Simple Chicken Breast Recipes

When it comes to homemade dinners, there’s little that could beat a plate of tender and juicy chicken, cooked to absolute perfection with flavorful ingredients. These simple chicken breast recipes give you exactly that, plus they come together easily, requiring hardly any effort at all.

What Are Some Simple Ways to Cook Chicken Breasts?

Chicken breasts are versatile and easy to work with, so it’s no surprise that you can cook them with almost any method. For a quick dish that still tastes incredible, here are some simple ways to try:

• Pan-searing and Pan-frying

These are arguably the most common ways to cook chicken breasts. These stovetop methods are a universal favorite because of how quick and easy they are, while still yielding delectable results.

From street foods to restaurants, you can undoubtedly find some variations of crispy-skinned chicken that are fried while coated in flour. Many also like to drench the chicken in a glossy marinade or sauce and sear it over high heat for gorgeous, rich flavors.

• Baking

This hands-off cooking method is a quick and easy way to achieve juicy meat and a perfectly caramelized exterior. Dry rub the boneless meat cut with robust spices and woody herbs or coat it with a butter-garlic mixture for extra flavor. 

If you want to get experimental, consider stuffing the insides with veggies and cheese, or drench the cut in a warming homemade sauce.

• Grilling

Grilled chicken with its golden charred exterior is a welcome sight at any meal. When correctly cooked, the insides are delicate and tender with a distinct smoky flavor that pairs well with various herbs, veggies, grains, pasta, and sauces.

On the other hand, this method can sometimes result in dried-out and bland meat. This problem is easily fixed with a simple brine, a dry rub of spices, or a thorough marinade.

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Healthy Baked Chicken Breast Recipe

This healthy baked chicken breast recipe will always be one of our all-time favorites. Chicken breast is a simple and versatile ingredient that everyone loves.

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Pan Seared Chicken Breast Recipe

In this recipe for pan seared chicken breast, we use searing and sautéing techniques for a crispy touch and buttery finish.

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Cajun Chicken Recipe

This Cajun chicken recipe is a four-step wonder that gives you a restaurant-worthy yet surprisingly comforting dish. Coated in spices and air-fried, the golden chicken carries an eye-catching charred exterior, made even more irresistible by a beautiful accompaniment of colorful vegetables.

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe

Using simple everyday ingredients, this cilantro lime chicken recipe combines fresh limes and tenderly baked chicken breasts for a filling and flavorful meal, served over hot white rice and Pico de Gallo.

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Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe

This healthy air fryer chicken breast recipe makes for a wholesome, hearty meal without excess salt, oil, or calories. Let’s begin.

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Coconut Chicken Recipe

This coconut chicken recipe gives you a simple and convenient chicken dish with a flavorful coconut milk sauce and fresh vegetables.

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Chicken Burger Recipe

Today’s chicken burger recipe gives you a wonderful healthy version of your favorite fast-food dish with tender toasted buns housing savory fried chicken and a refreshing cabbage mix. Both nutritious and delicious!

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Chicken Salad With Avocado Sauce Recipe

This chicken salad with avocado sauce recipe certainly makes a wholesome meal with lean chicken, fresh veggies, and rich avocado sauce.

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Greek Chicken Salad Recipe

Craving for a refreshing salad with delicious savory chicken? This dish is none but both! Our Greek chicken salad recipe will give you a colorful and flavorful dish that is appealing and satiating at the same time.

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Balsamic Chicken Recipe

Today’s balsamic chicken recipe, featuring succulent chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese smothered in a balsamic honey sauce, is a fine representative of Italian cuisine.

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Air Fryer Chicken Salad Recipe

This air fryer chicken salad recipe is the ideal option for a quick and healthy meal when you have less than 30 minutes in the kitchen.

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Stir-fried Chicken And Broccoli Recipe

Today’s stir-fried chicken and broccoli recipe is quick and easy to make: in just around 30 minutes, you will have a delightful main dish with chicken cubes stir-fried with tender-crisp mushrooms and broccoli, served over hot white rice.

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Peanut Butter Chicken Recipe

Today’s peanut butter chicken recipe makes a delicious hearty dinner with savory chicken cooked in a smooth and tasty peanut butter sauce. Serve with hot white rice and boiled broccoli and carrots.

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Stir-fried Chicken Asparagus Recipe

Bite-sized chicken breast chunks, flavored with paprika and garlic powder, are pan-seared to perfection with snappy asparagus. We also add an Asian-inspired condiment, made of hoisin sauce, reduced-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, etc., to bring out the best of chicken and greens.

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Jerk Chicken Recipe

This Jerk chicken recipe serves up a fulfilling meal with flavorful chicken breast in Jerk seasoning, refreshing mango salsa, and white rice.

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Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry Recipe

Our chicken teriyaki stir fry recipe makes an easy 20-minute weeknight dinner with simple ingredients and delectable sauce.

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Hawaiian Chicken Recipe

Our Hawaiian chicken recipe showcases the melting pot of Hawaiian cuisine with a simple dish featuring chicken, vegetables, and rice.

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Air Fryer Peruvian Chicken Recipe

Our air fryer Peruvian chicken recipe delivers a flavor-packed, Peruvian-style roasted chicken with a creamy, spicy green sauce.

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Pulled Chicken Recipe

This pulled chicken recipe is a refreshing change from the regular meat patties that you may already be too familiar with. It features chicken simmered in a hearty sauce, smothered between fresh veggies and air-fried buns—creating irresistible layers of sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavors.

