Looking for new ways to make chicken breast for dinner this week? Try these 65 easy chicken breast dinner recipes that are perfect for your next family meal. You will find healthy baked, skillet, grilled, slow cooker, sheet pan, and air fryer chicken breast recipes.
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As fall gets closer and we spend more time indoors because of the cooler weather, I start looking for cozy and comforting meals made with simple ingredients that I can get on the table fast to feed my family. Since I have picky eaters in my home, it can definitely be a challenge at times to find recipes that are easy to make, budget-friendly and will please everyone.
Luckily, one of our favorite ingredients when it comes to preparing no-fuss family dinners is chicken breast because it’s so versatile, picky eater approved, and can be used in so many different recipes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or for a cozy Sunday night dinner.
So, I thought I would gather up some easy chicken breast dinner ideas that include quick one-pot and sheet pan chicken recipes to baked chicken casseroles, and grilled chicken recipes. As well, as some slow cooker and air fryer chicken breast ideas. We can’t wait to try these delicious and healthy recipes this fall. I hope you find some inspiration as well. Enjoy!
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65 Easy Chicken Breast Recipes for Dinner
These easy chicken breast dinner recipes are perfect for busy families. Find the best ways to make chicken in the skillet, oven, on the grill, in the slow cooker, on a sheet pan, or in the air fryer. These easy and flavorful chicken breast recipes are perfect to add to your meal plan this week.
Skillet and One-Pot Chicken Recipes
One-pot chicken recipes are ideal when you want a delicious homemade dinner but without the pile of dishes to clean up afterward. These quick skillet meals would be great for busy weeknights when you need dinner on the table fast after a long day. You will find easy chicken bowls, stir fry’s, and chicken with pasta.
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The Fresh Cooky
Chicken Teriyaki Bowls
These chicken teriyaki bowls are made with teriyaki sauce, tender marinated chicken, crisp veggies, and sweet caramelized pineapple in less than 30 minutes.
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Whipped it up
Chicken and Rice Bowl with Sesame Dressing and Broccoli
Everyone will love this chicken and rice bowl that is the perfect mix of cozy and fresh. It's made with juicy chicken, roasted broccoli, brown rice, and a creamy sesame dressing for an easy family dinner on busy weeknights.
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Mary's Whole Life
Easy Street Corn Chicken and Rice Bowl
Street corn chicken rice bowls are a flavor-packed dinner made with juicy taco-seasoned chicken, creamy chili-lime street corn, and fluffy cilantro lime rice layered together in one satisfying bowl.
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The Shortcut Kitchen
Honey Teriyaki Chicken
Honey teriyaki chicken turns simple ingredients into a flavorful skillet dinner with tender chicken cooked until golden brown, then simmered in a homemade honey teriyaki sauce.
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Saving You Dinero
Easy Honey Garlic Chicken
This honey garlic chicken with broccoli is a healthy dinner that's better than takeout. Made with pantry staples like soy sauce and honey.
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6
Whole New Mom
One-Pan Chicken and Brussels Sprouts With Butternut Squash and Bacon
This One-Pan Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Skillet with butternut squash and crispy bacon is a healthy dinner that comes together fast with easy cleanup.
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Delicious Crunch
Easy Teriyaki Chicken
A quick and easy teriyaki chicken recipe that is both sweet and savory and can be ready for dinner in 20 minutes!
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8
Hungry Whisk
20-Minute Skillet Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry
This quick one-pan dinner is packed with juicy chicken, crunchy cashews, and delicious flavor making it perfect for busy weeknights!
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9
Kalyn's Kitchen
Ginger Chicken Stir Fry
Ginger Chicken Stir Fry is a flavorful dish that's easy to make even if you’re not that experienced with stir-frying.
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10
Gypsy Plate
Creamy Chicken Skillet
This Creamy Chicken Skillet is a simple dinner recipe made with juicy seared chicken, mushrooms, peppers, parmesan, and herbs simmer in a rich creamy sauce, all in one pan, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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The Peasant's Daughter
Pesto Chicken Tortellini
Creamy Pesto Chicken Tortellini is a one-skillet meal made in just 30-minute with tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and a rich, garlicky pesto sauce.
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12
The Slow Roasted Italian
One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies
One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies is an easy chicken recipe that is coated in a sweet honey garlic sauce for a quick dinner idea for busy weeknights.
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13
I Heart Eating
Caprese Chicken
Caprese Chicken Recipe turns boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a delicious one-skillet 30 minute meal!
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14
Rose Bakes
Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
Marry Me Chicken Pasta has all of the delicious flavors of Marry Me Chicken in this creamy, one-pot pasta dish that can be made in just 30 minutes.
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15
Craving Something Healthy
Chicken With Spinach and Mushrooms
This fast, one-pan chicken with spinach and mushrooms is smothered in a rich, flavorful cream sauce made with Greek yogurt.
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The Foodie Blogger
30-Minute Quick & Easy Chicken Alfredo!
Indulge in tender and juicy chicken breast, homemade Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for a super versatile dish perfect for weeknight family dinners.
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Maplevine Kitchen
Chicken al Limone
Bright, buttery, and full of Italian flavor, this Chicken al Limone is made with golden chicken cutlets and a lemon butter pan sauce.
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Get Inspired Everyday!
Creamy Pesto Chicken
This creamy Pesto Chicken is a crowd pleaser! It's easy enough for weeknights, but still special for entertaining.
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19
Pumpkin 'n Spice
Parmesan Lemon Chicken
This Parmesan Lemon Chicken is a simple dinner recipe with a cheesy, golden crust, and savory sauce that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
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20
Little Nonni
Chicken Limone
Classic Italian chicken limone with tender cutlets pan-seared and simmered in a bright lemon butter sauce.
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21
Corrie Cooks
Chicken Kiev
A comfort food classic, this chicken Kiev is crispy, fulfilling, delicious, and can be ready in 1 hour.
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Oven Baked Chicken Breast Recipes
Oven-baked chicken breast recipes are an easy way to get a delicious dinner on the table with no-fuss. You will find stuffed chicken breast recipes and creamy chicken casseroles that your whole family will love.
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Bites with Bri
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast in the Oven
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast are the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and smoky flavors—easy enough for a weeknight, but impressive enough for guests.
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Chef Not Required
Baked Tuscan Chicken
Baked Tuscan Chicken is a one-pot dish with a rich, creamy sauce featuring semi-dried tomatoes, Dijon mustard, bacon and spinach.
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24
Recipes From a Pantry
Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast is a decadent meal that cooks in under 40 minutes, so it’s perfect for weeknights.
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25
Platter Talk
Oven-Baked Panko Chicken
Oven-Baked Panko chicken is a super-tasty, crispy-coated chicken recipe. It's one of the best ways to make chicken in the oven, as it's made with simple ingredients and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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The Forked Spoon
Oven Baked Chicken Breast
These baked chicken breasts are seasoned with simple pantry ingredients for a perfect weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
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27
Mom Foodie
Blackened Chicken - Cajun Chicken Breasts
Blackened Chicken is an easy spicy Cajun dish. Cajun seasoning is used as Blackened Spice to sear the chicken, which is baked to finish.
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28
Belle of the Kitchen
King Ranch Chicken Recipe
This King Ranch Chicken Recipe is a Tex-Mex favorite! It’s a hearty and comforting casserole that’s perfect for family dinners.
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I Heart Naptime
Spinach and Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast
This spinach stuffed chicken breast is tender and flavorful from a cream cheese filling with spinach and Parmesan cheese.
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30
My Rad Kitchen
Cheesy Chicken Casserole
This Cheesy Chicken Casserole is creamy and comforting, with tender chicken, broccoli, pasta, and a rich homemade cheese sauce.
