Chicken breasts are notorious for becoming dry and boring. But it doesn't have to be! Gone are the days of bland and rubbery chicken breasts because these recipes are guaranteed to please everyone on the table. Whether you're looking for easy-to-make recipes you can do on a busy weeknight or you're craving a flavor-packed dinner, you'll find that here. Check out these 35 recipes that will make you reach for chicken breasts more often!
1. Caprese Chicken
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This Easy 5-ingredient Caprese Chicken is everything you want in a one-pan meal. It’s wholesome, healthy, delicious, hearty, total comfort food, and a family favorite. The best part is this gluten-free dinner recipe has only 5 ingredients and is made in one pan. Get the Caprese Chicken recipe here.
2. Grilled Tandoori Chicken Kebabs
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This Tandoori Chicken Kebabs recipe is easy to make on the grill, tender and packed with flavor. It’s the perfect recipe for a weeknight BBQ or for entertaining. The hardest part about this recipe is waiting for the chicken to marinate! Get the Grilled Tandoori Chicken Kebabs recipe here.
3. Instant Pot BBQ Shredded Chicken Recipe
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Make this Instant Pot BBQ shredded chicken in under 20 minutes! Great for serving on sandwiches, tacos, or as a filling for baked potatoes with cheese! Saucy and delicious BBQ shredded chicken made in the Instant Pot. Get the Instant Pot BBQ Shredded Chicken Recipe here.
4. Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry
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Weeknight shortcuts are the best! Try this Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry using frozen vegetables for a quick one-pot wonder dinner the whole family will enjoy. This recipe is suitable for keto, whole30, paleo, and gluten-free diets. Get the Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry recipe here.
5. Maple Dijon Chicken
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Meet the easiest chicken recipe ever. This easy Maple Dijon Chicken is made with just 5 ingredients and only needs 10 minutes of prep time! Juicy chicken is pan-seared and coated in a creamy, sweet-and-savory maple dijon sauce. Get the Maple Dijon Chicken recipe here.
6. Grilled Buffalo Chicken
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This Grilled Buffalo Chicken has all the flavor of your favorite chicken wings and is ideal for cooking outside or on a stovetop grill pan. You’re going to adore this simple and adaptable chicken meal. Get the Grilled Buffalo Chicken recipe here.
7. Instant Pot Chicken Soup
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You will undoubtedly love this Instant Pot Chicken Soup for any night of the week! This easy pressure cooker recipe is simple to make with pantry staples so that it can be thrown together for a quick dinner. Get the Instant Pot Chicken Soup recipe here.
8. Easy Cheesy Chicken Bake
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Easy Cheesy Baked Chicken is a perfect weeknight dinner recipe. Juicy chicken breasts seasoned with garlic and ranch, smothered in three kinds of cheese, and baked to perfection -- a ridiculously delicious comfort food meal. Get the Easy Cheesy Chicken Bake recipe here.
9. Tequila-Lime Grilled Chicken Club
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This Tequila-Lime Grilled Chicken Club is tender, juicy, and the perfect alternative to beef burgers for your next summer meal. It is sure to rock your world! Plus, sandwiches are the perfect summer meal. Get the Tequila-Lime Grilled Chicken Club recipe here.
10. Instant Pot Orange Chicken
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Sweet and tender Instant Pot Orange Chicken is ready for a weeknight dinner in less than 30 minutes. The whole family will love the flavorful sauce, and you'll love how easy it is to make. This recipe is also gluten-free! Get the Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe here.
11. Maple Dijon Chicken Breast
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This Skillet Chicken Breast recipe is a family favorite! Made with boneless skinless chicken breast and a maple mustard glaze that you'll find irresistible. Get the Maple Dijon Chicken Breast recipe here.
12. Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Teriyaki
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Teriyaki chicken is a classic meal, packed with salty and sweet goodness. This grilled Hawaiian chicken teriyaki gets a fruity twist with the tropical goodness of pineapple. The best part is the pineapple grills up perfectly! Get the Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Teriyaki recipe here.
13. Bruschetta Chicken Bake
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Bruschetta Chicken Bake is a healthy Italy-inspired dish. It is made of chicken breast that’s topped with flavorful bruschetta, melted mozzarella cheese, balsamic glaze and fresh basil. Get the Bruschetta Chicken Bake recipe here.
14. Chicken Curry
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This Chicken Curry is full of creamy curry flavor and loaded with red peppers and green beans. It's easy to make on a weeknight and ready in under 30 minutes. Get the Chicken Curry recipe here.
15. Milanesa de Pollo
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Thin chicken breasts are coated in homemade seasonings to make extra traditional Milanesa de Pollo. This chicken Milanese recipe produces extra crunchy, juicy chicken in half an hour. Get the Milanesa de Pollo recipe here.
16. Hawaiian Chicken
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One recipe that is quick, easy and delicious is Hawaiian Chicken. The sauce blends crushed pineapple, brown sugar, soya sauce and ketchup. It sounds a little strange, but it works wonderfully together. Get the Hawaiian Chicken recipe here.
17. Spicy Southwest Salad
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This spicy southwest salad is what dreams are made of! It'll be your new go-to salad at home with an easy spicy ranch dressing, perfectly seasoned chicken, and tons of vegetables! Get the Spicy Southwest Salad recipe here.
18. Baked Greek Chicken Breasts
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These Baked Greek Chicken breasts are a family favorite recipe. Everything from the juicy chicken to the Mediterranean-inspired vegetables and broth is easily cooked in one pot. Get the Baked Greek Chicken Breasts recipe here.
19. Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast with Garlic Herb Butter
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This cast iron skillet chicken is super easy to make, perfectly seasoned golden brown chicken that is tender and juicy and goes perfectly with any side dish! To make this even better, it is topped with garlic herb butter, adding even more flavor! Get the Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast with Garlic Herb Butter recipe here.
20. Hawaiian Chicken Bowl
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These Hawaiian chicken bowls are the perfect healthy meal, full of veggies, flavor, and protein. If you are looking for an easy meal or meal prep recipe I highly recommend trying these bowls! Get the Hawaiian Chicken Bowl recipe here.
21. Easy Marry Me Chicken
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This Tuscan chicken recipe combines juicy chicken breasts with sundried tomato cream sauce. It's an easier adaptation of the famous "Marry Me Chicken"! It's a chicken breast recipe with sun-dried tomatoes and a creamy sauce! Get the Easy Marry Me Chicken recipe here.
22. Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
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This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole will knock your socks off. It is much easier than a traditional rolled and breaded cordon bleu and has even more flavor. With chicken, ham, and swiss in a creamy dijon sauce, you won't miss the breading one bit. Since you aren't coating or stuffing the chicken it is quick and easy. Get the Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole recipe here.
23. Chicken Wild Rice Soup
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Hearty and delicious, this chicken wild rice soup is pure comfort food at its best! Creamy soup packed with earthy flavors of mushrooms and fresh herbs. Easy to make, this soup will keep you warm on a fall or wintry cold night. This recipe can be made gluten-free, and dairy-free! Get the Chicken Wild Rice Soup recipe here.
24. Easy Blackened Chicken Recipe
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This Easy Blackened Chicken Recipe is so delicious, moist and juicy. All you need is blackened seasoning, chicken and oil for this recipe! This recipe is also naturally dairy-free and gluten-free! Get the Easy Blackened Chicken Recipe here.
25. Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Chicken
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Creamy sun-dried tomato pesto chicken is a crowd-pleasing main dish, ready in 30 minutes or less. This recipe is also delicious with a traditional basil pesto sauce. It has a completely different flavor but is equally easy and crowd-pleasing. Get the Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Chicken recipe here.
26. Creamy Mustard Chicken Recipe
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Creamy Mustard Chicken Recipe is a delicious skillet chicken dinner recipe that turns chicken breast into an easy 30-minute meal! You just brown the chicken and make a simple sauce to go on top. That’s it! Get the Creamy Mustard Chicken Recipe here.
27. Dutch Oven Chicken
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Dutch Oven Chicken is a great go-to recipe. It's easy-to-make comfort food. Tender chicken and caramelized onions are topped with nutty poppy seeds and a crunchy, buttery cracker topping. It's a tasty company chicken casserole recipe to prepare outdoors in a cast iron Dutch Oven or in your home kitchen. Get the Dutch Oven Chicken recipe here.
28. Italian Chicken Skillet
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Made with chicken breasts, plum tomatoes, garlic, fresh mozzarella, and spices. This healthy chicken recipe is juicy, tender, and packed with flavor! Get the Italian Chicken Skillet recipe here.
29. Cranberry Chicken Salad
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This cranberry chicken salad – served on a buttery croissant – makes a cool, delicious summer lunch. The cranberries give it some sweetness, while the onion and celery add some crunch. Get the Cranberry Chicken Salad recipe here.
30. Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe
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This Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast is a fabulous dinner idea. It is full of flavor and is a great weeknight meal. This is a simple 30-minute meal that tastes amazing and is incredibly easy to make. Get the Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe here.
31. Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken
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Everyone loves the ease of this Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken! Forget takeout - and make it right at home! It is quick and easy and tastes just like what you'd get from a restaurant. Get the Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe here.
32. Dairy-Free Pizza Chicken Bake
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Just 3 ingredients for this easy Dairy-Free Pizza Chicken Bake! A healthy dinner idea that's gluten-free, allergy-free, low-carb keto, and with paleo options! Kids will love this chicken casserole recipe that can be customized with homemade marinara sauce and any pizza toppings you want! Get the Dairy-Free Pizza Chicken Bake recipe here.
33. BBQ Chicken Sandwich
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This tender, juicy BBQ Chicken Sandwich is the ultimate party food! Fried chicken soaked in bbq sauce and topped with your favorite toppings! Get the BBQ Chicken Sandwich recipe here.
34. Easy Balsamic Chicken
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Easy Balsamic Chicken is a quick one-pan dinner that can be whipped up in under 20 minutes. The tomatoes and balsamic vinegar make a delicious sauce, and you'll have a healthy and filling dinner in no time. Get the Easy Balsamic Chicken recipe here.
35. Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms
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This Instant Pot chicken and mushrooms is a delicious weeknight dinner with a hearty and natural flavor. The instant Pot will make your chicken breast into a creamy and juicy delicacy. Low-carb dish in only 20 minutes! Get the Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms recipe here.
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30 Mouthwatering Mediterranean Recipes to Satisfy Your Cravings
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25 Healthy Chicken Tenderloin Recipes
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Easy grilled chicken tenders, simply marinated and grilled in the pan or on a grill. Perfect for serving as they are, sliced on a salad or in sandwiches. Either you marinade them for hours, or just for 30 minutes before cooking, the grilled strips will still be moist and wonderful. 25 Healthy Chicken Tenderloin Recipes
30 Foolproof Soups for Easy Winter Dinners
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Effortless Eats: Simple Dinner Ideas with Quick and Easy Prep
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