12 Effortless Chicken Recipes Under 30 Minutes
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, a delicious home-cooked meal shouldn’t mean sacrificing precious time. In this article, we’ve rounded up 12 effortlessly quick and delicious chicken recipes, all ready in under 30 minutes. Say goodbye to lengthy prep and hello to a flavorful, time-saving dinner that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Homemade Tzatziki

The best juicy Greek chicken meatballs served over a light and fresh Greek salad dressed in tzatziki sauce. Cook them in the oven, stovetop, or air fryer for quick, healthy, gluten-free, and under 30-minute weeknight dinner or lunch.
Curry Chicken Salad


Chicken Salad just got a makeover! This Curry Chicken Salad recipe is a mouthwatering flavor bomb. Loaded with curry powder, creamy mayo, crunchy celery, and onion, this recipe will be on repeat for make-ahead lunches!
Chicken Bacon Greek Salad


This Chicken Bacon Greek Salad is not for the faint of the salad heart. With chicken, bacon, and classic Greek salad flavors, it is hearty enough for a full meal but also perfect for adding some more salad into your diet.
Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken And Veggies


This Paleo Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies recipe is a delicious weeknight dinner! Done in under 30 minutes, healthy, gluten free & so easy to make! This baked balsamic chicken and potatoes will without a doubt become a favorite it your house!
Sheet Pan Parmesan


This Sheet Pan Parmesan is crispy, delicious, and perfect for any night of the week! Your family will ask for it again and again!
Air Fryer Chicken Legs


Experience the perfect blend of crispy skin and tender meat with this foolproof Air Fryer Chicken Legs recipe. Using the magic of air frying technology, these chicken legs turn out golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.
Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowl


A tangy hot sauce coating protein-packed chicken, along plenty of fresh veggies and garnished with creamy feta and avocado all over a bed of fluffy white rice. This Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowl is a hearty meal, perfect for meal prep, that you’re going to want to make again and again.
Creamy Chicken Pasta


On your table in just 30 minutes – this Creamy Chicken Pasta is a winner every time! Packed full of fall flavors like red wine, mushrooms and thyme, it’s a perfect Saturday night dinner – that you will love to have in your lunchbox come Monday. And sure to become your new favorite pasta dish!
Easy Chicken Fried Rice


Hearty Chicken Fried Rice is a classic Chinese dish that is packed full of goodness from leftover rice, tender pan-seared chicken, root vegetables, fragrant fresh garlic, scrambled egg, and tangy green onions! Ready in just 30 minutes it’s ideal on busy weeknights for feeding the whole family – fast!
Hawaiian Fried Rice


Hawaiian Fried Rice is taking the classic fried rice recipe and adding island ingredients will have you feeling the spirit of Aloha in no time!
Buffalo Chicken Salad for One


If you love salad like I do, then you will love this loaded Buffalo Chicken Salad topped with my Homemade Greek Yogurt Ranch! This single serving salad will leave you full and satisfied! It’s loaded with veggies, chicken, and savory blue cheese in every bite!
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Pineapple Chicken Recipe in the Instant Pot


Pineapple Chicken in the Instant Pot is a quick and simple recipe to make for dinnertime. Serve it with a side of rice or vegetables and you’ll have a great, complete meal ready in no time!