30-minute chicken recipes: 31 to try this week

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These 30-minute chicken recipes are all packed with protein and are a perfect choice for making this week.

Chicken with creamy mushroom sauce in a pan.
Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake

A serving spoon serving of creamy spinach chicken bake.
Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Marinated chicken thighs are baked with a creamy blend of spinach, cream cheese, and mozzarella, creating a delightful family dinner in just 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Spinach Chicken Bake

Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats

Bacon ranch chicken salad cucumber boats lined up on a plate.
Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These easy-to-make cucumber boats are filled with a tasty chicken salad featuring canned chicken, bacon, and cheese.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats

Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Chicken with creamy mushroom sauce in a pan.
Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

A delicious and easy 30-minute one-pan meal, featuring tender chicken in a rich and creamy mushroom sauce.
Get the Recipe: Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Canned Chicken Patties

Chicken patties with broccoli on a plate.
Canned Chicken Patties. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Gluten-free and low-carb, these canned chicken patties are ready in just 20 minutes. Enjoy them on their own, with steamed vegetables, or in a sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Canned Chicken Patties

Creamy Dijon Chicken

Pan of creamy dijon chicken with a spatula.
Creamy Dijon Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

A delicious one-pan meal, where seasoned chicken is topped with a creamy Dijon mustard sauce, fresh spinach, and crumbled bacon, all ready in 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Dijon Chicken

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken

A skillet of creamy sun dried tomato chicken with a wooden spoon.
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This one-pan skillet dish offers boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce made with heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken

Keto Chicken Nuggets

Keto chicken nuggets on a plate with a cup of dipping sauce.
Keto Chicken Nuggets. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These quick and flavorful chicken nuggets are made with canned chicken, coated in crushed pork rinds, and baked until crispy.
Get the Recipe: Keto Chicken Nuggets

Creamy Skinless Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts

Creamy chicken thighs with artichoke hearts in a pan.
Creamy Skinless Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Tender chicken thighs cooked with artichoke hearts in a creamy sauce with a touch of lemon juice, ready in 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Skinless Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts

Sticky Sauce Chicken

Sticky sauce chicken, broccoli, and sesame seeds in a pot.
Sticky Sauce Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy garlic and ginger sauce.
Get the Recipe: Sticky Sauce Chicken

Green Chile Chicken with Leftover Shredded Chicken Thighs

Green chile chicken in a pan with a wooden spoon.
Green Chile Chicken With Leftover Shredded Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

A quick and simple one-skillet recipe, perfect for using up leftover shredded chicken thighs. If you don’t have leftover chicken on hand, use rotisserie chicken.
Get the Recipe: Green Chile Chicken with Leftover Shredded Chicken Thighs

Creamy Garlic Chicken

A skillet of creamy garlic chicken garnished with fresh herbs.
Creamy Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Creamy Garlic Chicken is a balanced and straightforward one-pan meal served over cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Garlic Chicken

Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken

Cheesy chicken fajita bake in a baking pan.
Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Oven-baked chicken breasts seasoned with spices, topped with cream cheese, mini sweet peppers, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken

Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy chicken drumsticks on a plate with parsley.
Air Fryer Drumsticks. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Juicy and crispy chicken legs made in the air fryer in just 25 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks

Creamy Ranch Chicken Skillet

Ranch chicken in a cream sauce in a blue skillet.
Creamy Ranch Chicken Skillet. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

This Creamy Ranch Chicken Skillet is a creamy and flavorful one-pan chicken dish, perfect with pasta, potatoes, or rice.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Ranch Chicken Skillet

Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

chicken alfredo broccoli bake cooking in dish on rack
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

A wholesome and satisfying 30-minute meal featuring tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and a rich alfredo sauce.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

Kung Pao Chicken

Kung pao chicken on a striped serving plate.
Air Fryer Kung Pao Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

A flavorful Chinese dish with tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a salty-sweet sauce with a hint of spice.
Get the Recipe: Kung Pao Chicken

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken tortilla soup in two blue bowls.
Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: Feast And West

A quick and easy soup using pantry staples and leftover chicken, with customizable toppings.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup

Air Fryer Chicken Caprese

Chicken breast topped with melted mozzarella cheese and tomato.
Air Fryer Chicken Caprese. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Chicken topped with mozzarella cheese and tomatoes, air-fried to perfection for a healthy and flavorful dish.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Caprese

Lemon Garlic Chicken

Close up image of lemon garlic chicken with rice on a white plate.
Lemon Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Tender chicken infused with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, prepared quickly in the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Garlic Chicken

Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

cheesy chicken bacon ranch casserole on white wooden background
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

A comforting casserole combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheese, ready in 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Chicken Chop Suey

Bowl of chicken chop suey with fork.
Chicken Chop Suey. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

A delightful stir-fry dish combining meat and vegetables in a savory sauce.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Chop Suey

Cream Cheese Chicken

Cream cheese chicken in a white skillet.
Cream Cheese Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A savory and creamy chicken dish seasoned with five flavorful spices.
Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Chicken

Chicken Tortellini Soup

Image shows Chicken tortellini soup in a ceramic enameled pot with a wooden spoon stirring it.
Chicken Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

A comforting and flavorful soup featuring tender chicken and cheesy tortellini, made even better with leftover rotisserie chicken.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tortellini Soup

Black Pepper Chicken

Bowl of black pepper chicken with chop sticks.
Black Pepper Chicken. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

An easy and delicious stir-fry with a flavorful black pepper taste.
Get the Recipe: Black Pepper Chicken

Italian Chicken Cutlets

Italian chicken cutlets on a black plate with slices of lemon.
Italian Chicken Cutlets. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Easy, quick, and deliciously crispy chicken cutlets seasoned with Italian flavors.
Get the Recipe: Italian Chicken Cutlets

Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken

Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs on a platter.
Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Quick and flavorful chicken thighs with a sticky, sweet, and garlicky glaze made in the air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Marsala with asparagus on a white plate.
Chicken Marsala. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Creamy and flavorful chicken dish with a silky gravy featuring the sweetness of Marsala wine.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Marsala

Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts

Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries in a bowl.
Chicken Salad with Walnuts & Cranberries. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

A delightful salad combining chicken breast, walnuts, and sweet cranberries for a tasty meal or sandwich filling.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Salad with Cranberries & Walnuts

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Black plate of chicken with asparagus.
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Chicken breast in a garlicky buttery sauce paired with lemony asparagus.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet

Garlic chicken bites with peppers and mushrooms in a skillet.
Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A simple and tasty 20-minute chicken dinner with peppers, onions, and mushrooms served in a skillet.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet

Ninja Grill Wings with Jack Daniel’s BBQ Sauce

Ninja Woodfire Grill Wings with Jack Daniel's BBQ Sauce on a white plate.
Grilled Wings with Jack Daniel’s BBQ Sauce. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Smoky and saucy wings cooked on the grill and slathered in a whiskey-infused sauce for a delicious treat.
Get the Recipe: Ninja Grill Wings with Jack Daniel’s BBQ Sauce

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