One-pan pesto, chicken & spinach lasagne

This clever pasta bake is all cooked in one pan, saving on washing-up. If you want to make it veggie, replace the chicken with some peas or broad beans

Chicken, spring onion & mustard pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Try an alternative Sunday lunch with this punchy chicken and pancetta spring pie. Ideal for a weekend gathering, serve with green veg and new potatoes

Chicken saag

Create a low-fat version of chicken saag. This dish is not only full of flavour, but packs in three of your 5-a-day and can be frozen too for busy days

Carrot & tahini soup

Ideal for a light lunch or starter, this healthy, colourful soup is a tasty blend of chickpeas, carrots and tahini. Top with a scattering of fried chickpeas to serve

Green soup with crispy chorizo

Blend spinach, kale and potatoes to make this vibrant green soup, topped with crispy chorizo for extra flavour

Chicken paprikash

Try chicken paprikash, a traditional Hungarian casserole – it’s a comforting dinner that’s perfect for relaxed entertaining. Enjoy with boiled potatoes, noodles or rice

Chicken shawarma salad

Serve a bright salad to feed a crowd. It can also be made with leftover cold chicken, and is robust enough to transport without wilting – perfect for picnics

30-minute chicken curry

Make a speedy chicken curry. The spices are storecupboard staples, the technique simple, and it takes less than 10 mins to prepare – ideal for a midweek meal.

Golden syrup broccoli noodles

This recipe is taken from Miguel Barclay’s Vegan One Pound Meals, you can listen to him talk about this recipe and others on the Cook Smart podcast

Whole roast chicken with braised roots & peas

Layer swede, potato and leeks to roast alongside a chicken for a healthy dinner. A whole chicken is budget-friendly as it can provide leftovers for the week

Easy veggie red curry noodles

Try our vegetarian Thai red curry noodles for a filling midweek meal loaded with red pepper, mangetout and baby corn

Roasting tin chicken tikka masala

Make a quick, hearty weeknight supper with this all-in-one chicken curry bake. Serve with naans and finely chopped red onion