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    Home » Chicken

    17 Quick Chicken Dinners Perfect for Mother's Day

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated April 27, 2026 · Published May 1, 2026 · Leave a Comment

    Mother's Day is the perfect occasion to show appreciation with a delicious homemade meal. These 17 chicken dinner ideas are quick and easy, taking 30 minutes or less to prepare, so you can spend more time celebrating. From simple stir-fries to flavorful baked dishes, there's something here for every mom.

    Thai Cashew Chicken

    Thai Cashew Chicken with chopsticks.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    Cashew Chicken is a tasty dish that brings a burst of flavor and crunch to your meal. It's easy to prepare and a great way to liven up your weeknight dinners.

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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 quick meal. It features a creamy homemade alfredo sauce, tender chicken breast, and perfectly cooked noodles, making it a comforting choice for any night.

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    Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken

    Honey Mustard Chicken in a stainless steel pan.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This creamy Honey Mustard Chicken skillet dish is ready in just 30 minutes. With its rich flavors and one-pan preparation, it's bound to become a favorite, especially with the delicious sauce that pairs well with rice, potatoes, and roasted vegetables.

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    Garlic Butter Chicken

    Garlic butter chicken.
    Photo credit: Served From Scratch.

    This garlic butter chicken is quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and is loaded with rich flavors. It's a great addition to any meal, making it a delicious choice for special occasions.

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    Hawaiian BBQ Chicken

    Grilled chicken with pineapple slices.
    Photo Credit: XOXOBella.

    Tender chicken is a great choice for any meal, and this easy grilled chicken recipe with just eight ingredients is a winner. The combination of chicken and pineapple brings together sweet, tangy, and savory flavors for a delicious dish.

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    Larb Gai

    Larb gai.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Thai chicken salad is a healthy option you'll want to prepare regularly. It features a flavorful base and is topped with crunchy peanuts.

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    Chicken and Rice

    15-Minute Chicken and Rice
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipes.

    A quick chicken and rice dish is always a hit. This one is ready in just 15 minutes and is packed with flavor.

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    Teriyaki Chicken & Broccoli Skillet

    Teroyaki chicken and broccoli.
    Photo credit: Fit As A Mama Bear.

    This chicken teriyaki broccoli skillet features tender pieces of chicken cooked in a simple, gluten-free teriyaki sauce. It's a great dinner option for busy people.

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    Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad

    Pasta salad.
    Photo credit: Nutmeg and Vinegar.

    This chicken pesto pasta salad is a great choice for spring and summer. It's a healthy and easy salad that you can whip up quickly, making it ideal for a BBQ.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta

    Buffalo chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a quick and tasty dish that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. It combines spicy buffalo sauce and tangy blue cheese with pasta and chicken for a satisfying meal.

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    Fried Green Curry Spaghetti

    A bowl of fried spaghetti with green curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Thai curry and spaghetti come together in a dish that's so good you'll want to have it regularly. It's a simple yet flavorful meal that's perfect for any occasion.

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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 for a delicious meal. It's a great option for a special dinner.

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    Thin Basil Chicken Breasts

    Thin Basil Chicken Breasts.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Thin chicken breasts can be cooked in the air fryer for a simple and tasty dinner. In just 6 minutes, you can enjoy a dish packed with garlic and basil flavor.

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    Balsamic Chicken

    Balsamic chicken on a Dutch oven.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Balsamic chicken is a quick and flavorful choice for dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's ideal for busy nights when you want something delicious without spending too much time cooking.

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    Creamy Chicken Pasta with Red Wine & Mushrooms

    Red wine chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Creamy Chicken Pasta is ready in just 30 minutes and is always a hit. With rich flavors from red wine, mushrooms, and thyme, it's a simple dinner that's great for leftovers too.

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    Sundried Tomato Pasta with Chicken

    Sundried Tomato Pasta with Chicken
    Photo credit: Always use butter

    Sundried Tomato Pasta with Chicken is a quick and tasty dish that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. The creamy sauce is full of flavor from crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs, making it a great choice for a weeknight dinner or special celebration.

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    Blackened Chicken Thighs

    Blackened Chicken Thighs.
    Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

    Bold and spicy flavors transform tender chicken into a delicious and satisfying meal. This dish is perfect for celebrating Mother's Day with something special.

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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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