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Chicken Skillet Recipes That Make Easy, Fresh Weeknight Dinners

Chicken Skillet Recipes That Make Easy, Fresh Weeknight Dinners

By BH&G Food Editors

Updated September 05, 2019

Blaine Moats

Sauté, sear, or stir-fry your way to an amazing chicken dinner with the help of your trusty skillet. Seasonal ingredients and time-saving techniques are the secrets to these fast and satisfying chicken skillet recipes.

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Chicken and Lemon-Broccoli Alfredo

Blaine Moats

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Brighten up chicken breasts with fresh lemon slices and broccoli florets. Refrigerated light Alfredo sauce keeps the simple skillet dinner creamy yet under 300 calories per serving. Plus, it helps make this skillet chicken recipe super-fast, too—it takes only 20 minutes start to finish.

Buy It: T-Fal Basic Easy Care 5-Quart Nonstick Skillet, $19.94, Walmart

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Chicken with Apple-Vegetable Slaw Stir-Fry

Blaine Moats

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Chicken gets a reboot in this fresh stir-fry! Crunchy apples and satisfying veggies complement skillet chicken perfectly. While this recipe calls for a wok, you can also use an extra-large skillet.

Buy It: Mainstays 13.75-inch Non-Stick Wok, $11.97, Walmart

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Chicken, Macaroni, and Cheese

Andy Lyons

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This skillet chicken breast mac and cheese definitely isn't the one you remember from childhood—it's better! The stove-top creation is a twist on your childhood favorite and is packed with protein and veggies. Garlic and herb cheese gives the dish a sharp flavor.

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Almond Chicken with Mushroom-Tequila Sauce

Andy Lyons

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Ground almonds are the key to giving this skillet chicken breast recipe its crispy coating. A zippy sauce made with mushrooms, tequila, and poblano chile pepper gives the dish a kiss of heat.

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Mediterranean Chicken-Pomegranate Stir-Fry

Blaine Moats

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Sweet and savory are always an enticing pair. Tangy pomegranate adds zing and color to this Mediterranean dish, along with expertly seasoned sauces. The skillet chicken dinner comes together quickly—it takes only 25 minutes—giving you time to whip up a Mediterranean side to serve, too.

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Herbed Chicken, Orzo, and Zucchini

Andy Lyons

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This one-dish recipe features a delicious blend of chicken breast, orzo, and zucchini. Ready in less than 30 minutes, this chicken skillet is a perfect weeknight all-in-one meal. Add another food group by serving a fresh fruit dessert.

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Lemon Butter Chicken Breasts

Blaine Moats

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Try one of our most popular recipes ever! Moist chicken is perfectly seasoned in this year-round fave. This lemon chicken skillet gets most of its flavor from fresh lemons, but lemon pepper plays a big role, too. Never settle for bland chicken again.

Buy It: Mainstays 3-Piece Forged Skillet Set, $21.97, Walmart

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Hot Chicken Salad Skillet Casserole

Blaine Moats

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Toasted almonds and green onions make the garnish for this chicken casserole recipe, and a sauce with chicken soup and melted cheese make it irresistible. Try serving over steamed broccoli or cauliflower rice for a healthy chicken dinner.

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Tortilla-Chicken Skillet Casserole

Kritsada Panichgul

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Take a trip South of the Border with this classic Tex-Mex skillet dish. Layering together corn tortilla strips, diced tomatoes, and shredded chicken creates a tasty skillet casserole recipe that reminds us of a hearty plate of nachos. It's quick and easy, and will satisfy spice cravings with a kick from chipotle peppers.

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Korean-Style Chili-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Karla Conrad

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Soy sauce, chili-garlic sauce, and just a touch of sweetness create the perfect Korean-style flavor for this hot and savory dish. Top off the chicken skillet dinner with quick-pickled veggies to give your plate some tang and gorgeous color.

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Chicken in Chipotle Mojo

Blaine Moats

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Chipotle pepper adds smoky warmth to this easy Mexican recipe. Simply simmer chicken breasts in our homemade Blender Chipotle Mojo sauce for a flavor-packed skillet entrée. If you end up with extra sauce, you can store it in the fridge for a few days and use it to top pork and salmon skillet dinners.

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Cauliflower-Sauced Chicken Skillet

Andy Lyons

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Juicy chicken meets fresh asparagus and cauliflower for an easy skillet dinner recipe. Don't see any cauliflower? That's because we snuck it into this skillet chicken breast recipe in a creamy, cheesy homemade sauce. Picky eaters will never even know it's there!

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Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

Jason Donnelly

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It's easy as pie! This savory dish makes a creamy, homey dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds. Finish this cast-iron skillet chicken recipe in the oven so the pastry topper gets beautifully golden brown all over.

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Chicken Pad Thai

Kritsada Panichgul

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Once you perfect this traditional pad Thai recipe, you'll never go for takeout again. The chicken, egg, and bean sprouts are all cooked right in your skillet—just add tender rice noodles and a crunchy peanut topping.

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Korean Chicken Tacos

Karla Conrad

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Chili-garlic sauce mixed with lime, ginger, and soy provides the finger-licking sauce on this skillet-seared chicken. Kimchi, a flavorful pickled vegetable condiment, finishes this twist on tacos with some tang. If you're a cilantro fan, you can add a few sprigs on top as a garnish.

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Picadillo-Style Chicken Taco Salad

Andy Lyons

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Cooking chicken in a skillet is especially easy when you're using ground chicken—it's just like cooking ground beef. The lean protein tosses together with tomatoes, potatoes, and olives for a flavorful taco salad mix-in. It's a great meal for getting kids and picky eaters to eat more veggies.

