The 50 Best Chicken Breast Recipes in this recipe roundup will give you great ideas to make delicious and wholesome chicken breast dinner recipes for your family, especially on busy days.

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I went ahead and searched the whole Internet for THE BEST Chicken Breast Recipes to put together in this recipe roundup for you.

I want this post to be your guide so you can find inspiration to create the best chicken breast meals for your whole family. Here you’ll find delicious Baked Chicken Breast recipes, Chicken Salad recipes, Chicken Breast Skillet meals, Stuffed Chicken Breast, and more. Check them out and let me know which one is your favorite!


Chicken Breast Recipes

Chicken breast recipes don’t have to be boring, and I’m sure you’ll agree with me when you make one of these amazing baked chicken recipes from this list. The following recipes are super easy and fast to make, and more importantly, they’re a family-friendly weeknight staple.

These Chicken breast recipes are a must for busy families, especially because they’re versatile, affordable, and delicious. So, let’s check them out!

  • Garlic Butter Baked Chicken Breast from Primavera Kitchen (photo below). – This tender, juicy chicken breast is baked in a buttery garlic sauce, and it’s to die for. It’s made with skinless chicken breasts. Serve with mashed potatoes to soak up every drop of goodness.
A skillet filled with garlic butter chicken breast
  • Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipe from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – Warm, comforting chicken soup is always a good idea. This one is full of veggies like onion, bell pepper, zucchini, carrots, fresh herbs, and sweet potato, and it’s made with delicious chicken broth. Squeeze a little bit of lemon juice on the top, and it’s going to be a perfect dinner.
chicken vegetable soup in a bowl
  • Greek Chicken Salad Bowls from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – These bright, fresh salad bowls are perfect for lunch or as a light dinner. Make your meals super convenient with this meal-prep-friendly recipe!
Greek Chicken Salad Bowls inside of two meal prep containers.
  • Spicy Green Beans Chicken Skillet from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – You can’t go wrong with an easy skillet meal for dinner, chicken and green beans are the best combo, so yummy and also super low-carb.
Spicy Green Beans Chicken in a cast iron Skillet.
close up of a Sun Dried Tomato, Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken on a black plate
  • Asparagus Sweet Potato Chicken Skillet from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – This skillet meal uses only one pan, making cleanup a breeze. It’s packed with veggies and lots of protein.
Asparagus Sweet Potato Chicken in a cast iron Skillet.
  • Rosemary Lemon Roasted Chicken Breasts from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – If you haven’t tried rosemary and lemon on chicken, you’re missing out. This combination of ingredients creates an incredible aroma and taste.
Rosemary lemon chicken on a white serving platter.
  • Chimichurri Chicken from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – Chimichurri sauce is heavenly and truly brings a simple chicken dinner to life because it’s so flavorful. Make this recipe with chicken breasts or thighs.
Chimichurri chicken in a large, white skillet.
  • Mediterranean Chicken Skillet Recipe from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – This tasty chicken recipe is made with sliced olives, feta cheese crumbles, and diced tomatoes, which melt down into a sauce when baked.
Mediterranean chicken in cast iron skillet.
  • Sweet Potato Chicken Kale Skillet from Primavera Kitchen (photo below) – Chicken, bacon, sweet potato, and kale blend together perfectly in this dish to create a beautiful medley of flavors. This 30-minute meal is excellent for a busy weeknight due to easy cleanup.
overhead view of a white skillet containing kale, chicken and sweet potato
  • Pesto Chicken Salad Recipe from Primavera Kitchen – Pesto chicken salad is yummy, fresh, and filling. It’s got greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and salty feta crumbles plus a bright and lemony homemade dressing.
Pesto chicken salad in a large serving bowl.
  • Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts from Primavera Kitchen – You’ll find both feta and mozzarella in this cheesy chicken recipe. It’s drenched in delicious tomato sauce, which adds tons of extra flavor.
  • Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan from Primavera Kitchen – Many chicken parmesan recipes use a deep-frying method and lots of oil. You can make this lighter baked version and cut WAY back on calories without sacrificing quality.
Baked chicken parmesan on a white serving plate.
  • Sweet Potato Chicken Soup Recipe from Primavera Kitchen – This hearty soup comes together effortlessly. Make it on the stovetop in about 30 minutes. It’s packed with veggies and even gluten-free.
overhead view of sweet potato chicken soup in a white Dutch oven pot
  • Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad from Primavera Kitchen – A refreshing salad made with citrus dressing, chicken, lettuce, cucumber, onion, and avocado. Perfect for spring or summer!
Grilled avocado chicken salad in a white bowl.
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Recipe from Primavera Kitchen – When the cold season rolls around, you’ll want to make this chili over and over because it’s full of warm spices, making it the epitome of comfort food.
Slow cooker chicken chili in serving bowls.
  • One-Pan Mediterranean Roast Chicken from Primavera Kitchen – Sheet pan meals are so convenient. Just season your chicken and veggies, then cook everything together, all at once! This recipe is also meal-prep friendly.
overhead view of chicken breast with veggies in a baking sheet
  • Quinoa Chicken Salad from Primavera Kitchen – Fresh, quick, and easy! This grain salad can be enjoyed chilled or warm. It’s great as a side dish or for lunch, but also makes a good light dinner.
Chicken quinoa salad in a large, white serving dish.
  • Chicken and Mango Couscous Salad from Primavera Kitchen – This dish is very similar to my chicken quinoa salad (above), but it’s made with couscous. Couscous is a type of wheat pasta, whereas quinoa is a grain.
Chicken couscous salad in a large, white serving bowl.
  • Creamy Parmesan Chicken Skillet from Primavera Kitchen – Truly unforgettable! This chicken breast recipe has an amazing aroma and explosive flavor. Serve it with Garlic Bread so you can soak up the extra sauce.
Creamy parmesan chicken in a cast iron skillet.
  • Spicy Chicken Meal-Prep Bowls from Primavera Kitchen – Tired of eating sandwiches for lunch? These spicy and savory meal prep bowls will save the day when you need a hot meal.
Spicy chicken in a meal prep glass bowls.
  • Chicken Fajita Meal-Prep Bowls from Primavera Kitchen – Nothing is better than Mexican food all prepped and ready to go. I’m always excited when I’ve got this meal packed for lunch at the office.
Close up of a fajita chicken meal prep bowl.
Chicken stroganoff with butternut squash mash in serving bowls.
  • Chicken Stroganoff from Primavera Kitchen – This more classic chicken stroganoff recipe is generally served over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.
overhead view of chicken stroganoff in a braiser white pan.
Goat cheese chicken stuffed sweet potato on a plate.
  • Sweet Potato Pesto Chicken Skillet from Primavera Kitchen – Need an easy dinner idea? This is an awesome option! If you love cheesy chicken breast recipes, this one fits the bill. I generally add five slices of mozzarella, but you can definitely use more if you want.
Sweet potato pesto chicken in a cast iron skillet.
  • Low-Carb Chicken Zucchini Enchilada from Primavera Kitchen – If you’re looking for low-carb chicken breast recipes, I’ve got you! These enchiladas are made with “zucchini tortillas.” Each serving has approximately 4.4 net carbs, making this dish very keto-friendly.
Zucchini enchiladas in a white baking dish.
overhead view of asparagus stuffed chicken breast in a white skillet
  • 5-Ingredient Chicken Zucchini Boats from Primavera Kitchen – Zucchini boats are nutritious, keto-friendly (low-carb), and gluten-free. With this recipe, you can eat lighter without feeling like you’re missing out because it’s so good!
Zucchini boats in a white baking dish.
  • Chimichurri Chicken Chopped Salad from Primavera Kitchen – Ultra-fresh salad with lettuce, cucumber, onion, diced bell peppers, and grilled chicken. Toss everything in chimichurri sauce for unbeatable flavor.
Chimichurri chicken chopped salad in a large bowl.
  • 4-Ingredient Chicken Zucchini Rolls from Primavera Kitchen – This recipe is kind of like lightened-up lasagna, it’s cheesy and delicious but low carb, low calorie, and even gluten-free.
Zucchini chicken rolls in a white baking dish.

