Cooking Juicy Chicken Breast in 26 Mouthwatering Ways (2024)

Tired of dry, boring chicken breasts? You're not alone! This post is your guide to achieving juicy, flavorful chicken perfection every single time. We'll explore 26 delicious ways to cook chicken breast, from quick stovetop skillet meals to amazing oven-baked dishes.

Get ready for exciting flavor combinations, from zesty lemon herb to creamy Parmesan garlic. We'll also cover smart cooking techniques that guarantee moist, tender chicken. So ditch the bland chicken rut and dive into a world of juicy chicken breast recipes that will have you licking your plate.

Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry

This Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and easy weeknight dinner your family will love. Making it in a sheet pan makes it a hands off, no stir, stir fry! Get the recipe.

Chicken Greek Panzanella Salad

Herb-smothered grilled chicken, fresh veggies and crunchy croutons produce an epic Grilled Chicken Greek Panzanella Salad. It's a feel good recipe your family will love! Get the recipe.

Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken

Decadent and delicious, this Stovetop Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken skillet meal is just 30 minutes away. Filled with rich flavors and made in one pan, this simple and easy recipe is sure to be your new fave. And the creamy honey mustard cream sauce is amazing on rice, potatoes, and roasted veggies, too! Get the recipe.

Pumpkin Chicken Curry

Pumpkin Chicken Curry is juicy, tender chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces and simmered in a flavorful and creamy canned pumpkin sauce. This easy and quick one-skillet recipe is bursting with flavor and is perfect for a cozy autumn meal. Get the recipe.

Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff

This Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff is a creamy, savory, luxurious dinner inspired by delicious Eastern European cuisine and it's ready to eat in just half an hour! You simply can't beat this easy stroganoff recipe for a one-skillet, thirty-minute dinner when you're ready for a satisfying, comforting meal that doesn't involve slaving in the kitchen all afternoon. Get the recipe.

French Chicken Gratin

Chicken Tartiflette is an ultimate French potato bake taken up a notch. So creamy and insanely delicious, this comforting Chicken Gratin packs a serious flavor punch. Perfect entree for when that comfort food craving kicks in. Get the recipe.

Homemade Chicken Kiev

Tender chicken fillet is stuffed with herbed butter, double breaded,and cooked to crispy perfection. It's a true comfort food on a plate. Get the recipe.

White Chicken Chili

This yummy White ChickenChili is made with Ground Chicken, Sour Cream and is ready to be served in 40 minutes. This easy and hearty soup recipe will satisfy you for hours. The perfect recipe for busy weeknight dinners. Get the recipe.

Air Fryer Bruschetta Stuffed Chicken Breasts

This air fryer bruschetta stuffed chicken breasts recipe infuses chicken with the best Italian flavours. Chicken, tomatoes and provolone cheese pair up beautifully in this easy chicken recipe. Whip up this easy bruschetta chicken bake for dinner and you won’t be disappointed. It is such a great air fryer chicken recipe that you can enjoy year round. Get the recipe.

Baked Mustard Chicken Meatballs

These baked mustard chicken meatballs feature lightly seared balls of ground chicken, rice, and spices baked in a creamy mustard sauce. The recipe makes plenty of meatballs to satisfy your hungry family on busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

Chicken Milanese with Tomato Arugula Salad

This recipe for Chicken Milanese is truly the BEST you will ever have. Crispy breaded Italian chicken cutlets get topped with a lemony arugula tomato salad and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. It's a simple and delicious Italian dinner that will have you coming back for seconds (and thirds). Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Sesame Chicken

Instant Pot Sesame Chickenis a delicious weeknight meal that the entire family will love. This hearty dish comes together quickly and has tender chicken covered in a sweet and savory sauce.Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala

This Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is a super flavorful and aromatic Indian chicken curry made with marinated tender chicken cooked in a creamy sauce. This restaurant-quality chicken tikka masala is so easy to make in the instant pot, that you will not consider take-out again. Make it along with pot-in-pot basmati rice for a complete meal. Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Herb Chicken

A quick and flavorful, weeknight dinner meal of chicken breast. Enjoy a healthy main dish in only 20 minutes! Get the recipe.

Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli Bake

If you miss Alfredo, look no further. CreamyChicken Alfredo with Broccoli Bakeis the ultimate comfort food that is easy to make, low carb, and delicious. Inunder 30 minutes, you’ll have a wonderful meal on the table with little effort. You won’t even miss your traditional pasta dish. Get the recipe.

Easy Orange Chicken Recipe

This easy orange chicken recipe can be thrown together last minute if you have the Teriyaki sauce already made. It’s quick, simple and equal to anything you’d get in a restaurant…. only better because there are no garbage ingredients in it! Get the recipe.

Cobb Salad Recipe with Chicken

Healthy Cobb Salad Recipe with Chicken is a fantastic healthy meal that can be thrown together quickly. It is easy to make ahead to enjoy later. Get the recipe.

Cheesy Baja Chicken and Bell Pepper Skillet

This cheesy Baja chicken and bell pepper skillet, is packed with south of the border flavors. With juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and a blend of Mexican seasonings, all topped with melted Pepper Jack cheese, this chicken cheesesteak dish is sure to become a new family favorite! Get the recipe.

Chicken Piccata

This easy chicken piccata is a classic dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken with a zesty lemony sauce. Get the recipe.

The BEST Italian Chicken Saltimbocca

It’s a classic Italian baked chicken dish with sage saltimbocca sauce. The ingredients include sage, prosciutto, provolone cheese, and chicken, so you know it’s going to be rich and full of amazing flavors. It’s beautiful served with polenta, roasted or boiled potatoes or pasta. This traditional Italian dish will become your favorite chicken dinner recipe. Get the recipe.

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

If you are looking for a quick, family-friendly dinner idea, I've got you covered. These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the easiest things ever and kids love them. Ready in under 30 minutes too! Get the recipe.

Chicken Philly Cheesesteak

The classic Philly cheesesteak sandwich dates back to the 1930s in Philadelphia and features thinly sliced beef, peppers & onions, and melted cheese. My healthy and tasty version of the classic sandwich is easy to make and great formeal prep. Get the recipe.

Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak Recipe

This buffalo chicken cheesesteak recipe is easy to make, delicious, and packed with flavor. With a mouthwatering combination of tender sliced chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, gooey cheese, and spicy buffalo sauce, each bite is SO GOOD! Get the recipe.

Chicken Bryan - Copycat Carrabba's Recipe

This Carrabba's Chicken Bryan copycat recipe tops grilled chicken breasts with a basil lemon butter sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy goat cheese. It's just like the original at home! Get the recipe.

Hasselback Chicken

Our 4-ingredientHasselback Chickenrecipe is a quick, versatile, and delicious meal featuring stuffed chicken that tastes as impressive as it looks and is perfect for busy weeknight dinners. Get the recipe.

Chicken Pathia

Are you squeezed for money but yearn for your favourite takeaway? Here’s one British Indian restaurant favourite you can prepare at home – chicken pathia! Get the recipe.

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