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Thai Green Curry Chicken

Kritsada Panichgul

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These skillet chicken thighs cook in a slightly spicy green curry to add global flavor to your dinner table. Ditch forks in favor of chopsticks for a more authentic dining experience as you devour this 30-minute start-to-finish stir-fry.

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Pan-Roasted Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples

Blaine Moats

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Maple syrup gives these skillet-seared chicken thighs their sweet exterior. Balance the glaze with fresh Brussels sprouts, apples, and thyme. When all those flavors come together in this chicken thigh skillet recipe, they make the perfect fall dinner.

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Skillet Chicken and Green Beans with Lemon-Tahini Sauce

Blaine Moats

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Here's a way you can put a dent in that jar of tahini that doesn't involve making hummus. Add a generous dollop to add flavor and extra protein to the lemon sauce for these cast-iron skillet chicken thighs. Toss in some green beans for more fresh veggies and pretty color, and you've got a complete meal.

Buy It: Lodge 10.25-inch Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet, $14.88, Walmart

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Moroccan Chicken

Scott Little

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Turmeric, cumin, and coriander combine with apricots, olives, and fresh ginger to flavor this sweet and spicy Moroccan-inspired chicken dish. We tossed a can of chickpeas into the mix to give this skillet chicken breast recipe even more protein. The 30-minute meal can be made even faster when you use a purchased pouch of rice.

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Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Jacob Fox

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Even the pickiest eaters will crave this slightly sweet skillet chicken made with maple syrup. Served with a mound of mashed sweet potatoes sprinkled with fresh green onions, it's a hearty fall dinner. While you can certainly make sweet potatoes from scratch, using leftover or refrigerated mashed sweet potatoes gets this skillet chicken breast recipe on the table faster.

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Chicken Cacciatore

Kritsada Panichgul

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Create an Italian classic in less than an hour with fresh vegetables, tender chicken thighs, and a chunky tomato sauce. A splash of balsamic vinegar and a handful of Kalamata olives punch up the Mediterranean flavor. To add freshness, sprinkle this chicken skillet dinner with parsley before bringing it to the table (the pop of green will make it look even more appetizing!).

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Chicken Marsala Skillet

Scott Little

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Chicken Marsala is a classic skillet chicken breast recipe, and we made it super easy to serve on a weeknight. One pan and 35 minutes are all you need for moist chicken cutlets covered in silky mushroom sauce. Add freshness to the family-friendly Italian recipe with snipped parsley and cracked black pepper.

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Chicken Dijonnaise

Blaine Moats

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The rich, flavor-packed mustard sauce that coats this chicken dinner is what makes the recipe a "total keeper," according to one BH&G reader. The classic chicken skillet recipe is quick, too—it's table-ready in just 30 minutes.

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Lemon-Thyme Chicken with Fingerlings

Karla Conrad

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We've already sung the praises of lemon chicken recipes, but this skillet chicken takes it up another notch. Zesty lemon slices and fingerling potatoes are at the heart of this healthy skillet dinner. Add a splash of white wine to elevate the flavor of thyme-seasoned chicken breasts.

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Pan-Fried Chicken with Polenta and Vegetables

Andy Lyons

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You don't need a whole pot of oil to make skillet fried chicken—you can get by with just a few tablespoons! Frying chicken breasts in just a splash of vegetable oil makes them a healthier choice for dinner than regular fried chicken, but they'll still get nice and crispy, just the way we like. This cast-iron skillet chicken breast recipe becomes even better for you with the addition of fresh cherry tomatoes and spinach.

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Chicken and Vegetable Sauté

Karla Conrad

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Grab your skillet, your favorite veggies, and a few chicken breasts, and you can make a healthy, delicious skillet dinner in just 30 minutes. This veggie-filled chicken breast skillet features good-for-you broccoli and carrots, plus red onion. Tossing Northern beans into the mix brings each serving up to a whopping 43 grams of protein, too!

Buy It: Blue Diamond Ceramic 5-quart Sauté Pan, $39.76, Walmart

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Chicken Thighs with Three-Seed Tomatoes and Greens

Andy Lyons

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Dress up skillet chicken thighs with fresh Swiss chard and juicy grape tomatoes. For the brightest, freshest flavor, you could even swap in grape or cherry tomatoes from your garden! Even with all those veggies, we still want to indulge a little, too, so we mixed in crumbles of feta cheese to add creamy richness.

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Basil-Tomato Chicken Skillet

Blaine Moats

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Simple doesn't have to mean boring. Impress your family with these garlicky chicken breasts complete with wilted spinach and vibrant cherry tomatoes. Change up this 25-minute chicken skillet by experimenting with a variety of fresh mushrooms.

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Chicken Breasts with Herbs

Andy Lyons

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Fresh parsley, oregano, lemon peel, and garlic flavor the buttery sauce that coats these golden chicken breasts. Mix up the medley with your favorite in-season herbs, then make this skillet recipe a meal by adding fresh veggies or an easy salad on the side.

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Mexican Chicken and Rice

Andy Lyons

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Make a memorable Mexican meal for six with an extra-large skillet and skinless, boneless chicken breasts. Ground chile pepper lends deep, spicy flavor to the meat, while carrots, olives, and peas keep the dish hearty. If your stomach is growling before this chicken skillet is ready, you can always snack on a Mexican appetizer like chips and salsa while cooking.

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Chicken and Asparagus Skillet Supper

Blaine Moats

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While the chicken cooks, you can speed along the asparagus and summer squash by steaming them in the microwave, then stirring them in at the end. In addition to fresh veggies, bacon makes everything better.

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