Recipes and Cooking Side Dish Recipes 14 Side Dishes for Chicken to Complete Your Meal This menu-making list includes favorites like mashed potatoes, salads, and corn on the cob. By Christine Fiorentino Christine Fiorentino Christine Fiorentino is a home chef, food writer, and on-camera personality based in Montclair, New Jersey. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Published on February 9, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Blaine Moats When it comes to chicken dinners, the spotlight may not always be on side dishes. But, they are most certainly the co-stars that make an entire meal shine even more brightly. These side dishes for chicken are amazing sidekicks to a variety of main course ideas. Each chicken side dish recipe here rounds out the menu to create a delicious chicken dinner. We've got easy sides including mashed potatoes, salads, roasted vegetables, and more. 01 of 14 Classic Mashed Potatoes Blaine Moats When it comes to timeless side dish pairings, mashed potatoes instantly come to mind when you think about a chicken dinner. Whether we’re talking fried chicken, roast whole chicken, or baked chicken breasts and thighs, this classic recipe turns out creamy mashed potatoes every time. With just a few ingredients and in less than one hour, you're going to be serving up on of our favorite side dishes for chicken. View Recipe Can You Freeze Mashed Potatoes When You Make (Way) Too Much? 02 of 14 Sauteed Mushroom Medley A variety of mushrooms like meaty button mushrooms and shiitakes are cooked in a searing hot skillet with fresh herbs, shallots, asparagus, and rich olive oil until they reach the most beautiful golden hue. Serve those over roast chicken or coq au vin to add more meaty and umami flavor to the mix. View Recipe The 9 Best Non-Stick Pans of 2023 for Every Kind of Home Chef 03 of 14 Fondant Potatoes Jacob Fox If you haven't experienced fondant potatoes, try them tonight. Fondant potatoes, also called melting potatoes, are prepared by first browning the potatoes. Then, they are braised in chicken or vegetable broth with fresh herbs. The result is a creamy interior and a crispy, golden exterior. It's the perfect bite to go with a tender, juicy roast whole chicken or baked chicken breasts. View Recipe 04 of 14 Broccoli & Cheese Air-Fried Baked Potatoes Caitlin Bensel Air fryer baked potatoes are a revelation. Layers of earthy broccoli and sharp cheddar are cooked atop smashed potato halves until slightly crisp. The air fryer ensures each bite is crisp on the outside, while the inside becomes decadently warm and melty. This makes an excellent side dish for chicken wings. View Recipe 05 of 14 Skillet Roasted Vegetables Andy Lyons This recipe cooks in just one skillet, but creates a perfect blend of many different flavors. An array of fresh vegetables, including beets, snap peas, and sweet potatoes, are cooked to crisp perfection with the perfect bit of tang from freshly squeezed lemon. Add fresh herbs to create a bright and healthy side dish for chicken. View Recipe 06 of 14 Easy Roasted Broccoli with Pecorino and Lemon Blaine Moats Savory, slightly-charred roasted broccoli does not get enough love. With the right seasoning, cook time, and temperature range, roasted broccoli can be as addicting as a plate of French fries. Here, broccoli is roasted with sharp pecorino and citrusy lemon, resulting in truly delicious vegetable side dish for chicken. View Recipe 07 of 14 Grilled Baby Carrots Constantine Poulos Something special happens when carrots are cooked over high heat on the grill. The caramelized exterior brings out the natural sweetness. It's one of the best side dishes for grilled chicken. These carrots are served with a creamy yogurt sauce, adding a velvety texture to the mix. View Recipe 08 of 14 Grilled Romaine Salad with Tomato and Corn Tumble Andy Lyons If you haven't experienced a grilled romaine salad, consider this the sign you've been waiting for. Sweet hearts of romaine (the inner leaves of this variety of lettuce) are slightly charred on the grill or grill pan and then topped with sweet corn, ripe tomatoes, and a tangy garlic-chive vinaigrette. This is a well-paired side dish for chicken Parmesan. View Recipe 09 of 14 Butter-Braised Corn on the Cob Carson Downing You can’t go wrong with this side dish for BBQ chicken. Slather sweet corn on the cob with butter, spices, and fresh herbs. Finish the dish with a sprinkle of fresh jalapeno peppers and sliced green onions. View Recipe 10 of 14 Caesar Salad with Parmesan Croutons Scott Little This classic Caesar salad is a go-to for a reason. A creamy, garlicky blender dressing is tossed with fresh romaine leaves and topped with crispy Parmesan croutons for the perfect crunch. This easy side dish for chicken is ready in under 30 minutes. View Recipe 11 of 14 Cauliflower and Broccoli in Swiss Cheese Sauce Jason Donnelly Here, cauliflower and broccoli are cooked in the slow cooker with a combination of rich Alfredo sauce, Swiss cheese, and dried herbs. Serve this with baked chicken breasts, and we can pretty much guarantee there won't be a bite left. View Recipe 12 of 14 Easy Cheesy Broccoli and Rice Marty Baldwin Easy pantry recipes are the name of the game here. This quick casserole is healthy and packed with both flavor and texture. You may even have everything you need in the house already to make this! Throw this chicken side dish together in minutes with frozen broccoli, quick-cooking white rice, and shredded cheese. View Recipe 13 of 14 Veggie Mac and Cheese Andy Lyons This veggie-filled alternative to traditional mac and cheese is a perfect weeknight dish to serve with roast chicken, fried chicken tenders, or baked chicken breasts. With the addition of carrots, green beans, onion, and broccoli, this variation of mac and cheese still packs a powerful punch when it comes to flavor and texture. It’s gooey, flavorful, and it’s finished with a sprinkle of panko bread crumbs crisped up beneath the broiler. View Recipe 14 of 14 Potato, Celery Root, and Parsnip Mash Carson Downing Home cooks, unite! It's time we all give the subtle sweetness of parsnips the recognition they deserve. And what better way to do that than with a creamy, comforting potato and parsnip dish? This dish is an excellent side dish for fried chicken. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit