33 Quick Weeknight Chicken Dinners
Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner MVP, but it can be easy to fall into a boring routine. That’s exactly why I’ve pulled together these quick weeknight chicken dinners. We have everything from 15-minute stir-fries to hands-off slow cooker favorites, and they’re all family-tested and delicious.
My Favorite Weeknight Chicken Recipes
Crockpot Salsa Chicken
This easy crockpot salsa chicken will become a weeknight staple – just 2 minutes to prep! Use in tacos, salads, burrito bowls, and more!
Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies
This delicious and healthy sheet pan sausage and veggies is the perfect weeknight dinner or meal prep lunch. Everything cooks on one pan!
Crispy Baked Quesadillas
These baked quesadillas are crispy, cheesy, and easy to make in the oven. Quick and easy – perfect for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack.
Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak
This buffalo chicken cheesesteak recipe is spicy, cheesy, and fast! A satisfying sandwich made with simple ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.
Easy Chicken Tostadas
These chicken tostadas are a quick and easy meal; made with simple ingredients; and served up DIY-style which is always fun!
Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken
This easy slow cooker pesto chicken is made with just 2 ingredients and packed with flavor. Perfect for meal prep, dinner, or pasta night!
Healthy Orange Chicken
Skip the takeout and make this healthy orange chicken at home! It’s quick, easy, and full of bright, citrusy flavor and a sticky-sweet homemade sauce.
Chicken Taco Soup
This chicken taco soup is loaded with flavor and ready in 40 minutes! A hearty one-pot meal with tender chicken, beans, and taco seasonings.
Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken
Tender, tangy slow cooker Mississippi chicken with just 4 ingredients. Ranch, au jus, and pepperoncini create the ultimate dump-and-go dinner.
Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowls
These chicken shawarma bowls are loaded with bold flavor, spiced chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy white sauce. Delicious, healthy dinner!
Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry
My family requests this chicken teriyaki stir-fry meal all the time! It’s loaded with flavor and has the best homemade sweet and savory sauce.
Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Make the best homemade chicken wild rice soup with this cozy and creamy recipe! Made with chicken (or turkey), wild rice, veggies, and broth.
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
Make weeknight dinners easy with this slow cooker teriyaki chicken. Sweet, savory, and tender, it’s perfect for busy nights.
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
These buffalo chicken sliders are spicy, cheesy, and perfect for a crowd! Made with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melty cheese.
Scrumptious Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
These chicken lettuce wraps quickly became a family favorite! They’re packed with juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and an incredible peanut sauce.
Skillet Chicken Parmesan Pasta
The whole family will love this EASY chicken parmesan pasta. All the delicious flavor of chicken parm, without all the work or fuss.
Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
The BEST crockpot chicken and potatoes recipe! Just 10 minutes to prep and perfectly juicy chicken thighs with flavorful, tender potatoes.
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
This creamy chicken noodle soup is pure comfort food! Ready in 45 minutes with tender chicken, perfectly cooked noodles, and rich homemade flavor.
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
This crockpot chicken and gravy is pure comfort food! Tender chicken with rich, creamy gravy that’s ready in a few hours with minimal prep.
Easy Healthy Baked Gnocchi Sheet Pan Dinner
This HEALTHY sheet pan dinner takes just 10 minutes to prep! Baked gnocchi (yes!) sausage sheet pan dinner is a full meal cooked on one pan. EASY + family friendly.
Spicy Italian Grilled Chicken Sandwich
This grilled chicken sandwich is loaded with flavor – Calabrian chili mayo, creamy mozz cheese, juicy grilled chicken, and peppery arugula.
Air Fryer Bone-In Chicken Breast
Perfect air fryer bone-in chicken breast that’s juicy inside with crispy skin! Ready in 30 minutes, no more dry chicken!
Slow Cooker Whole Chicken
Learn how to cook a whole chicken in a slow cooker! This slow cooker whole chicken takes just a few minutes to prep. Serve it with whatever sides you like, or the roasted vegetables in the recipe. Either way, crockpot whole chicken is a great option. SAVE THIS RECIPE FOR LATER!
Grilled Chicken Southwest Salad
Are you ready for a fresh and modern Southwest salad recipe? The Southwest vibes are there, but in an unexpected way. You’re going to love it!
Italian Instant Pot Chicken Stew
Instant pot chicken stew recipe takes just 10 min to prep! Italian chicken stew is a nutritious + satisfying meal and perfect for meal prep.
Easy Chicken Burrito Recipe
Fast and easy fajita chicken burrito is a perfect weeknight dinner that’s easily customizable for the whole family and totally delicious.
Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe
Make this EASY grilled lemon chicken recipe in just 5 min. Plus what NOT to add to lemon garlic grilled chicken!
Shredded Chicken Nachos
Everyone loves these cheesy shredded chicken nachos! They are loaded with layers of chips, shredded chicken, beans, cheese, and fresh toppings!
Juicy Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe
This juicy Greek grilled chicken and marinade is simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. Serve with a simple side or two.
Chipotle Chicken Air Fryer Flautas
Switch up your taco night with these chipotle chicken air fryer flautas! This cheesy meal comes together in minutes and everyone can make their own.
Buffalo Chicken Flatbread Recipe
This buffalo chicken flatbread pizza recipe is made with just 6 simple ingredients and ready in 15 minutes. Quick, easy, and delicious!
Juicy Grilled Chicken Thighs
These grilled chicken thighs are tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The simple marinade is perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners!
More Weeknight Dinner Resources
Love these easy chicken dinners? I’ve got even more resources to make weeknight cooking simple:
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