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Chicken Piccata
Instant Pot® Lemony Chicken and Potatoes
Thai Chicken Soup with Gnocchi Dumplings
Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken
Freezer-Marinated Chicken Breasts
Chicken Tikka Masala with Veggies
Hot-Dipped Crispy Chicken Fingers
Grilled Red Curry Chicken with Grilled Cabbage Wedges
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Slow Cooker Teriyaki-Braised Chicken
When you’re short on time, energy, or dinner inspiration – or all three – a package of good ol’ chicken breasts can be your best friend. With just a little prep and a handful of supporting ingredients, a complete meal is never far away with chicken on standby in the freezer. Whether you’re craving comfort food, leaning light and low–carb, hungry for a taste of the exotic, or just trying to keep your family full (with no complaints!), these 25 weeknight-ready meals have got you covered.
Chicken Piccata
You can’t go wrong with a classic – especially when it comes together with just five ingredients. Tangy capers and fresh lemon add a pop of bright flavor to this quick and easy chicken piccata that hits the table in 20 minutes.
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Instant Pot® Lemony Chicken and Potatoes
Add this easy meal-in-one to the long list of reasons we love the Instant Pot®. The combo of tender chicken breasts and potatoes with oregano, lemon, and garlic is paleo-friendly and delicious the next day served up in salads or sandwiches.
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Thai Chicken Soup with Gnocchi Dumplings
This comforting chicken soup will transport you to Thailand – with a quick pit stop in the Mediterranean. Frozen potato gnocchi work as fluffy dumplings in a creamy coconut-red curry broth loaded with chicken and the crunchy fiber of shredded cabbage and carrots.
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Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken
Tacos, quesadillas, lettuce wraps, rice bowls…there’s no wrong way to enjoy this hearty, Tex-Mex meal-in-one. Just toss chicken breasts, cumin, and salsa in the slow cooker, pair with microwave-ready rice and beans, and you’ve got a fuss-free fiesta loaded with protein and fiber.
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Freezer Marinated Chicken Breasts
This make-ahead recipe is the ultimate “I’m too pooped to think about dinner” hack. Save money by stocking up on value pack chicken breasts, then freeze in a flavorful marinade with maple syrup, balsamic, and spices for an oven-ready meal with next-to-no-effort.
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Chicken Tikka Masala with Veggies
Our take on chicken tikka masala is ready in less time than takeout and costs less, too. Kitchen standby ingredients like jarred simmer sauce, frozen veggies, and microwave-ready brown rice help get this complete, nutritious meal on the table in 20 minutes.
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Hot-Dipped Crispy Chicken Fingers
Skip the drive-thru and turn on the oven for this better-for-you riff on hot-dipped crispy chicken. Panko breadcrumbs deliver maximum crunch and a homemade barbecue sauce with vinegar, hot sauce, and brown sugar brings the heat.
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Grilled Red Curry Chicken with Grilled Cabbage Wedges
This Southeast Asian-inspired grilled chicken with cabbage cranks up the flavor with just five affordable ingredients. Thai red curry paste and canned coconut milk combine for an easy, spicy-sweet marinade that also works on pork and fish.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Assemble-your-own chicken fajitas with all the fixings make dinnertime fun. A sheet pan makes it easy to prep, cook, and clean. That’s what we call a win-win!
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Slow Cooker Teriyaki-Braised Chicken
Even on the busiest days, this mostly hands-free, Asian-inspired chicken is reliable go-to. Bottled teriyaki sauce and fresh cilantro kick up the flavor factor of crockpot-ready chicken paired with precooked Jasmine rice.
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Spice-Rubbed Grilled Chicken Tenders with Slaw
This colorful, kid-approved meal hits the table in under 15 minutes, thanks to a pantry-friendly lineup of spices and quick-cooking chicken tenders. The crunchy rainbow slaw with raisins, almonds, and goat cheese is a versatile side that pairs with any protein you like.
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Instant Pot® Spicy Chicken Mole
Holy mole! Authentic ingredients like cocoa powder, cinnamon, and chipotles are the key to this flavorful chicken mole from the Instant Pot®. Ready in 30 minutes with just five minutes of prep, it’s a tasty way to shake up Taco Tuesday, or try it tossed in salad or served over grain bowls.
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Seared Rosemary Chicken with Pesto
A little help from the store gets this flavorful, Italian-inspired dinner on the table with five minutes of prep. Jarred pesto and a garlic-rosemary rub add bold flavor to pan-seared chicken served with blistered grape tomatoes.
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Air Fried Crispy Chicken Cutlets
Crispy chicken cutlets without the mess and calories of deep frying? The air fryer makes it possible, even when you’re short on time. Pair this 5-minute prepped chicken with green salad and your favorite dipping sauce – or serve it up on sandwiches – for a family favorite that never gets old.
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Cilantro Chicken with Avocado Salsa
No one will miss the carbs in this paleo-friendly chicken with chunky avocado and tomato salad. Fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and cumin combine for a flavorful marinade that serves double duty as a salad dressing.
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Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Strips
The secret to this finger-friendly, kid-pleasing dinner is probably already in your pantry. Crushed pretzels are the tasty coating for crunchy chicken tenders that come together with just five ingredients.
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Buffalo Chicken Salad Lettuce Cups
Cutting carbs is easy when it tastes this good. Nonfat Greek yogurt adds creamy tang to shredded chicken with the signature flavors of Buffalo sauce and blue cheese served in crisp Romaine leaves.
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Lemony Chicken and Potatoes
This gluten-free, one-pan wonder is loaded with nutrients and light on calories. A parchment-lined sheet pan makes it easy to prep a complete chicken and ‘taters meal in 10 minutes – with even faster cleanup.
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Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken Parm
A parchment-lined sheet pan replaces the deep fryer in this lightened up take on chicken Parm. Grape tomatoes, melty mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan add tons of flavor to crispy breaded chicken breast that’s delicious served in hero rolls or over your favorite pasta.
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Sheet Pan Chicken with Squash and Brussels Sprouts
This trifecta of color, texture, and nutrients is the perfect no-fuss dinner for chilly nights. Cubed chicken breast, butternut squash, and Brussels sprouts get a flavor boost from balsamic vinegar, thyme, and garlic
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Herb and Garlic Marinated Chicken
Who says lean, ultra-low carb chicken has to be bland and boring? Fresh rosemary, thyme, lemon, and garlic make this versatile, paleo-friendly main flavorful and satisfying.
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Baked Chicken Breasts with Red Pepper and Pesto
Using store-bought sauces amped up with extra flavorful ingredients is a smart strategy for quick weeknight meals. Here, fresh basil and roasted red peppers transform jarred pesto into a lip-smacking sauce for tender baked chicken breasts.
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Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Arugula Salad
Crispy cornflakes aren’t just for breakfast – they can also help get a gluten-free, family-friendly dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. For extra crunch, pair chicken cutlets with a peppery arugula salad studded with apples and radishes.
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Cajun Chicken Over Rice
Bring the flavors of Bourbon Street to your street, any night of the week. The tasty sauce is made with Cajun seasoning, two kinds of tomato, and the “holy trinity” of peppers, onions, and celery.
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Chicken Breast Pizzaiola
Pan-seared chicken, say hello to pizza night! The familiar flavors of tomatoes, oregano, and mozzarella combine for an ooey-gooey chicken dinner the whole family will love.
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