Stuck on what to do with that package of chicken breasts in your freezer or fridge? Look no further! We compiled a list of 27 of our best boneless skinless chicken breast recipes for you to try!

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Today, we’re talking about one of the most versatile ingredients that’s a staple in every meat lover’s kitchen: boneless skinless chicken breasts.

Why chicken breasts are great

Easy to cook: Boneless skinless chicken breasts not only readily available, but they are a blank slate, ready to be prepared in any number of ways. There is very little prep work involved.

Versatile: Chicken breasts can be used in so many different ways. Try them in salads, soups, stews, casseroles, grilling, and so much more! You can stuff them, you can marinate them, you can roll them, you can make them into nuggets. Really, truly, the options are endless.

Healthy: Boneless skinless chicken breast is a lean cut of meat that’s taken from the breast of the chicken. It’s low in fat and high in protein, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to maintain a healthy diet without sacrificing flavor.

How to Cook Chicken Safely

As with any cut of chicken, it’s important to prep and cook it in a safe way that will keep you and your loved ones healthy! Here are some tips:

  • Always wash your hands before and after handling raw chicken to prevent the spread of bacteria.
  • Thaw frozen chicken breasts in the refrigerator or in a bowl of very cold water to prevent bacterial growth. When thawing chicken in the fridge, place it in a dish in case the package it is in leaks. This will catch any juices.
  • Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw chicken and other ingredients to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to kill harmful bacteria. Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. Eating undercooked or raw chicken can cause foodborne illness.
  • Refrigerate leftover chicken within 1 hour of cooking, and consume within 3-4 days.

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Recipes

Below are some easy and delicious recipes that you can make with boneless skinless chicken breast. These recipes are perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want to whip up something quick and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. This is just an assortment of our favorite recipes and isn’t even close to an exhaustive list of the recipes we have available, so be sure browse all of our chicken recipes. I didn’t include any air fryer recipes on this list, but again, you can browse all our air fryer recipes if you’d like.

I included just two of our chicken marinades, but we have many – click that link to see them all.

Poached chicken breasts in a pan with water, lemon slices, thyme.

Poached Chicken – How To Poach Chicken

4.75 from 8 votes
Learn how to make easy poached chicken: tender, juicy, and so versatile. Use it to make salads, sandwiches, casseroles, and more!
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Sliced balsamic marinated chicken.

Balsamic Chicken Marinade Recipe

4.43 from 254 votes
This balsamic chicken marinade is made using ingredients you probably have on hand. It will become a favorite for either grilling or baking in the oven!
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Chicken breasts in a skillet topped with cranberry sauce, garnished with rosemary sprigs.

Cranberry Chicken

4.67 from 6 votes
This cranberry chicken recipe cooks in a single skillet and the combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavor makes it a standout!
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Chicken bites on a plate with ranch dressing.

Chicken Bites

4.80 from 29 votes
Crispy, tender, and perfectly seasoned, chicken bites will be an instant hit. My family loves them and the bonus? They are easy to make.
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Slice of chicken on a fork with honey mustard sauce.

Baked Honey Mustard Chicken – super easy!

5 from 4 votes
You'll fall in love with this easy-to-make baked honey mustard chicken. The sauce is so good you'll want to slurp it up with a spoon.
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Overhead view of a bowl of chicken tortilla soup topped with avocado, tortilla strips, and cheese.

Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

4.63 from 8 votes
So flavorful and nutritious, chicken tortilla soup is mildly spicy and easy to make. With black beans, corn, tomatoes, and crispy homemade corn tortilla strips, it's sure to please! 
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Baked chicken cordon bleu, cut in half to show filling.

Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu

4.52 from 31 votes
Stuffed with flavorful ham and melting Swiss cheese, baked chicken cordon bleu is surprisingly easy to make and has an elegant presentation.
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Bourbon chicken served on rice with sesame seeds and green onions.

Bourbon Chicken Recipe

4.43 from 7 votes
You have to try this bourbon chicken — the sauce is over the top delicious! Everyone just raves about it!
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Chicken tortellini soup with kale and pesto, toped with cheese.

Chicken Tortellini Soup with Kale and Pesto

4.84 from 6 votes
Chicken tortellini soup is easy to make, delicious to eat, and perfect for busy weeknights. Baby kale and pesto guarantee plenty of nutrition and flavor!
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Chicken parmesan on a white plate with a green salad.

Baked Chicken Parmesan

5 from 5 votes
Try this healthy baked chicken Parmesan with steamed broccoli or pasta for an easy to make weeknight dinner. 
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Healthy chicken nuggets on a plate with pizza sauce.

Healthy Chicken Nuggets

4.75 from 4 votes
Healthy chicken nuggets with Parmesan are baked, not fried, and kids of every age (and grown-ups) love them. Say goodbye to the drive-thru! 
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Chicken breast stuffed with fajita vegetables and cheese.