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Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Recipe

This air fryer blackened chicken recipe makes you a delectable meal in about 30 minutes. Once the air fryer is running, you can sit back and relax, knowing you’ll have a succulent meal in no time at all.

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Air Fryer Marinated Chicken Recipe

With simple steps and common ingredients, today’s air fryer marinated chicken recipe guarantees a mouth-watering tasting experience without making a mess.

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Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe

Our chicken salad sandwich recipe makes a fantastic springtime dish. It’s very healthy and very appetizing, even to picky eaters.

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Healthy Chicken Piccata Recipe

If you’re looking for a quick recipe for dinner, this chicken piccata recipe is the one for you. It’s simple and takes less than 30 minutes to make.

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Mustard Chicken Recipe

Our mustard chicken recipe will show you how to make juicy chicken cooked in a flavorful, fragrant sauce with potatoes, mushrooms, and green peas.

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Air Fryer Chicken Milanese Recipe

Our air fryer chicken Milanese recipe is a more delicate alternative to chicken parmesan — less breading, thinner, crispier, and of course, healthier. It is served with a fresh arugula salad.

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Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

This air fryer stuffed chicken breast recipe makes delicious chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful, creamy cheese-spinach filling in just 30 minutes.

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Chicken Larb Recipe

Our healthy chicken larb recipe takes only 5 minutes to prepare and 10 to cook. Your dinner will be ready in a blink of an eye.

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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Recipe

Our Instant Pot shredded chicken recipe creates juicy, flavorful chicken shreds to put in tacos or soups. It’s foolproof and super easy.

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Chicken With Avocado Salsa Recipe

If you’re looking for a tasty and fulfilling dish, we promise that this tender, moist air fryer chicken breast with fresh and creamy avocado salsa won’t let you down.

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Air Fryer Chicken Parmigiana Recipe

Our air fryer chicken parmigiana recipe takes 37 minutes to turn out a crispy chicken with tomato sauce, cheese, and pasta. It’s so easy.

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Air Fryer Grilled Chicken Recipe

Our air fryer grilled chicken recipe might take 35 minutes, but the final 20 is all hands-off. It’s the perfect time to whip up some delicious sides.

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Chicken Salad With Grapes Recipe

This chicken salad with grapes recipe can create a satisfying dinner or a quick-to-make picnic salad— wonderful for prep-ahead lunches.

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Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe

This Chinese chicken salad recipe features a plethora of crunchy veggies, tender strips of chicken, and crispy fried noodles.

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Instant Pot Sesame Chicken Recipe

In today's Instant Pot sesame chicken recipe, you can cut down on both the cooking time and the excess oil from deep-frying.

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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Recipe

This air fryer bacon wrapped chicken recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare — 15 minutes to cook, and 20 minutes to wait. It’s simple to plan ahead.

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Chicken breasts’ mild and delicate taste makes them incredibly easy to pair with a wide variety of ingredients. Explore their versatility with our list of simple chicken breast recipes and find yourself some exciting and easy dishes to make for any occasion.

How to Season Chicken Breasts

When it comes to cooking chicken, regardless of the method, the seasoning is incredibly important. Not only does it make the meat more flavorful and intense, but it also prevents it from becoming dry and tough.

The seasoning process may vary depending on personal preference. However, if you want to be thorough, take these basic steps:

• Brining

Fill a bowl with a quart of lukewarm water, add some salt then stir until it’s dissolved. You can also add sugar or other spices and sweeteners so that the chicken would caramelize better when cooked, although this is optional. 

Once you’re done prepping, submerge the meat in the brine, cover it, and leave it in the fridge for a few hours, depending on the size.

• Brushing

If you want to give the chicken a golden and caramelized exterior, pat the brine dry and brush some butter or olive oil over the surface. This helps to keep the meat from sticking to the pan while also laying a base for the spices to cling onto.

• Seasoning

You can go with a simple salt and pepper to enhance the chicken’s natural flavors. For a more diverse taste, consider strong spices like paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, or herbs like dried oregano, thyme, etc. In Asian dishes, soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce are commonly used.

How to Add Flavor to Chicken Breasts

A general concern when cooking dishes with chicken breasts is how bland it may be since the meat is pretty mild-flavored. However, this delicate taste is actually the perfect blank canvas for different flavoring methods. 

Check out these simple ways to make your chicken breasts more flavorful:

• Marinating

A good marinade will infuse your chicken with its heavenly flavors while also tenderizing the meat and keeping it juicy throughout the cooking process. It can take anywhere from 15 minutes to overnight to marinade, so feel free to make adjustments based on your schedule.

The best part is there’s really no limit to what ingredients you could use. You can take the simple route and use garlic, lime, and some herbs, or branch out with sauces like teriyaki, sriracha, balsamic, BBQ sauce, and many more.

• Breading

This process involves dipping the chicken breast in flour and then an egg wash before coating it with your preferred crumbs. It provides a crispy exterior that wonderfully contrasts the tender meat inside. Additionally, the meat will also carry the mild scent of whichever type of crumb you use.

• Glazing

Glaze the chicken breasts in a juicy mixture of sauces, herbs, and spices for a beautiful glossy exterior. Your chicken will caramelize beautifully when cooked, resulting in a sweet and savory first impression that makes the dish incredibly memorable.