31 of Our Best Chicken Breast Recipes for Tasty Meals in No Time (2024)

You can dress up versatile chicken breasts in hundreds of different ways, with any flavor combination you want. Whether you prefer oven-baked, boiled, slow-simmered, or in the skillet, everyone will clear their plates when you make these chicken breast recipes for dinner. We've got boneless, skinless chicken breast recipes the whole family will love.

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Hasselback Chicken

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You've had hasselback potatoes; now it's time to give boneless, skinless chicken breasts the same treatment. Make shallow slices into each piece of chicken, then stuff with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and three different cheeses. Try it once, and it'll become your new favorite stuffed chicken breast recipe.

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Almond-Crusted Chicken

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Breaded chicken breast recipes are always popular around the table, and there's a lot to love about this almond-crusted version. For starters, the combination of panko bread crumbs and chopped almonds makes a super crispy coating. And it's ready to eat in just over 30 minutes—great for weeknight dinners.

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Smoky Paprika Garlic Chicken

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Time for a barbecue! This grilled chicken breast recipe is one of the tastiest ways to celebrate summer. Marinate with fresh mint, paprika, garlic, and lemon juice, then toss the chicken on the grill to add delicious smoky flavor.

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Lemon Butter Chicken Breasts

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You had us at lemon butter; it's no wonder this citrusy dish is one of our best chicken breast recipes of all time. Make this simple meal in three easy steps: halve a chicken breast, coat in flour, then watch it sizzle in melted butter and fresh lemon juice.

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Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

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It may sound fancy, but this glazed chicken breast dinner recipe is seriously simple. It starts with steak seasoning and chopped green onion, and finishes with a thick drizzle of maple syrup. Microwaved sweet potatoes help speed the cooking along so everyone can sit down to dinner sooner.

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Adobo Chicken and Black Beans

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This one pan chicken breast dinner starts with inexpensive pantry staples like black beans, chipotle peppers, and chopped onions. Add chicken breasts and thinly sliced Fresno peppers. You'll have dinner on the table in under 25 minutes!

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Ramen-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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The next time you're craving chicken and noodles, try making this stuffed chicken breast recipe. Instead of cooking everything separately, spoon tender ramen noodles into a pocket cut into the chicken and bake. Then top with your favorite pasta sauce and mozzarella cheese to add a touch of Italian flavor.

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup

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Chicken and Lemon-Broccoli Alfredo

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Creamy chicken breast recipes are even better when they're quick, and this one cooks in just 20 minutes. Cook the chicken, mushrooms, and broccoli, then heat up the Alfredo sauce and toss everything together in the same pan. Quick, easy, and delicious.

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Sheet-Pan Chicken with Peaches and Tomatoes

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Use some of the freshest ingredients from late summer to make this simple roasted chicken breast recipe. Let the chicken roast on one sheet pan while the peaches, onions, and tomatoes cook on another. Then serve everything up on one platter for a quick summer meal.

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Cilantro-Ginger Chicken with Peanuts

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Depending on what you're craving, you can serve this boneless chicken breast recipe over cooked brown rice or shredded napa cabbage. Every bite has bold flavors thanks to fresh ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. Freshen it up even more by serving with lime wedges and cilantro.

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Cold Oven Chicken

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No need to preheat your oven—you can toss your dinner straight in. This roasted chicken breast recipe starts cooking as the oven preheats, so it's ready in about 35 minutes. Choose any seasoning blend you want, such as barbecue, cajun-garlic, or fresh herbs.

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Chicken Parmigiana

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Try your hand at an authentic Italian meal of breaded chicken breast with a mozzarella, tomato, and herb topping. The delicious simplicity might just make it your new favorite, especially served over fresh pasta.

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Hot Chicken Salad Casserole

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It's your famous chicken salad recipe baked into a casserole. Chunks of chicken breast and bell peppers swim in a hot-and-cheesy mix featuring a crunchy cornflake topping, making this boneless chicken breast recipe the best of both worlds (chicken salad and casserole).

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Hawaiian Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders

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Before cooking this bacon-wrapped chicken breast recipe, cut the meat into tenders to make it easier to skewer and cook. Marinate in pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sriracha to give the chicken a blend of sweetness and spice. Then wrap the tenders in bacon and toss them on the grill for your own Hawaiian-inspired luau.

