s prepared.

It may be listed on the menu as "Chicken Parmigiana," "Chicken Parmesan" or simply "Chicken Parm," but fans of Italian food know it as one of the cuisine’s most popular meals. Chicken Parmigiana is another simple, yet oh-so effective dish, where a baked or fried chicken breast is breaded and topped with tomato sauce and cheese. Mozzarella, Parmesan and provolone are popular choices, and some chefs choose to go all out and add a slice of ham or prosciutto to the mix.... for added health benefits, of course. Chicken Parm will typically be served with a side of pasta or in a sub roll as a tasty Chicken Parm Sandwich, but there’s really no wrong way to eat this one – just dive on in!

Straight and to the point, Buffalo wings just might be nature’s perfect food for snacking, especially on Game Day. This tried and true chicken dish can be served as either an appetizer or entree, and consists of bone-in chicken wings that are deep fried in oil and drenched in a Buffalo style sauce of butter, vinegar, cayenne and hot sauce, with blue cheese and celery sticks on the side. Variations of the classic Buffalo Wing exist, of course, from the pan fried and baked to the breaded Buffalo tenders often seen on the appetizer menu. They’re always great crowd pleasers, and bound to be gone before you know it! Before we unveil our top chicken dish, here are a few honorable mentions. - Chicken Fricassee - Chicken Teriyaki - Kung Pao Chicken

Everyone has their favorite recipe for fried chicken. It doesn’t matter if it’s Southern Style Fried Chicken, on-the-go chicken nuggets for the kids or that soul food staple of chicken and waffles. It’s an easily personalized eating experience, and there are a seemingly endless amount of variables when it comes to making the perfect piece of fried chicken. All of them are derived from flour, batter, seasoning and a frying method, ranging from pressure frying, pan-frying or deep-frying. They’re time tested methods to achieve fried chicken magic, while different regions also possess particular spice blends and batter mixtures that make their chicken unique. The only other question to ask is whether or not you prefer a wing, breast, thigh or drumstick! It’s finger-lickin’ good! Do you agree with our list? Which chicken dishes make your mouth water? For more delicious top ten lists published every day, please subscribe to WatchMojo.com!