46 Easy Skillet Chicken Recipes To Make Tonight
Greg DuPree
Well-seasoned cast-iron skillets are prized possessions in Southern kitchens. They pack in flavor and often make for meals with easy, hassle-free cleanup so that a chicken dinner no longer has to feel like a last-resort option. These recipes are great for beginners learning how to cook chicken in a skillet or for the more experienced chefs looking for new recipes to add to their weekly dinner rotation. Our collection of chicken skillet recipes range from classics like Skillet Chicken Pot Pie with a Puff Pastry top to One-Pan Hot Honey Chicken and Rice. Take advantage of seasonal produce in our Chicken Fricassee with Spring Vegetables or Lighter Pan-Fried Chicken with Green Beans and Tomatoes. They're best served with a fresh loaf of bread to soak up the rich, pan-made gravy. No matter which of these skillet chicken recipes you choose to cook first, you can't go wrong with any of these delicious options.
Crispy Chicken Thighs With Roasted Radishes
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
A dish as crowd-pleasing as it is pretty to serve, our recipe for Crispy Chicken Thighs With Roasted Radishes takes the humble chicken thigh and elevates it with earthy flavors.
One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta
We combined cheesy pasta and fresh fajitas into one skillet for a delicious meal you can serve up in just 35 minutes.
Chicken Cutlets With Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
Chicken cutlets are a workhorse in the kitchen when it comes time for dinner, and our recipe for Chicken Cutlets With Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce really elevates them to something special.
Honey-Garlic Chicken
Victor Protashio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Christine Keely
Add a dose of fun flavor to your dinnertime rotation with this easy skillet recipe for Honey-Garlic Chicken.
Green Chile Mac And Cheese With Chicken
ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; PROP STYLIST: LYDIA PURCELL; FOOD STYLIST: RUTH BLACKBURN
You simply can't go wrong with mac and cheese, so try your hand at our recipe for Green Chile Mac And Cheese With Chicken to make a finger-licking dinner dish tonight.
Baked Tortellini Alfredo With Mushrooms
Jarred pasta sauce and refrigerated pasta helps this one-skillet meal come together in just 25 minutes. It's a filling dish ideal for weeknights.
One-Pan Hot Honey Chicken and Rice
The best part about this meal–aside from the sweet spice of the honey-chili sauce–is the fact that you can use the leftovers to make fried rice the following day.
Chicken Thighs with Tomato-Caper Sauce
Don't skimp on the bright-and-bursting, tomato-y sauce when you make our Chicken Thighs with Tomato-Caper Sauce recipe for dinner tonight.
Marry Me Chicken
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Marry Me Chicken comes by its name honestly. It's one of the easiest chicken dishes to make, and it has an enormous payoff in terms of flavor and impact.
Lemon Chicken Thighs
Lemon and chicken go together better than almost any other flavor combination we know, and our recipe for Lemon Chicken Thighs cooks up quickly in a skillet.
Chicken With 40 Leaves of Basil
You've probably heard of the recipe Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic. We've re-imagined it with basil for a serious boost of herbaceous flavor.
Chicken-Fried Chicken
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Whether you're serving a group of hungry kids of a set of nostalgic adults, this Chicken-Fried Chicken always satisfies.
Skillet Chicken Pot Pie with Leeks and Mushrooms
Make sure to reserve your chicken stock after cooking. You'll use it to create a deliciously creamy sauce for this classic pot pie.
Lightened-Up Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
Microwave rice and rotisserie chicken helps this dish come together quickly, but it's still packed with plenty of flavor.
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs with Vegetables
Using small chicken thighs will add much more flavor and juice to this recipe, which is also packed with bright flavor (thanks to the onion and lemon) and heartiness (thanks to the Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes).
Chicken Stir-Fry
Our Chicken Stir-Fry recipe is a quick and easy way to get dinner on the table tonight. It's packed with protein and vegetables, and it's easy to prepare.
Chicken-Parmesan Meatballs
If you love a classic Chicken Parmesan dish, we've created another recipe that allows you to enjoy the same flavor from the vessel of your favorite skillet.
Quick King Ranch Chicken Skillet
Use a rotisserie chicken and other grocery store products for this easy King Ranch variation.
Homemade Fried Chicken Sandwich
Few meals please quite like a Homemade Fried Chicken Sandwich. Try this recipe, and you'll think twice about ordering take-out next time.
