12 Chicken Breast Recipes That’ll Save Dinner in Under 30 Minutes
Busy nights call for quick solutions—and chicken breast is the weeknight hero you can always count on. These 12 recipes are fast, flavorful, and perfect for when you need dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. From skillet classics to bold new twists, each dish is designed to keep things simple without sacrificing taste. Whether you’re feeding the family or just yourself, these recipes are your shortcut to a satisfying meal with zero stress.
Pesto Grilled Chicken
This Pesto Grilled Chicken with a yogurt marinade is so good! The yogurt tenderizes the chicken, and the pesto adds the best taste and color.
Pan Seared Chicken Breast
This pan seared chicken breast comes out irresistibly seasoned with a golden brown crust and a juicy, tender interior! Here are all our tips and tricks to this family favorite—serve it with a few sides, or add to salads, tacos rice bowls, and more.
Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mozzarella
Air fryer stuffed chicken breast is a delicious, quick & easy midweek meal, mine are loaded with gooey mozzarella cheese & jalapeno peppers. Preparation for this recipe can be comfortably done in 10 minutes and cooking takes less than 20 making this an ideal midweek dinner.
Baked Chicken Breast
We’ve cracked the code to perfectly flavorful and juicy oven baked chicken breast! Our foolproof method uses simple tricks and a delicious seasoning blend. Say hello to a chicken dinner you’ll want to make again and again!
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Quick and easy to make, this air fryer chicken parmesan comes out so juicy and delicious. Simple ingredients and perfectly crispy!
Honey Mustard Chicken
Honey Mustard Chicken is sweet and savory, tender and juicy, and it comes together in just 20 minutes! You only need 10 ingredients to make this kid-friendly chicken dinner recipe.
Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe
This Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe is super simple and only needs 7 ingredients like minced garlic, fresh herbs, and cream to bring all the flavor. In about 20 minutes, you’ll have a rich, garlic-packed sauce that’s perfect with potatoes, sweet potatoes, rice, or pasta—your preference! Plus, it’s a one-pan dinner, so you’ll spend way less time cleaning up.
Sautéed Chicken and Mushroom
This easy one pan 30 minute meal is perfect for a weeknight family meal. Sautéed chicken and mushroom is made with simple ingredients and loaded with flavor.
Hummus Crusted Chicken
This easy to prep hummus crusted chicken is great for an easy weeknight meal. Get perfectly juicy every single time!
Grilled Dijon Chicken
Made with four ingredients, this simple dijon grilled chicken is quick to cook and full on flavor. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Air Fryer Tyson Southern Style Chicken Breast Tenderloins
Learn how to make Tyson Southern Style Chicken Tenderloins in the air fryer or Ninja Foodi! With crispy, golden brown breading and juicy, tender chicken, these chicken tenderloins are sure to be a hit with the whole family and can be made in just 15 minutes or less!
Creamy Pesto Chicken
This creamy pesto chicken is made with a only few ingredients – an easy and healthy weeknight meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes!
