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 10 Easy Chicken Recipes for Quick & Delicious Meals

Looking for simple and tasty chicken recipes? Whether you're short on time or just want an easy meal, these chicken dishes are perfect for any night of the week. With minimal ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a delicious homemade meal in no time!

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1. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts (cubed)

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tsp paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

1 tbsp parsley (chopped)

Instructions:

1. Heat butter in a pan over medium heat.

2. Add chicken cubes, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook until golden brown.

3. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.

4. Garnish with parsley and serve with rice or veggies.

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2. Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

4 chicken thighs

3 tbsp honey

3 tbsp soy sauce

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan and sear chicken thighs until golden brown.

2. Mix honey, soy sauce, and garlic, then pour over chicken.

3. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.

4. Serve with rice or roasted potatoes.

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3. One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts

2 tbsp olive oil

Juice of 1 lemon

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan, season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then cook until golden.

2. Add garlic and lemon juice, then cook for another 2-3 minutes.

3. Serve with roasted veggies or pasta.

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4. BBQ Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients:

6 chicken drumsticks

1 cup BBQ sauce

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

Salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Season drumsticks with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Brush with BBQ sauce and bake for 35-40 minutes.

4. Serve with coleslaw or mashed potatoes.

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5. Easy Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts (sliced)

2 cups mixed veggies (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp sesame oil

2 cloves garlic (minced)

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a pan and cook chicken until golden.

2. Add garlic and veggies, stir-fry for 5 minutes.

3. Pour in soy sauce and cook for another 2 minutes.

4. Serve with rice or noodles.

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6. Crispy Parmesan Chicken

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg

1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and garlic powder. Dip chicken in beaten egg, then coat with the mixture.

3. Bake for 25-30 minutes until crispy.

4. Serve with a side salad or pasta.

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7. Buffalo Chicken Wraps

Ingredients:

2 cups shredded chicken

1/2 cup buffalo sauce

4 tortillas

1/2 cup ranch dressing

Lettuce and shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Mix chicken with buffalo sauce.

2. Fill tortillas with lettuce, chicken, cheese, and ranch dressing.

3. Wrap tightly and serve.

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8. Sheet Pan Chicken & Vegetables

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts (cubed)

2 cups mixed veggies (zucchini, bell peppers, potatoes)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss chicken and veggies with olive oil and seasoning.

3. Spread on a sheet pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.

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9. Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked shredded chicken

1 cup shredded cheese

4 tortillas

1/2 cup salsa

Instructions:

1. Heat a pan and place a tortilla in it.

2. Add chicken, cheese, and salsa, then top with another tortilla.

3. Cook until golden on both sides, then slice and serve.

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10. Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts (sliced)

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tsp Italian seasoning

8 oz pasta

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta and set aside.

2. Sauté chicken with garlic and Italian seasoning.

3. Add cream and Parme

san, then stir in pasta.

4. Serve hot.

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Final Thoughts

These easy chicken recipes are perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a quick and tasty meal. Try one tonight and let us know your favorite in the comments!

Would you like more specific variations, such as spicy or keto-friendly chicken recipes?