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31
Baking Beauty
Super Crunchy Potato Chip Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts coated in crispy crunch potato chips. It is baked but tastes fried, and is a family favorite!
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32
Hungry for Thai
Baked Thai Red Curry Chicken with Creamy Tomato Spinach Sauce
Easy Thai Red Curry Chicken Recipe is made with coconut milk and creamy spinach sauce. It's a fusion twist on authentic Thai chicken curry!
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33
Dutch Oven Daddy
Baked Southwest Chicken
Bring bold flavor to your table with this easy baked Southwest Chicken recipe, where ranch and taco seasoning come together for a zesty twist.
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34
The Cookin' Chicks
Melt in Your Mouth Chicken
Get ready for a flavor explosion with our Melt-in-your-Mouth Chicken recipe! It's juicy, tender, and delicious, using only 6 ingredients!
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35
Spend with Pennies
Caesar Chicken Bake
This Caesar chicken recipe is an easy baked chicken dinner with creamy Caesar sauce, melted cheese, and a buttery crouton topping. It is savory and simple enough for busy weeknights.
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36
Tasty Cue
Peppercorn Chicken Bake
Perfect for a family dinner, this peppercorn chicken bake has a creamy sauce and tender chicken in one dish.
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37
Low Carb Spark
Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast
This bacon wrapped chicken is stuffed with a delicious broccoli cheddar mixture. Enjoy a quick and easy to make, family friendly chicken recipe.
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38
Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pasta
This cheesy buffalo chicken pasta is made with penne, shredded chicken breast, cream cheese, hot sauce, Colby Jack cheese, and ranch dressing for an easy baked family dinner idea that's perfect for busy weeknights or game day.
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Grilled Chicken Recipes
Grilled chicken breast recipes are ideal when you are looking for a lighter dinner as it’s perfect to serve over salads, or for a quick dinner idea that will please everyone.
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An Edible Mosaic
Italian Marinated Grilled Chicken
If you're looking for tender, juicy, and flavorful grilled chicken, use homemade Italian dressing as the marinade! With minimal effort, it delivers delicious results every time.
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40
Modern Honey
Bruschetta Chicken
Bruschetta Grilled Chicken combines tender Italian grilled chicken breasts with juicy, garlicky tomato bruschetta, creamy melted mozzarella cheese, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
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41
Holiday Huddle
Easy Smothered On the Border Queso Chicken
Make this juicy, grilled On The Border Queso Chicken recipe for the perfect copycat Mexican dinner using your grill!
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42
Food, Wine & Love
Mediterranean Diet Cilantro Lime Chicken Breasts
Mediterranean Diet Cilantro Lime Chicken Breasts, a simple dinner recipe made with chicken marinated in flavorful olive oil.
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43
Chili Pepper Madness
Chimichurri Chicken Recipe
This chimichurri chicken is so quick and easy with boneless chicken marinated and served with chimichurri sauce, and can be on the table in 30 minutes.
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44
Risa’s Family Kitchen
Barbecue Ranch Chicken Salad
This Barbecue Ranch Chicken Salad with juicy barbecue chicken, smoky bacon, seasoned black beans, corn, tomatoes, creamy avocado, and onions is a delicious, filling main dish salad.
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45
A Cedar Spoon
Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Breast
Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Breast Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, and four fresh herbs, parsley, dill, oregano, and basil, then topped with a bright cucumber, tomato, olive, and feta salad.
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Hezzi D's Recipe Box
Hawaiian Chicken
Hawaiian Chicken takes juicy grilled chicken and tops it off with bell peppers, pineapple rings, and a delicious sweet and sour sauce.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Recipes
Busy nights call for sheet pan dinners. These sheet pan chicken dinners make cooking for your family stress-free as everything is cooked on one pan so there is minimal cleanup (and everyone loves that!)
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A One Pot Wonder
Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan with Roasted Vegetables and Pineapple
Sweet pineapple, juicy chicken, and colorful peppers roast together in this sheet pan Hawaiian chicken recipe with a sweet and savory sauce.
