18 Mouthwatering Chicken Recipes Ready in 20 Minutes or Less
Busy nights call for quick, delicious dinners—and these chicken recipes deliver on both. Whether you’re craving something savory, spicy, or a little sweet, these 18 mouthwatering dishes come together in 20 minutes or less (yes, really!). No more stressing over what to cook—these meals are big on flavor, low on effort, and perfect for weeknight wins. Grab your skillet, because dinner is about to be done faster than takeout.
Chicken Nachos
Fast and kid approved, sheet pan chicken nachos are a delicious way to feed your family – you’ll love this quick rotisserie chicken meal!
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Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Pulled Chicken Sandwiches are a regular meal at my house. They’re delicious, full of protein, and SO quick and easy to make!
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Southwest Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad
This Southwest Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad is loaded with vibrant, flavorful ingredients, tossed with a creamy salsa Ranch dressing and topped off with crushed Doritos®. A fun choice to make and take to any summer gathering.
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Homemade Tzatziki
The best juicy Greek chicken meatballs served over a light and fresh Greek salad dressed in tzatziki sauce. Cook them in the oven, stovetop, or air fryer for quick, healthy, gluten-free, and under 30-minute weeknight dinner or lunch.
Cajun Pasta with Chicken and Tomatoes Recipe
Creamy Cajun Pasta is a favorite weeknight dinner when we crave something comforting and flavorful at the same time.
Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits
Easy Chicken and Dumplings can be thrown together in minutes and can cook in either the Instant Pot or Crockpot. Using Cream of Chicken soups and biscuit dough, this meal is no-prep! Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Creamy Salsa Chicken
Creamy Salsa Chicken is a flavorful, quick dinner using only 3 ingredients! Creamy Salsa Chicken can be made in either a crockpot or an Instant Pot! Salsa, chicken and cream cheese is all it takes to make this easy meal!
Brined Chicken Thighs
Brined chicken thighs are the way to go whenever you’re considering cooking with chicken.
Chicken Club Sandwich
I am a chicken club sandwich lady, and this one is my very fave. Quick, fresh, and flavorful, it’s bound to be your new fixation meal.
Air Fryer Chicken Legs
Experience the perfect blend of crispy skin and tender meat with this foolproof Air Fryer Chicken Legs recipe. Using the magic of air frying technology, these chicken legs turn out golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.
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.
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!
Curry Chicken Salad
Chicken Salad just got a makeover! This Curry Chicken Salad recipe is a mouthwatering flavor bomb. Loaded with curry powder, creamy mayo, crunchy celery, and onion, this recipe will be on repeat for make-ahead lunches!
Chicken Pasta Salad
Cold chicken pasta salad is a summer staple in my house. It is equal parts quick, refreshing, and delicious!
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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.
Fiesta Chicken
Tired of eating the same old tacos every Tuesday? This fiesta chicken is your ticket to new, flavorful eats.
Thai Peanut Chicken Stir Fry
Delicious Thai peanut chicken stir fry is ready to serve in minutes. Full of sweet, salty and spicy flavors, it’s a perfect weeknight meal.
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.
