18 Chicken Recipes You Can Whip Up in 30 Minutes or Less!
In a rush but still craving something delicious? These 18 chicken recipes are your perfect solution, each one taking 30 minutes or less to prepare. Whether you’re after a quick dinner or need something to satisfy the whole family, these meals pack a punch of flavor without keeping you in the kitchen for long.
The BEST Orange Chicken
This sweet & savory Orange Chicken recipe is quick, easy and on the table in less than 30 minutes! Perfect for a weeknight fakeaway (sorry, Panda Express), this version is better for you than the fast food version and uses real ingredients. The whole family will enjoy this copycat Chinese Orange Chicken recipe that is packed full of flavor!
Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Pasta is so flavorful it’s sure to elicit a marriage proposal! This creamy, delicious pasta is easy to make and gets rave reviews every time. Whip it up for a quick weeknight meal or a fancy date night!
Easy Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken
Have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with this easy and delicious baked pesto mozzarella chicken. Low-carb, gluten-free, and made with simple ingredients.
Air Fryer Barbecue Chicken
This Air Fryer Barbecue Chicken is easy to make and great for a quick and affordable weeknight meal. These chicken drumsticks are the perfect mix of sticky, juicy, and crispy all at the same time!
Chicken Bacon Greek Salad
This Chicken Bacon Greek Salad is not for the faint of the salad heart. With chicken, bacon, and classic Greek salad flavors, it is hearty enough for a full meal but also perfect for adding some more salad into your diet.
Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowl
A tangy hot sauce coating protein-packed chicken, along plenty of fresh veggies and garnished with creamy feta and avocado all over a bed of fluffy white rice. This Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowl is a hearty meal, perfect for meal prep, that you’re going to want to make again and again.
Creamy Chicken Pasta
On your table in just 30 minutes – this Creamy Chicken Pasta is a winner every time! Packed full of fall flavors like red wine, mushrooms and thyme, it’s a perfect Saturday night dinner – that you will love to have in your lunchbox come Monday. And sure to become your new favorite pasta dish!
Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Hearty Chicken Fried Rice is a classic Chinese dish that is packed full of goodness from leftover rice, tender pan-seared chicken, root vegetables, fragrant fresh garlic, scrambled egg, and tangy green onions! Ready in just 30 minutes it’s ideal on busy weeknights for feeding the whole family – fast!
Chili’s Chicken Enchilada Soup Copycat
This Chicken Enchilada Soup recipe is filled with tender chicken, green chiles, black beans and sweet corn in a boldly flavored cheesy and creamy broth. Made with simple ingredients, and packed with traditional Tex-Mex flavors, this easy enchilada soup recipe comes together in 30 minutes.
Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Chicken and Dumpling Soup is the ultimate comfort food to make on a cold night. I’ve also included the best tips to make this family favorite, simple recipe even quicker. This southern chicken dish is sure to be a comforting meal for the whole family.
Panera Tortellini Alfredo
Tender, cheese-filled tortellini is bathed in a creamy alfredo sauce in this easy recipe for copycat Panera Tortellini Alfredo. Add some sliced, cooked chicken breast for more protein or serve as is for a delicious meatless dinner option that is sure to satisfy the whole family!
Buffalo Chicken Salad for One
If you love salad like I do, then you will love this loaded Buffalo Chicken Salad topped with my Homemade Greek Yogurt Ranch! This single serving salad will leave you full and satisfied! It’s loaded with veggies, chicken, and savory blue cheese in every bite!
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Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken And Veggies
This Paleo Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies recipe is a delicious weeknight dinner! Done in under 30 minutes, healthy, gluten free & so easy to make! This baked balsamic chicken and potatoes will without a doubt become a favorite it your house!
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
Creamy, flavorful Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is an easy yet show-stopping recipe to cook up for those you love! Chicken, tortellini, sun dried tomatoes and cream come together for a dish everyone will adore. This viral TikTok dish is famous for a reason, and you’ll be whipping it up in no time!
Spicy Honey Chicken
Spicy Honey Chicken made with chicken thighs rubbed with a smoky blend of spices and brushed with a sticky sweet honey sauce is one of our favorite dinners during grilling season. Serve it with rice or on top of a bed of arugula dressed with an easy citrus vinaigrette for a delicious meal!
Spicy Chicken Tacos
Looking for a taco recipe that will wake up your taste buds? These spicy chicken tacos are exactly what you need! With tender, juicy chicken cooked in a fiery marinade, every bite delivers a perfect mix of smoky, savory flavors.
BBQ Chicken Sliders
These BBQ Chicken Sliders aren’t your average slider sandwiches. Nope. They aren’t even your average BBQ chicken sandwich. They are the best little mini sandwiches you will ever sink your teeth into!
Lemon Garlic Chicken
This easy lemon garlic chicken recipe is a quick skillet meal that makes a family-friendly dinner! The creamy sauce will have you hooked.
