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16 Chicken Dinners in 30 Minutes—Fast, Flavorful & Totally Foolproof!

Busy nights call for quick, delicious meals that don’t skimp on flavor! These 16 chicken dinners come together in just 30 minutes, making them perfect for hectic weeknights or last-minute cravings. From creamy skillet dishes to zesty stir-fries, each recipe is packed with bold flavors and simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Get ready to whip up a foolproof dinner—fast, easy, and totally satisfying!

Skillet Lemon Chicken & Rice

Skillet Lemon Chicken & Rice
Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

This Skillet Lemon Chicken & Rice is a quick, easy weeknight dinner that is loaded with bright, fresh flavors and made in one pan for minimal clean up and fuss!

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Mushroom Swiss Chicken

Mushroom Swiss Chicken
Photo Credit: Bake it with Love.

Mushroom Swiss Chicken breasts are an easy stovetop chicken dinner that the whole family will enjoy any day of the week. The classic flavor combination of juicy chicken, melted Swiss cheese, and tender mushrooms is always a hit at any meal.

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Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken
Photo Credit: 2 Cookin Mamas.

Delicate, hearty, and wonderfully savory, prosciutto wrapped chicken is an entree that looks and tastes gourmet. Made with simple ingredients, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to cook at home. A quick and easy weeknight dinner that is delicious enough to serve for special occasions.

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Easy Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken

Easy Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken
Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

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.
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Creamy Chicken Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pasta
Photo Credit: Always Use Butter.

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!

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Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Easy Chicken Fried Rice
Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

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!

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Honey Lime Chicken

Photo Credit: Cooking with Karli.

Honey Lime Chicken is a sweet and savory infused shredded chicken that works great nestled in a tortilla with rice, cheese and beans to make a delicious Honey Lime Chicken Taco.
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The BEST Orange Chicken

The BEST Orange Chicken
Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

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!
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Chicken and Broccoli Pasta (One Pot Meal!)

Chicken and Broccoli Pasta (One Pot Meal!)
Photo Credit: Cooking with Karli.

This chicken and broccoli pasta dish is a simple and delicious weeknight meal that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The tender chicken, crisp broccoli and al dente pasta are cooked together in a flavorful creamy cheese sauce for a satisfying and easy One Pot Meal.

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Chicken Thai Salad (Panera Copycat)

Chicken Thai Salad (Panera Copycat) 
Photo Credit: Cinnamon and Sage Co

This fresh and crunchy Chicken Thai Salad is actually a favorite Panera Bread copycat recipe! Make your own version right at home easily and without spending the money.
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Chicken Stroganoff

Chicken Stroganoff
Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

Rich, creamy, and ready in just 30 minutes, Chicken Stroganoff is a classic Russian dish that is extremely comforting and easy to make. Served with pasta, rice, or potatoes, this is one family dinner that will quickly become a household favorite!

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Instant Pot Chicken and Gravy

Instant Pot Chicken and Gravy
Photo Credit: Cooking with Karli.

Instant Pot Chicken and Gravy is just that, perfectly cooked chicken in record time smothered in a flavorful gravy perfect for rice or mashed potatoes. Just dump and go!
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BLACKENED CHICKEN TACOS WITH MANGO HABANERO SALSA

BLACKENED CHICKEN TACOS WITH MANGO HABANERO SALSA
Photo Credit: Flavor Mosaic.

These Blackened Chicken Tacos with Mango Habanero Salsa are filled with the flavor of Cajun Blackened Chicken and the sweet heat of Mango Habanero Salsa.

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Chicken Hawaiian Haystacks Recipe

Chicken Hawaiian Haystacks Recipe
Photo Credit: Cooking with Karli.

Easy Hawaiian Haystacks is a family favorite Dinner Recipe! A creamy chicken gravy served over rice topped with diced chicken and all sorts of toppings! Mandarin Oranges, pineapple, olives, green onions, carrots, and (my favorite) Chow Mein noodles. This is a dinner everyone will love!
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Easy Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts

Easy Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts
Photo Credit: 2 Cookin Mamas.

Forgot to thaw dinner? No problem with these quick and easy Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts! Just 25 minutes from frozen to a moist and juicy chicken dinner.

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Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Photo Credit: A Couple Cooks.

These honey garlic chicken thighs are full of sticky, sweet, and savory flavor! You can whip up this recipe in just 30 minutes, making it easy for busy weeknights or entertaining.

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