And now I thought it would be an awesome idea to share my super simple and quick baked chicken breast recipe with you that you could make it in less than 20 minutes. Feel free to use this baked chicken breast recipe in another recipe you prefer, since it’s pretty versatile.

You can slice these chicken breasts and toss them over a green salad, shred and put it into tacos, wraps, sandwiches, and soups. Enjoy!

baked chicken breast recipe

Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

3.49 from 37 votes
Author: Olivia Ribas
Servings3 people
Prep Time10 minutes
Custom Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
The 50 Best Chicken Breast Recipes in this recipe roundup will give you great ideas to make delicious and wholesome chicken breast dinner recipes for your family, especially on busy days.

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Ingredients 
 

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425F.
  • Pound chicken to 0.6" at the thickest part with a meat mallet, rolling pin, your fist or even a heavy cast iron skillet. This step will help the chicken to cook evenly.
  • Mix all the spices (paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper) in a small bowl.
  • Line baking dish or roasting pan with parchment paper. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer.
  • Pour olive oil on top of the chicken breast, rub over with your fingers and sprinkle the seasonings on top of the chicken. Do step 5 on both sides.
  • Bake for about 18-20 minutes, or until it gets the internal temperature of 165˚F. To know exactly when it is fully cooked, use a meat thermometer.
  • Remove from oven and transfer chicken breast to a cutting board. Allow cooling down for about 5 minutes before serving.
  • Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Pounding the chicken helps it cook through quickly and evenly so the exterior doesn’t dry out before the interior cooks. 
  • Allowing the chicken to rest before cutting will allow the moisture to redistribute inside the chicken breasts. 
  • Pat the chicken dry before you season it so the oil and seasoning stick better. 
  • To store: Store leftover chicken breasts in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. 
  • To reheat: You can reheat the chicken in a microwave when ready to eat. You can also eat chicken cold.
  • To freeze: You can freeze chicken breasts in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1/3, Calories: 193kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 28g, Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 77mg, Sodium: 395mg, Potassium: 455mg, Fiber: 1g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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2 Comments

  1. Ami says:

    You stated “According to the USDA, you can keep cooked chicken is safe to eat for 3-4 days if it is properly stored in a sealed container. It will last for about 3 months in the fridge.” So bit confused. 3-4days safe to eat. So why store it up to 3 months in fridge??

    1. Olivia Ribas says:

      Thanks for pointing it out. We just fixed it. It’s good in the freezer up to 3 months.