It can be pretty easy to fall into a dinner-prep rut, especially when it comes to juggling a busy work schedule and a house full of hungry kids.

If you're looking for some new inspiration, scroll through these five fabulous recipes that take dinner time's most commonly cooked meat and turns it into a masterpiece.

Although these recipes are made with chicken breasts, you can substitute thighs or other cuts as it suits you.

Chicken Parmesan Casserole

If you're not sure what to do with that leftover chicken - don't throw it away! Instead of tucking it into chicken sandwiches or pot pies, try this fabulous casserole. It is literally the easiest recipe you'll ever toss together.

They call it a "dump casserole" because you literally dump the ingredients into a casserole dish and bake!

The Best Grilled Chicken Breast Recipe

Chef Heidi's recipe for juicy, grilled chicken breast brings it all back to basics in the best way possible. Her secret to the tastiest barbecue chicken isn't in the sauce, but in the way she grills.

Make this simple rub and then follow her grilling instructions to the 'T' and you'll have the most succulent, flavorful grilled chicken every time!

Chicken Crescent Casserole

This creamy, cheesy casserole by Judy at The Midnight Baker is made with delicious crescent rolls and loaded with flavor. If you're looking for another all-in-one recipe to add to your weekly menu, this one is it!

Slow Cooker Chicken Dumplings

If you haven't got time to defrost your chicken breasts for dinner, don't worry! With this delicious dumpling recipe you can literally toss in your frozen chicken breasts and let the crock pot work it's magic.

Leigh Anne Wilkes at Your Home Based Mom makes a mean chicken dumpling soup! Just follow her recipe and let it cook on low all day. When you get home from work, you'll be devouring this hearty dish with delight!

Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli & Rice Casserole

This is one more left-over chicken recipe that is sure to please. Don't be afraid to bake leftover chicken a second time around - especially when you've got it mixed up with cheddar cheese, cremini mushrooms and crunchy broccoli florets.

Self-taught cook, Michelle from Brown Eyed Baker serves up an inspired broccoli casserole mixed with sharp cheddar and hearty rice.