17 Easy Chicken Breast Recipes
1. Baked Chicken Breast
Ingredients:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Other desired spices
This easy baked chicken breast recipe produces juicy, flavorful chicken every time. Simply season boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and any other spices you enjoy. Arrange the chicken in a baking dish and bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, until completely cooked through. The chicken comes out moist and tender on the inside with a nicely browned exterior. Serve with your choice of vegetables or potatoes for a simple weeknight dinner.
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2. Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- Oil
- Onions, sliced
- Bell peppers, sliced
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Garlic
- Flour or corn tortillas
- Shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa for serving
Chicken fajitas are an easy and flavorful Tex-Mex classic. To make, slice 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into strips. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Remove chicken from skillet and add sliced onions, bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, and garlic. Sauté for 5 more minutes then return chicken to skillet and cook 1-2 minutes more. Serve chicken and veggie mixture in warm flour or corn tortillas with desired toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, etc. The combo of savory chicken, sweet peppers, and spice makes these fajitas a hit.
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3. Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients:
- Chicken breast cutlets
- Flour
- Eggs, beaten
- Breadcrumbs
- Olive oil
- Tomato sauce
- Mozzarella cheese
For easy chicken parmesan, start by coating chicken breast cutlets in flour, dipping them in egg wash, then breading them in panko or Italian breadcrumbs. Fry cutlets in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Top chicken with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese then bake for 15 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and melted. Serve over pasta for a classic Italian chicken parm dinner. The crispy breaded exterior combined with the melted cheese and sauce makes this chicken irresistible.
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4. Chicken Tacos
Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken breasts, shredded or chopped
- Taco shells or soft tortillas
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
Chicken tacos are a quick and easy dinner the whole family will love. Just shred or chop cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In warmed taco shells or soft tortillas, layer the chicken with desired taco toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, etc. The possibilities are endless when it comes to chicken taco fillings, so feel free to get creative. This easy meal is budget-friendly and full of Mexican flavor.
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5. Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken, shredded
- Mayonnaise
- Diced celery
- Minced onion
- Salt
- Pepper
- Other desired seasonings
Chicken salad is simple to prepare and makes a tasty sandwich filling, wrap, or salad topper. Combine shredded cooked chicken with mayonnaise, diced celery, minced onion, salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you enjoy. The classic combo is mayo, celery, onion, salt and pepper. But you can also add grapes, apples, pecans, or any extras you prefer. Enjoy scooped over lettuce, stuffed in a pita or wrap, or between two slices of bread for a satisfying chicken salad sandwich.
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6. Chicken & Rice
Ingredients:
- Boneless chicken thighs and/or breasts
- Oil
- Onion, diced
- Carrots, diced
- Garlic
- Rice
- Chicken broth
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parsley
This easy chicken and rice dinner comes together in one skillet. Heat oil over medium heat. Cook boneless chicken thighs and/or breasts until browned and cooked through, 5-10 minutes per side. Remove chicken and add diced onion, carrots, and garlic to the skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes until softened. Add rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer until rice is tender and liquid absorbed, about 20 minutes. Stir in cooked chicken and season with salt, pepper, parsley and other desired seasonings. Enjoy this hearty, budget-friendly one-pot meal.
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7. Chicken Quesadillas
Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey jack, Mexican blend)
- Tortillas
- Salsa, guacamole, sour cream for serving
Chicken quesadillas are quick, easy, and full of flavor. Shred or chop cooked chicken and combine with shredded cheese like cheddar, Monterey jack, or Mexican blend. Place tortillas on a hot skillet or griddle. Layer chicken and cheese on half of each tortilla, fold over, and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. The cheese melts into the chicken to create a cheesy, gooey filling. Serve with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a simple Tex-Mex dinner or appetizer.
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8. Chicken Noodle Soup
Ingredients:
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Carrots, chopped
- Celery, chopped
- Onion, chopped
- Chicken broth
- Salt and pepper
- Egg noodles
Chicken noodle soup is a feel-good classic that’s easy to make at home. Place chicken thighs or breasts, chopped carrots, celery, and onions in a large pot. Add chicken broth, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken and shred or dice. Add egg noodles and simmer 8-10 minutes more until noodles are tender. Add shredded chicken back to pot and adjust seasoning if needed. Enjoy this comforting soup loaded with chicken, veggies and noodles.
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9. Chicken Fried Rice
Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken, cubed
- Oil
- Onion, chopped
- Carrots, chopped
- Peas
- Eggs, scrambled
- Cooked rice
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
This easy chicken fried rice is a quick weeknight dinner. In a wok or large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add cubed, cooked chicken and stir fry until starting to brown, 3-4 minutes. Add chopped onion, carrots, peas, and scrambled eggs. Continue to stir fry 5 more minutes. Stir in cold, cooked rice, soy sauce, sesame oil and toss everything together until heated through. The rice soaks up all the great flavors from the chicken, vegetables and sauce. Serve this quick Chinese-inspired dinner on its own or with an extra protein and veggies.
