Knowing some easy chicken recipes for dinner that only need a few ingredients can be a life saver during a hectic week! These recipes all require 10 or less ingredients- nothing complicated or expensive. You won’t believe the variety of dishes you can make with some chicken, vegetables, and a yummy seasoning!
On busy weeknights, it can be easy to just take out a pre-made meal from the freezer or order in for dinner. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with this, but making your own meals at home can be just as quick and much more economical. Almost all of these recipes come together in under an hour and use real, fresh ingredients that will give your meal lots of flavor.
This list includes a variety of dishes that can be used at any time of the year for a quick meal that your whole family can enjoy. Additionally, most of these recipes can be made dairy-free or gluten-free with a few tweaks, making them a great option if you have allergies. So the next time you’re looking for an easy and yummy dinner, try out one of these recipes.
Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers
These easy Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers make a delicious and healthy meal that comes together in 30 minutes. With only 6 ingredients, you can create a yummy dish that will carry you away to the Mediterranean coast in your first bite!
Serve with a side salad, bruschetta toasts, or sourdough naan and hummus for a filling and nutritious meal. This recipe is naturally dairy-free and gluten-free, but even if you don’t have those allergies, you’re still sure to enjoy these stuffed bell peppers. Click here to find the full recipe!
Strawberry Chicken Salad
This strawberry chicken salad is packed with fresh strawberries, tender cilantro-lime chicken, and chunks of avocado. Drizzled with a citrusy cilantro dressing, this summer salad makes such a refreshing and bright meal on sunny days!
You’ll love that this salad is full of nutritious ingredients and easy to customize if you have allergies. It doesn’t contain any dairy or nuts, and you can also make it gluten-free by omitting the croutons. The avocados provide some healthy fats, and the strawberries are full of antioxidants and vitamin C. The spinach packs in some iron while the protein from the chicken will keep you full for a long time. All in all, you can enjoy this yummy salad knowing you’re nourishing your body well too! Click here to try it out!
Gluten-Free Lasagna Recipe with Zucchini
This Gluten-Free Lasagna Recipe with Zucchini uses a few summery ingredients to make a delicious and wholesome meal you’re sure to enjoy! In under an hour, you can have this yummy dish ready to serve. While the lasagna cooks, cut up a few slices of your favorite sourdough bread, make a quick salad as a side, and voilà – dinner is served!
This recipe is excellent for entertaining guests with allergies. Even if you’re not gluten-free, using zucchini instead of traditional noodles in this recipe adds an extra nutritional and flavorful punch. Click here to try this recipe for yourself.
Tuscan Chicken Pasta
This Tuscan Chicken Pasta recipe uses a few simple ingredients to make a bright and summery meal. The garlic, oregano, tomatoes, and onions in this creamy tuscan sauce is a combination designed to make your taste buds dance.
My friends and I made this recipe using ingredients from our cafeteria, and it turned out surprisingly flavorful and yummy – a much needed break from the bland fare of college cooking. If we can make this meal, then you can too! Click here for the full recipe.
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps meld ginger, garlic, and hoison sauce to create a flavorful meal you’re sure to love. If you’ve ever had P. F. Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps, this recipe tastes exactly like them. With only 7 ingredients, this meal comes together in a snap, perfect for making on a busy weeknight.
Naturally, these wraps are dairy-free, but you can make them gluten-free by using gluten-free hoison sauce. Pair this dish with a side of veggies and rice or sourdough naan for a filling and nutritious meal. Click here for the full recipe.
Summery Chicken Pesto Galette
This Summery Chicken Pesto Galette uses just 6 ingredients to make a mouth-watering dinner. While this recipe does take a bit longer to prepare, you’ll find the wait is absolutely worth it. Starting with a sourdough crust base, this galette blends together creamy pesto sauce with acidic cherry tomatoes.
Chopped rotisserie chicken adds protein while mozzarella and oregano provide the finishing touch. So be patient, set the table while you wait, and enjoy the aroma of this galette baking! Click here for the full recipe.
Creamy Chicken and Chickpea Soup
This Creamy Chicken and Chickpea Soup is a simple and nutritious meal that uses ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Chickpeas and coconut milk make this soup extra creamy and delicious. It’s easy to mix and match the veggies used in this soup.
I used bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes because they were what I had on hand, but if you have a zucchini you really need to eat, feel free to throw it in the soup too. This recipe is also gluten and dairy-free, making it a great option for entertaining guests with allergies. Serve with your favorite sourdough bread and enjoy! Click here for the full recipe.
Focaccia Sandwich
These focaccia sandwiches, made with sourdough bread and filled with roasted chicken, red peppers, and creamy pesto, are sure to hit the spot! They make such an easy and summery meal and come together so quickly.
The secret to this sandwich really is in getting the right focaccia. It has to have just the perfect balance of salt, olive oil, and springiness. While I’d highly recommend baking your own focaccia (it’s one of the easiest sourdough recipes you can make!), you can also find great options at local bakeries or markets. Seriously, once you’ve made a sandwich with good quality focaccia, you’ll have a hard time going back! Click here to make some for yourself this week.
Which of these recipes was your favorite? Let me know in the comments section below!
If you make these this recipe and enjoy it, let me know in the comments section below! You can also tag me on instagram @oldfashionedinspiration with a picture of your creation.
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