30-Minute Chicken Breast Recipes

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30-Minute Chicken Breast Recipes1/58 Easy Chicken Piccata 58 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Chicken Piccata Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Easy chicken recipes are my go-to dinner choice. My chicken piccata pasta dish is ready to serve in a half hour. It takes just a few minutes in the oven to bake to tender perfection. —Hannah Williams, Malibu, California This chicken piccata recipe is perfect for people who don’t want to spend all their time in the kitchen. This dish needs just 5-10 minutes in

the oven and is delicious for any weeknight

the oven and is delicious for any weeknight. 2/58 Artichoke Chicken 33 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Artichoke Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rosemary, mushrooms and artichokes combine to give chicken a wonderful savory flavor. I’ve served this dish for a large group by doubling the recipe. It’s always a big hit with everyone—especially my family! —Ruth Stenson, Santa Ana, California 3/58 Bacon & Swiss Chicken Sandwiches 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bacon & Swiss Chicken Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home

She likes to dip her sandwich in the extra honey-mustard sauce

Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this chicken sandwich recipe based on a meal my daughter ordered at a restaurant. She likes to dip her sandwich in the extra honey-mustard sauce. —Marilyn Moberg, Papillion, Nebraska This sandwich may seem simple, but it tastes out of this world. The combo of bacon and swiss cheese makes this sandwich a real winner. 4/58 Cumin Chicken 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This zesty chicken dish comes

together in a flash, so it’s perfect for those busy weeknights

together in a flash, so it’s perfect for those busy weeknights. But it’s so saucy and delicious, it’s certainly good enough for company! —Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia This chicken dish comes together with ease in no time at all. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you don’t have much time to spare. 5/58 Chicken Pizza 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My fun twist on typical pizza is an excellent way to use up leftover pesto. And since it’s loaded with protein-rich chicken and black beans, it’s

hearty enough to satisfy everyone!

hearty enough to satisfy everyone! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Making this pizza is an excellent way to use up leftover pesto. It’s loaded with protein-rich chicken and black beans and is hearty enough to satisfy everyone! 6/58 Artichoke Chicken Pasta 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Artichoke Chicken Pasta Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a colorful, delicious chicken dish that’s easy enough for weeknights, yet special enough for guests. Oregano, garlic and a light wine sauce add lovely flavor. —Cathy Dick, Roanoke,

Virginia This chicken dish is as tasty as it is colorful

Virginia This chicken dish is as tasty as it is colorful. With the help of seasonings like oregano and garlic, the sauce is the real star! 7/58 Chicken Provolone 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Provolone Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken Provolone, though one of my simplest dishes, is one of my husband’s favorites. It is easy to prepare and looks fancy served on a dark plate with a garnish of fresh parsley or basil. Add some buttered noodles for an easy side dish.

—Dawn Bryant, Thedford, Nebraska

—Dawn Bryant, Thedford, Nebraska This cheesy chicken dish is sure to be a new weekly favorite for your household. It’s easy to prepare and the kids will love it. 8/58 Speedy Chicken Marsala 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of my favorite dishes to order in restaurants, so I created a version that I could make in a flash on a weeknight at home. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho You can’t go wrong with chicken marsala. And with this recipe, you won’t have to spend

hours in the kitchen

hours in the kitchen. 9/58 Angel Hair with Chicken & Cherries 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nutmeg and cherries are the new “it” pair. It’s the secret something that really makes this angel hair pasta dish. My vegetarian friend likes it just as well without chicken. —Mary Ann Sander, Centralia, Missouri Nutmeg and cherries are an unusual but delectable pairing. If you like pasta, this is the one for you. 10/58 Grilled Basil Chicken and Tomatoes 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time

It tastes just like summer

25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Relax after work with a cold drink while this savory chicken marinates in an herby tomato blend for an hour, then toss it on the grill. It tastes just like summer. —Laura Lunardi, West Chester, Pennsylvania Nothing says “summer” quite like fresh basil. This tender chicken dish is great for summer gatherings and potlucks. 11/58 Penne Gorgonzola with Chicken 88 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Penne Gorgonzola with Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the

You can substitute another cheese for the Gorgonzola if you like

Recipe Creator: This rich, creamy pasta dish is a snap to throw together for a weeknight meal but special enough for company. You can substitute another cheese for the Gorgonzola if you like. —George Schroeder, Port Murray, New Jersey This rich, creamy pasta dish is easy to throw together for any day of the week. Feel free to switch out the gorgonzola cheese for something else, like Parmesan. You can’t go wrong with this tasty recipe. Tender chicken breast topped with mushrooms, bacon, green onions and cheese makes for a delicious family meal. 12/58 13/58 Cheesy Chicken Subs 7 Reviews

Thousands of students have enjoyed this wonderful sub since then

Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cheesy Chicken Subs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been part of the Food Services staff at Appalachian State University for 33 years. One summer we created this flavorful sandwich that combines seasoned grilled chicken, Swiss cheese and sauteed mushrooms and onions. Thousands of students have enjoyed this wonderful sub since then. —Jane Hollar, Vilas, North Carolina This flavorful sandwich combines seasoned grilled chicken, Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms and onions. It’s quick and simple, but quite satisfying. 14/58 Cashew Chicken

We love the flavor from the fresh ginger and the crunch of the cashews

with Ginger 39 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cashew Chicken with Ginger Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There are lots of recipes for cashew chicken, but my family thinks this one stands alone. We love the flavor from the fresh ginger and the crunch of the cashews. Another plus is it’s easy to prepare. —Oma Rollison, El Cajon, California With standout flavors from the fresh ginger and the crunch of the cashews, this Asian-inspired dish is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Eat up! 15/58 Chicken

My dad’s a chef, so I learned to cook at an early age

with Cherry Wine Sauce 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My dad’s a chef, so I learned to cook at an early age. This saucy chicken was the first dish I made by myself. —Ben Diaz, Azusa, California This saucy chicken is heaven on a plate. The cherry wine sauce adds summer flavors to this tender and juicy chicken recipe. 16/58 Roasted Pepper Chicken Penne 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My

No one will accuse you of cutting corners

husband calls me an aerobic cook because I can make this Italian dish in just 30 minutes. No one will accuse you of cutting corners. It tastes like it’s been simmering deliciously for hours. —Regina Cowles, Boulder, Colorado For a weekly night staple, you can’t beat this pasta dish. The roasted red pepper sauce is a great alternative to tomato sauce. 17/58 Chicken Alfredo with Grilled Apples 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’ve never grilled apples before, here’s your excuse to start. I created this

Alfredo-style chicken for a party

Alfredo-style chicken for a party. By the number of recipe requests, I knew it was a hit. —Richard Robinson, Park Forest, Illinois If you’ve never grilled apples before, here’s your excuse to start. This chicken Alfredo is creamy and hard to resist. 18/58 Strawberry Chicken Salad 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings plus 1 cup leftover dressing Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Juicy berries, crisp sugar snap peas and crunchy pecans complement the lime-marinated chicken in this pretty salad. The homemade sweet-sour dressing is

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