Whether at a cosy family meal or a dinner party, our modern take on chicken piccata, made with leftover sourdough breadcrumbs, is sure to impress. Recipe note: You’ll need a large deep frypan.

“Combining leftover chicken with crisp vegies, fragrant herbs and a flavour boosting dressing means you can have this meal ready and on the table in minutes.” – Lucy Nunes.

“One-tray baking is such a satisfying way to cook. It’s versatile and makes it much more achievable to cook larger amounts to give you leftovers. Use a large baking tray for this recipe, or split over two smaller trays. Feel free to use other vegies you may have on hand, like wedges of cabbage, cauliflower or zucchini, so they aren’t wasted.” – Tom Walton

A luscious, tangy stir-fry that makes two generous portions for very few calories. Extracted from The Fast 800 Easy by Dr Clare Bailey and Justine Pattison. Published by Simon & Schuster Australia, RRP $35. Photography © Smith & Gilmour.

Think chicken breast is boring? Think again. Colin Fassnidge turns what's generally thought of as a 'boring' piece of chicken into a parmigiana/pizza-style one-pan meal. Be sure to serve with plenty of toasted bread to scoop up all those delectable pan flavours.

"This family recipe is an adaptation of a classic Cuban dish known as ‘vaca frita’ or ‘fried beef’ The chicken adaptation was, I believe, a younger generation’s attempt at making the dish a bit healthier. But I must say, it is just as delicious, if not more so. Very simple in its ingredients and preparation, it’s an excellent midweek meal idea." - Danielle Alvarez.

When you're needing something quick and easy to whip up, these chicken quesadillas are the ultimate weeknight dinner recipe. Ready in under 30 minutes, this simple recipe uses chicken mince and staple household vegetables like capsicum, onion, and spinach to make a juicy, warm filling - but let's not forget the all-important melted cheese blend of mozzarella, aged cheddar and gouda. Perfect as a school night recipe or an easy dinner for families, these cheesy quesadillas are your one-stop-shop to a quick and delicious dinner.

This quick and easy rice bowl is the perfect midweek dinner option. Ready in a flash, this warm and hearty meal features juicy chicken thigh marinaded in a sweet and tangy mix of Japanese ingredients including sake, dashi and mirin and pan-fried with egg for an added depth of flavour. Serve with sticky sushi rice to soak up all of the sauce and a sprinkle of shallots and togarashi for a fresh crunch.

"With a burrito bowl, you can add as many elements as you want (or have available). We’ve chosen black beans and chicken, but you could go with red kidney beans and beef. So many options!" – Lucy Nunes

Bubbly, cheesy pasta bake is always a crowd-pleaser, especially when loaded with fresh herbs and tomatoes, and hearty chicken. Bonus points for tasting just as good (if not better) the next day.

Matt Moran puts his make-at-home spin on the pub classic to end all pub classics – a crisp chicken schnitzel.

“I reckon a chicken breast is too cumbersome to go in a roll. The solution is to cube the chicken and set these cubes into patties mortared together with softened butter that then sets in the fridge. The result is a super-juicy, decadent burger that won’t explode all over you, and much of the butter melts away during cooking,” says Matt Preston.

Everybody loves a good schnitzel and this one is not only quick and easy but super tasty.

An Indian-style mild curry that you can cook faster than ordering in.

The combination of fresh salad and perfectly roasted chicken. What could be better on summer night?