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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    14 Irresistibly Cheesy Chicken Recipes Done in Under 40 Minutes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 1, 2024, updated September 27, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    If you're a fan of cheesy chicken dishes and need some new quick meal ideas, look no further. These 14 recipes are perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious and satisfying on the table in no time. From creamy casseroles to gooey stuffed chicken breasts, these cheesy creations are sure to please your palate.

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza

    Chicken bacon ranch pizza.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This cheesy chicken pizza is quick to make and totally irresistible. Your new go-to pizza with amazing flavors!

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    Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

    Buffalo chicken quesadillas.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Satisfy your cravings with these quick and cheesy quesadillas that are packed with spicy flavor. Perfect for a delicious meal any day of the week!

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    Lemon Chicken Pasta

    Lemon chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Satisfy your cravings with this cheesy lemon chicken pasta that's ready in just 20 minutes. Spaghetti coated in a creamy lemon garlic Parmesan sauce and served with tender sauteed chicken - a tasty meal for the whole family.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta

    Buffalo chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Whip up this tasty Buffalo Chicken Pasta in no time! It's a great dinner option with spicy buffalo sauce, tangy blue cheese, pasta, and chicken all mixed together.

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    BBQ Chicken Wraps

    Chicken wraps.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    Satisfy your craving for cheesy chicken with these quick and tasty BBQ Chicken Wraps that are ready in under 10 minutes. No need to spend hours grilling - get that bold barbecue flavor in a flash!

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    Tacobell Copycat Chicken Quesadillas

    Copycat Taco Bell quesadilla with dip.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Satisfy your cravings with homemade chicken quesadillas that rival Taco Bell's! Enjoy the melty cheese, flavorful grilled chicken, and creamy sauce for a quick and tasty meal that's sure to please.

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    Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken

    Baked parmesan crusted chicken.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    Satisfy your cravings with cheesy chicken that's baked to perfection in under 40 minutes. This dish is a crowd-pleaser with its crispy coating and gooey cheese, making it a delicious option for any weeknight meal.

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    Parmesan Chicken Casserole

    Parmesan Chicken Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Savor the delicious flavors of a classic chicken parm in a quick and convenient casserole that's ready in just 30 minutes.

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    Chicken Stuffed with Feta Cheese

    Feta stuffed chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These chicken filets are packed with Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil, making them incredibly cheesy and delicious. They're quick to make and all done in under 40 minutes.

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    One-Pan Cajun Chicken Pasta

    Cajun chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This simple chicken pasta combines spicy and creamy flavors, making it a guaranteed hit with everyone.

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    Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

    Buffalo Chicken Sandwich.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Whip up a delicious Buffalo Chicken Sandwich in less than 30 minutes. The spicy chicken pairs perfectly with a zesty blue cheese slaw for a true flavor explosion.

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    Caprese Chicken

    Caprese chicken.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    Savor the simplicity of this Caprese Chicken dish made with just 5 ingredients. It's a satisfying and comforting one-pan meal that's ready in no time.

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    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Feta Cheese

    Creamy feta cheese chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Adding feta cheese to this creamy chicken pasta makes it so rich and flavorful, for a great twist that everyone will love.

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    Chicken Noodle Casserole

    A plate of chicken noodle casserole.
    Photo credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    This Chicken Noodle Casserole is a tasty twist on the classic soup, packed with chicken, veggies, and egg noodles in a creamy sauce. It's a budget-friendly dish that you can personalize with ingredients you already have.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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