Five chicken dinners for cosy nights at home

There's a good reason chicken is the most consumed protein in Australia.

It's easy to prepare, versatile, affordable and an excellent option for batch cooking.

From pot pie to tray bakes and sticky maple wings, here are five of our most popular chicken recipes.

Chicken and vegetable pot pie

This chicken pot pie is a warming, nutritious meal that's ideal for cooler weather.

It's creamy and buttery, with a considerable dose of leeks, carrots, turnips and peas — just the ticket on a cold night, whether you're craving comfort yourself or wanting to serve some up to friends and family.

Tandoori chicken tray bake

With minimal prep and everything cooked in one dish, this is the ultimate fuss-free meal.

The marinated chicken roasts on a bed of aromatic rice, which soaks up all the rich tandoori goodness.

It's perfect for a family dinner, or an impressive yet easy meal for guests.

Chicken, chorizo and chickpea tray bake

This budget-friendly tray bake requires minimal effort for maximum reward and is a great option for busy weeknights.

This recipe makes use of flavourful chicken Marylands, along with a single chorizo that perfumes the whole base with its smoky, oily goodness.

It only takes minutes to put together and the oven does the heavy lifting, letting you focus on other tasks.

Baked honey chicken wings with pomegranate molasses

Pomegranate molasses transforms these humble chicken wings into something special with the addition of honey, garlic and a touch of warm spices.

The end result is wings with a sweet yet tangy taste that will have you licking your fingers and coming back for seconds.

Braised chicken with lemon and green olives

This braised chicken with lemon and green olives recipe brings together tender chicken thighs, creamy potatoes and briny olives in a gently simmered white wine sauce, finished with fresh marjoram.

It all cooks in a single pan, making it the perfect recipe for lazy Sundays, but it's easy enough for any night of the week.