Buffalo Ranch Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
Serve up the flavors of classic buffalo wings in a hearty and comforting casserole with this 40-minute dish.
Chicken-and-Broccoli Skillet Pasta
Peppadew peppers, which are small, round, and pickled in a sweet-and-spicy brine, spice up this dish. They can be found in the olive bar in your grocery store's deli section.
Chicken Fricassee with Spring Vegetables
This cross between a sauté and a stew is a go-to weeknight dinner come springtime. The fresh vegetables and minimal mess make it easy and delicious.
Chicken Tamale Pie
Use a corn muffin base for this twist on tamales. Layer with chicken tamale mix, cilantro, sour cream, and cheese.
One-Pan Chicken with Lemon, Olives, and Artichokes Recipe
Bold flavors meet in this Mediterranean-inspired meal. Top with herbs like parsley and thyme.
Lighter Pan-Fried Chicken with Green Beans and Tomatoes
Fry chicken in a skillet before placing in the oven to bake. Add back into the skillet after done baking with the addition of the veggies.
Skillet Enchiladas Suizas
This enchilada recipe doesn't require any filling or rolling, and can be served right out of the skillet.
Cast-Iron Chicken Piccata
Add lemon juice, capers, and parsley right before serving to preserve color and flavor in this crowd-pleasing dish.
Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole
Country ham and mushrooms mix with nutty rice to create an old-school chicken-and-rice favorite.
Chicken-Fried Steak With Cream Gravy
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
All you need is a simple vegetable side to accompany this easy-and-indulgent Chicken-Fried Steak With Cream Gravy recipe.
Skillet Chicken Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
Patch pretty puff pastry on the top of this famous comfort dish for an extra crunch.
Skillet BBQ Chicken
Alison Miksch
You don't need to go too low-and-slow with this recipe. Our Skillet BBQ Chicken offers a shortcut to flavor that every kitchen can appreciate.
Blackened Chicken
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
An easy skillet main, this Blackened Chicken recipe make the most of boneless skinless chicken breasts and adds just a few spices to bring out the flavor.
Nashville Hot Chicken
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Want a little spice in your life? Whip up a batch of Nashville Hot Chicken for a punch of flavor. You might just think you've been whisked off to Music City.
Buttermilk Chicken Tenders with Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans
When nothing else will do, turn to chicken tenders. Our recipe is made in a skillet and pairs perfectly with roasted potatoes and green beans.
Mama's Fried Chicken
When it's time to fry chicken, you should break out your most time-tested skillet as well as your most time-tested recipe. For us, that's Mama's Fried Chicken.
Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Cutlets With Haricots Verts
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Think a dinner party main has to be difficult? Think again! Break out your skillet to make this Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Cutlets With Haricots Verts, and you'll have a showstopper on your hands.
Chicken and Shrimp Skillet Rice
It'll be hard to stop yourself from seconds of this hearty meal. Add in Southern staples with your chicken and shrimp like okra and plum tomatoes.
Lemon Chicken Pasta
Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Another classic pairing of lemon and chicken, this Lemon Chicken Pasta recipe is something even the pickiest eaters will love.
Stovetop Chicken Pie
Dinnertime, lunchtime, leftovers...this Stovetop Chicken Pie does it all, and the convenient shortcuts included in our recipe make this dish easy to prepare too.
Buttermilk Alfredo Chicken Spinach Pasta
We incorporated a whole package of spinach into this cheesy pasta dish and we know everyone in the family will enjoy eating their vegetables in this recipe.
King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese
When you want mac and cheese but need a little more protein for dinner, add chicken to the mix. Our King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese bakes up in a skillet for ultimate ease.
Crispy Chicken Thighs with Pasta and Pesto
Homemade arugula pesto can be made up to a week in advance to make this midweek meal even easier to assemble.
Chicken Scallopini
Believe it or not, this one-pan meal can be on your table in just 30 minutes. The rich yet fresh sauce over the tender, crispy chicken has our Test Kitchen crew swooning.
Braised Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Lemons
Add a side of mashed potatoes to this meal so you can soak up all the delicious gravy from the pan.
Bourbon Chicken
Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Bourbon chicken is always packed with flavor, and this recipe makes it even easier to whip up a batch of the take-out classic.
Chicken-Mushroom Skillet
Use oyster and cremini mushrooms in this chicken dish. When cooking the mushrooms, let them sit for three whole minutes in the pan without stirring so they brown nicely.
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