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    Home » Chicken

    20 Quick Chicken Recipes That Feel Like Fine Dining

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated December 9, 2025 · Published December 28, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    Chicken is a versatile ingredient that can easily be transformed into dishes that feel special and elegant. With just a few simple techniques and flavorful ingredients, you can create meals that impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Here are 20 quick chicken recipes that bring a touch of fine dining to your table.

    Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers

    Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo credit: Lynn's Way of Life.

    Stuffed peppers are a great choice for a weeknight dinner, featuring easy-to-find ingredients like orzo, ground chicken, and gooey mozzarella on top. This dish is sure to please the whole family.

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    Thin Basil Chicken Breasts

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

    Prepare a tasty dinner quickly by using your air fryer to cook thin chicken breasts. With garlic and basil seasoning, this meal is ready in just 6 minutes.

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    Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

    Million dollar casserole.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    This chicken casserole combines shredded chicken, cream cheese, and cream of chicken soup, all topped with buttery Ritz crackers. It's a tasty dish that feels special but is easy to prepare.

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    Larb Gai

    Larb gai.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Thai chicken salad is a tasty and simple dish you'll enjoy making regularly. It has a flavorful mix topped with crunchy peanuts.

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    Easy Paella

    Paella.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This chicken dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress everyone. It's loaded with flavor and works well for gatherings, plus any leftovers are just as delicious.

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    Cheesy Salsa Chicken

    CHEESY SALSA CHICKEN.
    Photo credit: A Taste of Madness.

    This chicken dish is easy to make and full of flavor, ideal for a quick dinner during the week. You can whip up a satisfying meal in no time with just a handful of ingredients.

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    Massaman Chicken Curry

    A bowl of massaman chicken curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Massaman Chicken Curry is a tasty one-pot dish that comes together in just 45 minutes with the help of store-bought curry paste. It's creamy and a bit sweet, featuring chicken, potatoes, and peanuts for a filling meal.

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    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 meal that feels like dining out. It's a simple dish that brings a touch of elegance to your dinner table.

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    Italian Herb Chicken

    ITALIAN HERB CHICKEN.
    Photo credit: Two Pink Peonies.

    This chicken dish is easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. It goes well with different sides and is perfect served with alfredo sauce and fettuccine.

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    Chicken Goujons

    CHICKEN GOUJONS.
    Photo credit: Cinnamon & Kale.

    Baked chicken goujons are a healthier version of chicken nuggets that you can whip up in just 30 minutes. They're perfect for a quick family dinner on a busy weeknight.

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    Brown Butter & Sage Chicken

    BROWN BUTTER AND SAGE CHICKEN.
    Photo credit: Through the Fibro Fog.

    Brown butter and sage chicken is full of great flavors and is really easy to prepare on the stovetop. It's a fantastic option for a quick meal that feels special.

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    Chicken Burgers

    A stack of chicken patties.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These chicken patties are packed with flavor and are super easy to make. You can whip them up in the air fryer without any chopping, using just some handy powdered seasonings and a bit of fresh lemon juice.

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    Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken

    Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken.
    Photo credit: Food Meanderings.

    This chicken dish is simple to prepare and packed with flavor, making it ideal for a family dinner in less than half an hour. It's a great option when you want something delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Marry Me Chicken Pasta

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

    This creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is ready in just 20 minutes and is sure to impress everyone at the table. With a tasty mix of crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs, it's simple to make using ingredients you probably already have.

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    Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip

    The Best Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip is ready in under 40 minutes, with only 10 minutes of cooking. It's loaded with hot sauce, sour cream, chicken, and blue cheese, making it a spicy treat for anyone who loves buffalo flavor.

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    Chicken Fajita Casserole

    Chicken fajita casserole.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    Chicken fajita casserole is a delicious and simple dish to whip up at home. Packed with Mexican black beans and quinoa, it offers a hearty meal without needing any pre-cooking.

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    Lemon Chicken & Rice Casserole

    A rice and chicken casseroele.
    Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

    Lemon Chicken and Rice Casserole is a straightforward one-pot dish filled with bright citrus flavors, tender chicken thighs, and creamy rice. It's a tasty and easy meal perfect for any day.

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    Ras El Hanout Chicken

    Ras El Hanout Chicken.
    Photo credit: Like Hot Keto.

    This Moroccan chicken is simple to prepare with just 4 ingredients, resulting in a flavorful and crispy meal. It's perfect for a quick dinner that feels special.

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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 satisfying meal that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. The creamy sauce is full of flavor from crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet-pan dinner is great for busy weeknights. It combines chicken, veggies, and sauce all cooked together on one pan for a tasty meal.

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    More Chicken Recipes

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      20 Easy Chicken Recipes That Are Anything But Boring
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      20 Quick Chicken Dinners to Totally Transform Your Weeknights
    • Ranch potato and chicken casserole.
      19 One-Dish Chicken Recipes Bursting with Big Flavor
    • Sheet pan chicken fajitas.
      21 Dump-and-Bake Chicken Recipes Every Busy Cook Needs

    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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