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Corn Bread Chicken with Kale

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Inspired by Southern cooking, use corn bread stuffing mix as the coating for this breaded chicken breast recipe. Cook in a skillet to get it nice and crispy, then quick-cook fresh kale to serve on the side. Your Southern feast is ready to eat in just 25 minutes.

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Chicken Dijonnaise

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A delicate drizzle of creamy Dijonnaise sauce adds a punch of flavor to this skillet-cooked chicken breast recipe. Include a sprinkle of fresh thyme for the finishing touch.

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Chicken with Pan Sauce

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Don't rinse those pan drippings down the drain after you sauté a batch of chicken breasts. Mix the savory-flavored "leftovers" with white wine, broth, shallot, and just a splash of whipping cream and simmer to create a rich sauce. There are four sauce variations included in this easy chicken breast recipe so you can mix it up every now and then.

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Mix-and-Match Baked Chicken Fingers and Dipping Sauces

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Baked chicken fingers made from tender chicken breast are sure to please picky eaters. Use pretzels, chips, or flavored crackers as breading, and enjoy with one of our six delicious dipping sauce recipes. You'll never get tired of this breaded chicken breast recipe because you can change up the combinations every time you make it.

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Chicken, Tomato, and Cucumber Salad

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This bright and beautiful entrée is a mix of healthy vegetables and chicken breast tossed in a homemade vinaigrette. Delish! If you want, serve this boneless chicken breast recipe with a little feta cheese.

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Chicken with Marsala Risotto

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Two classic Italian dishes (risotto and marsala) come together in this delicious chicken breast recipe. Sautéed cremini mushrooms give this risotto more flavor than common white mushrooms, and spinach adds a few extra nutrients. Top the risotto with the herb-rubbed chicken breast for a wholesome meal.

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Chimichurri Chicken

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Grilled chicken and green beans become an even better combination with a tangy drizzle of chimichurri sauce. The mix of vinegar, garlic, parsley, and crushed red pepper gives this otherwise simple chicken breast recipe complex flavor.

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Papaya and Coconut Chicken Salad

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Go tropical to infuse new life to chicken breast recipes for dinner. Browned coconut gives the chicken a sweet crunch, while blueberries and papaya provide fruity notes to a side salad of greens.

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Chicken Breasts with Herbs

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Boneless chicken breast recipes don't get more elegant than this. Sauté chicken breasts in butter until golden and top with a homemade lemon-herb pan sauce. Try serving it with roasted potatoes and salad for an easy weeknight dinner.

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Meyer Lemon & Rosemary Chicken Salad

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This easy chicken salad recipe is loaded with protein thanks to halved chicken breasts. Round out the plate with leafy greens, sliced radish, and lemon wedges. This chicken breast recipe is ready in just 30 minutes.

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Creamy Tuscan Chicken

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After cooking chicken breasts until golden in a skillet, they're topped with a luscious garlic cream sauce. Veggies like mushrooms, tomatoes, and spinach make this a complete one-pan meal.

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Chickpea and Chicken Curry Stew

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You can have this hearty stew on the table in just 30 minutes. Shortcuts like frozen mixed veggies, cooked chicken breast, canned beans, and precooked rice help speed up the process. Top each bowl with plain yogurt, lime wedges, and cilantro.

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Mississippi Chicken

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This chicken breast recipe is made with pepperoncini peppers, chicken broth, and ranch dressing powder. Once cooked it's shredded and served over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.

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Air-Fryer Chicken Katsu Sandwiches

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Cooking chicken breasts in the air fryer ensures they're super-crisp and delicious. Serve them on bread with crunchy cabbage and mayo. As one reviewer raved, "Easy and delicious. Whole family including 3 kids gobbled them up."

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Buffalo-Style Spicy Chicken Sandwich

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This spicy buffalo chicken sandwich is topped with cool veggie slaw. It's made with sliced carrots, celery, and blue cheese dressing. Serve on buns with additional crumbled blue cheese.

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Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

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Stir-fry is one of our favorite uses for chicken breasts. Cube the meat and toss it in a wok with green onions, garlic, and mushrooms. Water chestnuts add flavor and crunch to the finished dish.