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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    17 Easy Chicken Dinners That Are Ready in a Flash

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 11, 2025, updated January 7, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Chicken is a common go-to for quick and easy dinners, and there are so many simple recipes that can be whipped up in no time. From stir-fries to sheet pan meals, these dishes are perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Here are 17 chicken dinners that are not only fast to prepare but also full of flavor.

    Chicken Stuffed with Feta Cheese

    Feta stuffed chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These chicken filets are filled with Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil, offering a tasty spin on a classic meal. This is a great option for busy weeknights when you want something simple yet flavorful.

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    Spinach and Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken

    Stuffed chicken breast.
    Photo credit: Tia Clara.

    This cream cheese-stuffed chicken breast is a tasty way to enjoy chicken with a creamy spinach and cheese filling. It's easy to make and doesn't require an oven, perfect for a quick meal.

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    Ranch Chicken & Potato Casserole

    Ranch potato bake.
    Photo credit: The Food Blog.

    This Ranch Chicken and Potato Casserole combines chicken, potatoes, broccoli, bacon, and cheese all in one pan for a cozy meal. It's perfect for a quick and delicious dinner during the week.

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    Caprese Chicken

    Caprese chicken.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    Caprese Chicken is an easy dish that requires just 5 ingredients and can be prepared in a single pan. It's a comforting meal that your family will love and will quickly become a favorite for busy weeknight dinners.

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    Sheet Pan Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken

    Baked prosciutto wrapped chicken.
    Photo credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken is an easy and quick dinner that you can prepare on a sheet pan. This dish is a great choice to include in your weekly meals.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet pan dinner is a great option for busy nights. Just chop everything up, mix it together, and let it bake with chicken, veggies, and sauce all in one pan.

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    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
    Photo Credit: Pups With Chopsticks.

    Grilled Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken is easy to prepare and full of delicious flavors from the marinade. This juicy and savory chicken works well for a variety of meals.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Legs

    Chicken legs marinated in Mexican chicken marinade.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Crispy chicken legs with juicy meat are a great addition to any meal. This recipe ensures you get tender meat and perfectly browned skin every time.

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    ​Chicken Thighs with Grapes, Thyme & Smoked Paprika

    Roast Chicken and Grapes on a plate
    Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson.

    This oven-roasted chicken dish is simple to prepare and features a tasty mix of sweet grapes, smoky paprika, and savory chicken with thyme. It's a great option for a weeknight dinner or when you're entertaining friends.

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    Paella

    Paella.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This paella is an easy and delicious dish that everyone will enjoy. Loaded with saffron, white wine, shrimp, chicken, peas, and bell peppers, it's great for serving a crowd with minimal effort.

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    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

    Marry me chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy delight featuring crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, paprika, and oregano. It's simple to prepare with just a few common herbs and hardly any prep time.

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    Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs & Sweet Potatoes

    Sheet pan with chicken and sweet potatoes.
    Photo credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    This dish is easy to prepare with everyday ingredients and takes only 30 minutes to cook. It's a delicious and filling option that you'll want to include in your weekly meals.

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    Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken

    Baked parmesan crusted chicken.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    Parmesan-crusted chicken is a simple and tasty meal that you can easily prepare in the oven. This cheesy and crispy dish is perfect for dipping and can be ready in under 30 minutes.

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    Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

    Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken pasta dish is ready in 30 minutes and is perfect for a weeknight meal. It features a creamy homemade alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked noodles that everyone will enjoy.

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    Ranch Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies

    Sheet pan with chicken and veggies.
    Photo credit: Budget Delicious.

    This sheet pan chicken dinner with veggies is perfect for busy families looking for a quick and healthy meal. Just throw everything on the pan, bake it, and dinner is served!

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    Chicken Thigh Tray Bake

    Chicken thighs and vegetables.
    Photo credit: Living Lou.

    This chicken tray bake is perfect for a quick family dinner on a busy weeknight. Simply toss chicken thighs, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and carrots in the oven with a flavorful marinade, and it's ready in under 45 minutes.

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    Baked Chicken & Potatoes

    Baked chicken and potatoes.
    Photo credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

    This one-pan meal features juicy chicken, crispy potatoes, and charred broccoli all tossed in a delicious lemon garlic butter sauce. It's a simple and satisfying dinner option for busy weeknights that requires very little cleanup.

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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 20+ years 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, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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