10 Quick and Easy Chicken Breast Recipes for Busy Weeknights

1. Lemon Garlic Chicken

This simple yet flavorful dish brings bright flavors to your table in no time. Perfect for a busy weeknight!

Ingredients:

• • 4 chicken breasts

• • 4 cloves garlic, minced

• • Juice of 2 lemons

• • 2 tablespoons olive oil

• • Salt and pepper to taste

• • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. 1. In a bowl, whisk together the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

1. 1. Marinate the chicken in this mixture for at least 15 minutes.

1. 1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.

1. 1. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your choice of sides.

2. Honey Mustard Chicken

This dish combines the sweetness of honey with the tanginess of mustard for a delightful flavor.

Ingredients:

• • 4 chicken breasts

• • 1/4 cup honey

• • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard

• • 1 tablespoon olive oil

• • Salt and pepper to taste

• • Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions:

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

1. 1. Mix honey, mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

1. 1. Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the honey mustard mixture over the top.

1. 1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

1. 1. Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

3. Chicken Stir-Fry

This quick stir-fry is packed with vegetables and flavor and can be made in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

• • 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips

• • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)

• • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

• • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

• • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced

• • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced

Instructions:

1. 1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

1. 1. Add the chicken strips and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

1. 1. Add ginger, garlic, and mixed vegetables, stir-frying for an additional 5 minutes.

1. 1. Pour in soy sauce and stir to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes.

1. 1. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

4. Italian Chicken Skillet

This one-pan dish is both convenient and scrumptious.

Ingredients:

• • 4 chicken breasts

• • 1 can diced tomatoes

• • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese

• • 2 tablespoons olive oil

• • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. 1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.

1. 1. Brown the chicken on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.

1. 1. Add diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning, simmer for 10 minutes.

1. 1. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and cover until melted.

1. 1. Serve with pasta or crusty bread.

5. BBQ Chicken Wraps

Perfect for a quick dinner, these wraps are full of flavor and can be customized to your liking.

Ingredients:

• • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

• • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

• • 4 tortillas

• • 1 cup shredded lettuce

• • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes

• • 1/2 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. 1. Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce in a bowl.

1. 1. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.

1. 1. Layer lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and BBQ chicken on each tortilla.

1. 1. Wrap tightly and serve with extra BBQ sauce if desired.

6. Chicken Fried Rice

A healthy and filling option that can help use up leftover rice.

Ingredients:

• • 2 chicken breasts, diced

• • 3 cups cooked rice

• • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots

• • 2 eggs, beaten

• • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

• • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. 1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet. Cook diced chicken until no longer pink.

1. 1. Add the frozen peas and carrots, and cook for 3-4 minutes.

1. 1. Push the mixture to one side, pour in beaten eggs and scramble.

1. 1. Add rice and soy sauce, stirring to combine well and heat through.

1. 1. Serve hot, garnished with green onions if desired.

7. Creamy Chicken Pasta

This creamy pasta dish is comforting and can be made in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

• • 2 chicken breasts, sliced

• • 8 oz pasta of your choice

• • 1 cup heavy cream

• • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• • 2 cloves garlic, minced

• • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. 1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.

1. 1. In a skillet, sauté garlic in oil, then add chicken and cook until no longer pink.

1. 1. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan; season with salt and pepper.

1. 1. Add pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat.

1. 1. Serve immediately, topped with extra cheese if desired.

8. Chicken Tacos

Quick and customisable, chicken tacos are perfect for a busy weeknight meal.

Ingredients:

• • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

• • 1 packet taco seasoning

• • 8 taco shells

• • 1 cup lettuce, shredded

• • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes

• • 1 cup cheese, shredded

• • Sour cream and salsa for serving

Instructions:

1. 1. Mix shredded chicken with taco seasoning and heat in a skillet.

1. 1. Fill taco shells with chicken mixture and top with lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.

1. 1. Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.

9. One-Pan Chicken and Vegetables

This simple one-pan recipe makes cleanup a breeze!

Ingredients:

• • 4 chicken breasts

• • 2 cups mixed vegetables (potatoes, carrots, onions)

• • 2 tablespoons olive oil

• • Salt and pepper to taste

• • Herbs of your choice (rosemary, thyme, etc.)

Instructions:

1. 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

1. 1. In a large baking dish, arrange chicken and vegetables.

1. 1. Drizzle olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and herbs.

1. 1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

1. 1. Serve together for a wholesome meal.

10. Chicken Quesadillas

These cheesy quesadillas are quick to make and always a hit!

Ingredients:

• • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

• • 4 tortillas

• • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.)

• • 1/2 cup salsa

• • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. 1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

1. 1. Place a tortilla in the skillet, top with chicken, cheese, and salsa, then another tortilla.

1. 1. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy and golden.

1. 1. Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream or additional salsa.