5 Super Simple Chicken Recipes For Dinner (with just a few cheap ingredients!)
If you love easy dinner recipes to make frugal meals, these 5 super simple one pot chicken recipes are for YOU!
From creamy chicken pasta, to honey garlic chicken thighs and stir-fry, these recipes are not only easy to make, they’re absolutely delicious!
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If you’re anything like me, weeknight dinners can sometimes feel like a race against the clock (and a REAL strain on the budget – ugh!).
That lead me to try and figure out some cheap easy dinners with chicken that I can make in a snap… and the fam will actually eat (which is NO easy chore ’round here haha!)
Below are five incredibly easy chicken recipes that are not only delicious but also quick to whip up!
Whether you’ need a simple one-pan meal or craving some zesty tacos, you’ll find something here to please your taste buds and save you time in the kitchen.
One Pan Chicken and Vegetables
Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken breasts and mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
3. Transfer to a baking dish and spread out evenly.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
Chicken Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
– 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced thin
– 2 cups mixed vegetables (like broccoli, bell peppers, and snap peas)
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
– 1 teaspoon ginger (fresh or ground)
– Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions:
1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add sliced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
3. Add mixed vegetables and ginger; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Stir in soy sauce and cook for an additional minute.
5. Serve over cooked rice.
Creamy Chicken Pasta
Ingredients:
– 8 oz pasta (any type)
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add garlic and cream, bringing to a simmer.
3. Stir in cooked chicken and Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and creamy.
4. Add the pasta and season with salt and pepper; mix until well combined.
5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Shredded Chicken Tacos
Ingredients:
– 1 lb cooked, shredded chicken
– 1 packet taco seasoning
– 8 small corn or flour tortillas
– Toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, avocado
Instructions:
1. In a skillet, combine shredded chicken with taco seasoning and a splash of water; heat over medium heat until warm.
2. Warm tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
3. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with the seasoned chicken and your choice of toppings.
Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients:
– 1 lb chicken thighs
– 1/4 cup honey
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and reduce heat. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
5. Serve with rice or vegetables.