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48
When Salty and Sweet Unite
Sheet Pan Chicken Breast With Veggies
This Sheet Pan Chicken Breast is your answer to a cozy one-pan dinner that is made in under 30 minutes.
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49
Begin With Balance
Sheet Pan Chicken Parm
A crispy, family-friendly sheet pan chicken parm made with golden brown chicken cutlets, marinara, and melty mozzarella. It's an easy weeknight meal with less mess.
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50
Dana's Table
Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken and Vegetables
This Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken and Vegetables recipe is the perfect one pan meal for an easy weeknight dinner!
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51
Food Meanderings
Healthy Sheet Pan Pizza Chicken
This Healthy Sheet Pan Deluxe White Pizza Chicken features tender chicken breasts topped with a velvety garlic-parmesan white sauce, bubbly mozzarella, and crispy turkey pepperoni.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Breast Recipes
When fall rolls around, the slow cooker is probably one of my most used small appliances. You can start your dinner in the morning and have it waiting for you when you come home. These easy slow cooker chicken recipes are perfect for a cozy dinner on chilly autumn days.
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Kim Schob
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken (Creamy Garlic Parmesan)
This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken features tender chicken in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Ready in just 4-6 hours!
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53
Mommy Evolution
Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken Parmesan and Potatoes
Garlic Chicken Parmesan combines tender, seasoned chicken with perfectly cooked gold potatoes for a delicious, family-friendly dinner.
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54
Tessie's Table
Slow Cooker Coconut Chicken Curry
This easy Slow Cooker Coconut Chicken Curry is packed with coconut milk, curry powder, and tender chicken. A simple and healthy crockpot meal for busy weeknights.
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55
Bless This Meal
Dump and Go Slow Cooker Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is creamy, and satisfying dish. Just dump everything in and let the slow cooker do the work.
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56
In the Kitch
Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken
This easy, slow cooker Mexican shredded chicken with salsa verde is a flavorful dish of shredded chicken breasts cooked in a tomatillo salsa.
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57
Crayons and Cravings
Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup
This Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup is a simple, flavorful dinner packed with chicken, beans, corn, and bold taco spices. It's the perfect dump-and-go crockpot meal for busy weeknights!
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58
The Lazy Slow Cooker
Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken and Noodles
Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken And Noodles is an easy one-pot dinner featuring sweet and savory chicken, veggies and ramen.
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59
The Wooden Skillet
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
The whole family will love this easy buffalo chicken sandwich for a delicious weeknight meal that comes together in minutes!
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Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipes
It’s no secret that the air fryer is perfect when you need a quick, easy, and healthier dinner. These air fryer chicken recipes will make preparing weeknight dinners for the family a breeze this fall.
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Golden Grace Kitchen
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast
This air fryer BBQ chicken breast combines seasoned, perfectly cooked chicken with BBQ sauce for a meal, that's juicy, and full of flavor.
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My Best Air Fryer Recipes
Air Fryer Bone In Chicken Breasts
Juicy Air Fryer Bone-In Chicken Breasts with crispy skin, simple seasoning, and easy step-by-step instructions for a budget-friendly chicken dinner.
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Small Town Woman
Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
An easy 7 ingredient Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe with big flavor and juicy results. Perfect for those hectic weeknights when you need dinner on the table fast.
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Budget Delicious
Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breast
Delectable cheese and bacon stuffed chicken cooked in the air fryer.
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Hungry Hobby
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan recipe comes out crispy and perfect every single time with a trick for adding the sauce and cheese you won't want to miss!
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Blackberry Babe
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu (Easy Sauce Recipe)
Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu is an easy, crispy dinner for your family! Ready in 30 minutes with a three-ingredient sauce.
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Find more chicken dinner recipes your family will love:
- Cheesy Ritz Chicken Noodle Casserole
- Easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
- Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken
- Rotisserie Chicken and Stuffing Casserole
- Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos
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