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10. Chicken and Pasta
Ingredients:
- Chicken breasts, cubed
- Olive oil
- Cooked pasta (penne, fettuccine)
- Pesto sauce
- Sun-dried tomatoes, halved
- Spinach
- Grated Parmesan
This creamy chicken pasta dish comes together in minutes. In a large skillet, cook cubed chicken breasts over medium-high heat in olive oil until browned and cooked through, 8-10 minutes. Toss with cooked pasta like penne or fettuccine. Add pesto sauce, halved sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. The pesto coats the pasta and veggies, while the sun-dried tomatoes add a delicious burst of flavor. Top with grated parmesan for a easy yet impressive chicken pasta dinner.
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11. Chicken Caesar Salad
Ingredients:
- Romaine lettuce, chopped
- Chicken breast slices or shreds
- Parmesan cheese, shaved
- Croutons
- Caesar dressing
A chicken Caesar salad is one of the easiest chicken dinners. Start with chopped romaine lettuce as the base. Top with grilled, blackened or baked chicken breast slices or shreds. Add shaved parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing. You can also add other veggies like tomatoes or bell peppers. The combination of crunchy romaine, savory chicken, creamy dressing, and tangy parmesan makes this salad a crisp, flavorful option for a quick meal.
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12. Chicken Stir Fry
Ingredients:
- Chicken strips
- Oil
- Mushrooms, sliced
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Bell pepper
- Snap peas
- Soy sauce
- Honey
- Rice vinegar
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Rice
Make this easy chicken stir fry for a fast weeknight meal. Heat oil in a wok or skillet. Cook chicken strips over high heat for 3-5 minutes until slightly browned. Add sliced mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper and snap peas. Continue to stir fry 5 more minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Mix together sauce ingredients of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Pour sauce over vegetables and chicken and cook 1-2 more minutes. Serve over rice for a healthy one-pan dinner.
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13. Chicken Enchiladas
Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken breasts, shredded
- Enchilada sauce
- Onions, diced
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Cilantro
- Cheese
- Tortillas
Chicken enchiladas are easy to prep and bake for a hearty weeknight meal. Shred cooked chicken breasts and mix with enchilada sauce, diced onions, cumin, chili powder, cilantro, and cheese. Spoon chicken mixture into tortillas, roll up, and arrange in a baking dish. Top with more enchilada sauce and cheese. Bake at 350F for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly. The cheese melts over the veggies and chicken wrapped in the tortillas for amazing flavor in every bite. Serve with rice, beans, guacamole, and sour cream.
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14. BBQ Chicken
Ingredients:
- Chicken breasts
- BBQ sauce
BBQ chicken is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and coat both sides with your favorite bbq sauce. Grill over medium heat for 8-10 minutes per side, basting with more sauce in the last few minutes. You can also bake the chicken on a foil-lined sheet at 375F for 15-20 minutes, again basting with sauce at the end. The barbecue flavor shines through either way for juicy, saucy chicken. Pair with classic BBQ sides like baked beans, coleslaw, and cornbread.
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15. Chicken Marsala
Ingredients:
- Chicken breast cutlets
- Flour for dredging
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Mushrooms, sliced
- Marsala wine
- Chicken broth
This elegant chicken marsala recipe looks fancy but is easy to prepare. Lightly flour chicken breast cutlets then pan fry in olive oil and butter for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken from pan and add sliced mushrooms. Sauté mushrooms, then pour in marsala wine and chicken broth. Simmer to reduce down, then add chicken back and simmer just until sauce coats chicken. Serve chicken topped with the mushroom marsala sauce. The rich, earthy sauce complements the lightly fried chicken beautifully.
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16. Chicken and Dumplings
Ingredients:
- Chicken thighs or breasts
- Onion
- Carrots
- Celery
- Chicken broth
- Salt and pepper
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Milk
- Salt
Warm up with old-fashioned chicken and dumplings. Place chicken thighs or breasts in a pot with onion, carrots, celery, chicken broth, salt and pepper. Simmer until chicken is cooked, 15-20 minutes. Remove chicken and shred or dice. Whisk together a simple biscuit dough of flour, baking powder, milk, and salt. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough into the pot. Cover and simmer 15 minutes more until dumplings are cooked through. Enjoy this hearty dish topped with the flaky dumplings that soak up the savory broth.
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17. Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Ingredients:
- Cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- Buffalo hot sauce
- Lettuce leaves
- Blue cheese or ranch dressing
- Carrots, chopped
- Celery, chopped
- Red onion, chopped
These Buffalo chicken lettuce wraps are spicy and delicious. Shred or chop cooked chicken and toss with Buffalo hot sauce. Serve wrapped in lettuce leaves and topped with crumbled blue cheese or ranch dressing to cool off the heat. Fillings like chopped carrots, celery, and red onion add crunch. The crisp lettuce leaves hold all the bold Buffalo chicken flavors for the perfect hand-held low-carb meal. Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your desired spice level for easy Buffalo chicken wraps.