Fajita Stuffed Chicken

5 from 2 votes
Try fajita stuffed chicken, with peppers, onions, and cheese stuffed inside tender chicken breasts, breaded with a crispy coating of crushed tortilla chips.
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Chicken and asparagus pasta in white bowl.

Creamy Chicken and Asparagus Pasta Recipe

5 from 1 vote
With a rich Alfredo sauce, this creamy chicken and asparagus pasta is sure to be a hit, and it's loaded with healthy vegetables.
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Hot honey chicken sheet pan dinner with honey being drizzled on.

Hot Honey Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

4.72 from 7 votes
You'll love this hot honey chicken sheet pan dinner with roasted chicken, Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes, dressed up with spicy hot honey. One pan and lots of delicious eating!
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Orange chicken on a black plate with broccoli and rice.

Homemade Orange Chicken Recipe

4.67 from 6 votes
This is THE perfect homemade orange chicken recipe: delicious fried chicken bites paired with a fresh orange sauce that has just a tinge of heat.
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Mulligatawny soup on a ladle.

Mulligatawny Soup Recipe

5 from 2 votes
Mulligatawny soup, a traditional curry soup from India, is fragrant, rich and creamy, perfect to warm you up on a cold winter night.
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Honey and sriracha glazed shredded chicken over rice, served with steamed broccoli.

Instant Pot Honey Sriracha Chicken

5 from 7 votes
With a garlicky sweet and spicy sauce, Instant Pot honey Sriracha chicken is ready to eat in less than 30 minutes. You won't believe how good it is!
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BBQ Chicken burrito bowl with avocado and sour cream.

BBQ Chicken Bowl

5 from 3 votes
A BBQ chicken bowl is a meal in a bowl with rice, chicken, fajita style bell peppers and onions, and lots of tangy sweet BBQ sauce. Go crazy with the toppings!
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Chicken and vegetables served over couscous.

Tarragon Chicken with Vegetables

5 from 2 votes
An easy-to-make skillet chicken dinner that boasts lots of vegetables and a fresh lemon tarragon sauce. Serve it with couscous, rice, or noodles.
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Sweet and sour chicken stir fry on a plate with rice.

Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir Fry

5 from 2 votes
You'll find tender chunks of chicken, juicy pineapple, crisp bell pepper and onion, and a tangy sauce in this easy sweet and sour chicken recipe. Much healthier than restaurant versions, you can have this stir fry dinner on the table in 30 minutes. 
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Avocado chicken salad between two slices of multigrain bread.

Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe – creamy and healthy!

4.88 from 8 votes
Healthy avocado chicken salad makes a great lunch or light dinner entrée. The creamy dressing is made with Greek yogurt, avocado, and lemon juice.
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Close up view of a grilled chicken breast marinated in Italian chicken marinade. It is sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley.

Italian Chicken Marinade

4.58 from 7 votes
For juicy and flavorful grilled chicken, try marinating it in a zesty Italian chicken marinade. You'll be amazed at how tasty and easy this homemade marinade is.
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Overhead view of a white plate filled with white rice, chicken, sugar snap peas, carrots, and red onions in stir fry form. It is garnished with fresh basil ribbons.

Chicken Stir Fry Recipe with Ginger and Basil

4.58 from 7 votes
Garnished with fresh basil, chicken stir fry with ginger, sugar snap peas, and carrots is easy to make and so versatile. You'll love the ginger scented sauce that has just the right amount of heat!
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Slice of bbq chicken pizza being removed from pan.

BBQ Chicken Pizza

5 from 2 votes
Crispy crust, lots of bacon, chicken, onions, and cheddar with zesty barbecue sauce, makes BBQ chicken pizza a really rockin' pizza!
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Overhead view of chile relleno soup, topped with cheddar cheese.

Chile Relleno Soup with Chicken

4.52 from 25 votes
Creamy, with just a touch of heat, chile relleno soup with chicken will warm you up from the inside out. If you love chiles rellenos, cheese stuffed poblano peppers, you'll love this soup.
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Pasta with chicken, cheese sauce, bacon, and green onions, in a white bowl.

Instant Pot Crack Chicken Pasta Recipe

4.86 from 7 votes
So good it's almost "addicting", Instant Pot crack chicken pasta is an easy one pan pasta dinner that your family will love!
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Chicken breast in a black pan with creamy mustard sauce.

Chicken with Mustard Sauce Recipe (creamy & delicious!)

4.50 from 36 votes
This chicken with mustard sauce is an easy and elegant one pan meal. The amazing creamy dijon sauce with rosemary will have you wanting to lick your plate clean! 
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Image of chicken and dumplings with a dumpling cut in half to show inside texture.

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

4.72 from 7 votes
Redolent with chicken, vegetables, herbs, white wine enhanced creamy sauce, and plump chive dumplings, Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings is homemade comfort, warming you from the inside out. 
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Crockpot teriyaki chicken on top of rice, with broccoli.

Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

4.34 from 410 votes
Boneless skinless chicken breasts and homemade teriyaki sauce served over rice make this crockpot teriyaki chicken a perfect weeknight meal. 
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