25 One-Pot Chicken Meals You Can Make for Dinner Tonight

Balsamic Chicken and Vegetables

Consider all the goodness packed into this humble skillet: juicy chicken breast, fresh asparagus, carrot, and tomato. Topped with an irresistible balsamic-honey dressing, the whole family will request this one-dish chicken dinner all the time.

Smoky Cheesy Chicken-Potato Casserole

Smoked cheddar cheese and smoked (or roasted!) chicken give this hearty casserole its fire-kissed flavor. Frozen hashbrowns make an easy job of preparing the one-dish chicken bake. The crouton- and butter topping is optional, but the crunchy finish is worth the extra step.

Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole

A classic casserole that requires pretty much no prep time? Yes, please! Our top-rated (500+ reviews and counting!) one-dish chicken dinner features chewy wild rice and chicken in a creamy, buttery sauce. It's an easy weeknight dinner to please the whole family.

Roasted Vegetable-Chicken Sausage Pizza

Enjoy our sheet pan Italian pizza pie. To make the pizza truly meal-worthy, we roasted lots of delicious veggies for topping. With chicken sausage and plenty of cheese, you've got an easy one-pan chicken dinner ready to go.

Chicken and Vegetable Sauté

It may seem like a simple name, but the flavor of this one-pan chicken dinner is far from simple. Quick-cooking chicken breasts and vibrant veggies shine with a hint of lemon zest. Enjoy as-is to keep it low-carb, or add a healthy whole-grain side to round out the meal.

Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Pot Pie

Chicken pot pie doesn't have to be a complicated process with this simple one-dish chicken dinner. Frozen mixed veggies, purchased Alfredo sauce, and store-bought pizza dough makes a delicious, easy chicken dinner.

Roasted Indian Chicken, Vegetables, and Chickpeas

Craving Indian food? Skip the takeout menu tonight and opt for this one-dish chicken bake instead. Bold spices such as cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger all come into play to season boneless chicken breasts. Serve with a sprinkling of almonds and a squeeze of lime for a zesty and crunchy finish.

Herbed Chicken Orzo and Zucchini

Pair skillet-browned herbed chicken breasts with crisp-tender zucchini and tender orzo for a one-dish dinner that's super fast to make. How fast, you ask? How does 20 minutes sound?

French Chicken Stew

Go French with our cozy one-pot chicken stew. In the morning, create a bed of veggies (mushrooms, potatoes, and tomatoes, to name a few) in your slow cooker liner. Then, put some boneless chicken thighs on top and come back to a delicious, comforting meal after work.

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Chicken Fajitas in a Flash

The key to making quick chicken fajitas? Broil your chicken! Simply throw the ingredients on your sheet pan, place under the broiler for 15 to 18 minutes, and you've got a fajita night set. This will be one of your family's favorite one-dish baked chicken recipes.

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Chicken Lasagna Rolls with Chive-Cream Sauce

Fans of classic lasagna are going to swoon over this one-pan chicken dinner. Broccoli, chicken, and roasted red peppers coated in a creamy chive sauce give this lasagna bake a mouthwatering makeover. Don't forget the garlic bread!

Prosciutto-Stuffed Chicken Bake

Here's a one-dish chicken dinner everyone will rave over. A wild rice blend bakes right along with prosciutto-stuffed chicken breasts. Bonus: This is also a freezer-friendly make-ahead meal that can be stored for up to three months.

Moroccan Chicken and Cauliflower Stew

Good news: You can make this delicious one-pot chicken meal on any time schedule. We've got the instructions to easily make this Moroccan-spiced chicken stew on the stovetop, in your pressure cooker, or slow cooker.

Quick Chicken Tortilla Bake

If you're planning an outdoor Cinco de Mayo celebration for the family, this one-pan chicken recipe will be a hit. It's a simple 5-ingredient meal that comes together in an hour. Use a rotisserie chicken to save yourself prep time.

One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pot Pie

Our Test Kitchen outdid themselves when they created this one-pot chicken meal. The creative take on chicken pot pie starts by sautéing the veggies and chicken on the stovetop. Once the crust goes on (in the same pot!), it gets nice and crispy in the oven.

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Tandoori Spiced Chicken and Rice Bake

Make your taste buds do a happy dance with this Indian-inspired one-dish chicken bake. Veggies such as zucchini, carrot, and bell pepper give the dish color and nutrients. And we used brown rice to add a serving of whole grains.

Chicken Alfredo Cauliflower Rice Bake

This hearty chicken dinner is rich yet light on the carb count, thanks to cauliflower rice. A simple 7-ingredient checklist (plus a few pantry staples) means less time for prep and more time devouring every last bite.

Korean Fire Chicken With Cheese

Asian-inspired main dishes like this deserve a spot in your regular meal plan. The fiery heat comes from gochujang, a Korean red pepper paste.

Find it in the Asian section of larger grocery stores, or try making our quick shortcut recipe.

Tender-Crisp Spring Braise

For a fresh spin on the classic meat-and-potatoes dinner, try this quick braise featuring asparagus, new potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, and a couple of chicken thighs for flavor.

Lemon Chicken with Olives and Ricotta

You'll love this Mediterranean dish that's ideal for a chilly night. This supper features chicken smothered in a zippy lemon-olive oil blend. Served over a bed of creamy ricotta, you'll be reminiscing over this one-pan chicken dinner for days.

Basil-Tomato Chicken Skillet

Chicken and a medley of fresh veggies simmer together in this quick skillet meal. Stirring in a handful of fresh spinach at the end of cook time adds brightness and a boost of antioxidants to the gluten-free dinner.

Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry

Homemade stir-fries are easily the best way to use up whatever's in the fridge. This supper of veggies, chicken, nuts, and brown rice tosses together in 25 minutes. No need for a complicated sauce—bottled peanut sauce and a dash of ginger do the trick.

Pressure Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

A sure-fire way to accomplish a delicious chicken dinner on a time crunch? Using your trusty pressure cooker! With just six minutes under pressure, chicken thighs cook to juicy perfection in a flavorful tomato-wine base. Mushrooms, red pepper, and onions add to your daily nutritious veggie intake.

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Chicken with Cherry-Ginger Chutney

Dress up quick-cooking chicken breast with our quick and easy chutney, made from a dash of ginger, tart dried cherries, and fresh apple slices. Keep this quick chicken dinner recipe on hand for busy weeknights.

Hot and Cheesy Chicken Casserole

If you meal-prep chicken, save some for this one-dish chicken recipe. The casserole base only takes 10 minutes to prep before getting nice and bubbly in the oven. In less than an hour, its creamy goodness will make it a family favorite.