Getting dinner on the table fast is a whole lot easier when you have thin-sliced chicken breast on hand. These easy chicken recipes are quick to cook, packed with flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights. From skillet meals and oven-baked favorites to creamy pastas and family-friendly casseroles, this list of 35+ thin-sliced chicken breast recipes will help you turn that simple protein into a dinner everyone loves, without spending all night in the kitchen.
Family-Friendly Chicken Favorites
Simple, crowd-pleasing recipes even picky eaters love. These dishes are proof that easy can still be delicious!
- Smothered Chicken Breasts with Gravy
- Chicken Pizzaiola
- Chicken with Bacon and Cheese
- Homemade Shake and Bake Chicken – thin chicken cutlets coated in breadcrumbs seasoned with salt, paprika, garlic powder, etc
- Loaded Santa Fe Chicken Bake
Quick Skillet Chicken Dinners
Fast, flavorful, and made in one pan! With just a few ingredients, these recipes come together in under 30 minutes and make cleanup a breeze.
- Easy Chicken Pomodoro – 20 minutes and so easy!
- Chicken with Mushroom Cream Sauce
- Chili Ranch Skillet Chicken
- Chicken with Pesto Cream Sauce
- Creamy Sun Dried Tomato and Basil Chicken
- Marry Me Chicken Skillet
- Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Skillet
Oven-Baked Chicken Recipes
Tender, juicy, and full of flavor…these baked chicken dinners are easy to prep and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Creamy Artichoke Chicken Bake
- Baked Panko Chicken with Honey Drizzle
- Monterey Jack Unfried Chicken
- Baked Chicken Cutlets
- Easy Burrata Chicken Parmesan
- Million Dollar Chicken Bake
Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipes
Comfort food made easy! These creamy pasta dishes use thin chicken breasts for a filling, kid-approved dinner.
- Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta
- Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
- Chicken Pasta with Sun Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
- Chicken Fritta with Garlic Cream Sauce – inspired by the Olive Garden meal
Healthy Chicken Recipes
Lighter meals that don’t skimp on flavor. These healthy chicken recipes are great for anyone wanting wholesome dinners without the fuss.
- Baked Italian Chicken
- BLT Chicken Skillet
- Pineapple Salsa Chicken
- Baja Bowls – thin slice chicken over my cilantro lime rice with the most delicious toppings
- Chicken and Mango Salsa
One-Pan & Sheet Pan Meals
Let the oven do the work! These one-pan recipes are full of bold flavor and minimal cleanup.
- Baked Chicken Cutlets with Veggies – a full family dinner on one pan
- Easy Baked Chicken Fajitas
- Chicken Mozzarella Skillet
- Marry Me Chicken and Tortellini
- Creamy Dijon Chicken
Chicken Sandwiches, Wraps & Salads
Great for lunch or lighter dinners! These recipes turn thin-sliced chicken into fresh, flavorful meals everyone enjoys.
- Baja Chicken Sandwich
- Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
- Blackened Chicken Salad using my blackened chicken breast
- Baja Chicken Wrap
If you’re looking for thin chicken breast recipes, this list will be a keeper. If you need more chicken ideas check out this link.
If you have a tried and true recipe that uses thin cut chicken for dinner, make sure and let me know in the comments!
Does thin sliced chicken cook quicker?
Yes! Thinner chicken cooks quickly, typically in 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the method. For example, pan-searing takes about 2-3 minutes per side, while baking at
400˚F takes about 10-12 minutes? Just make sure internal temperature reaches 164˚F
How do you keep thin chicken breasts from drying out?
After your chicken breasts are done cooking, let them rest for at least half the time that you cooked them for before cutting into slices.
How do I store leftovers for these recipes?
To save leftovers, separate chicken pieces into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer up to a month
Thin-Sliced Baked Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, (3 chicken breasts)
- 3/4 cup flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425˚F.
To make the chicken into cutlets
- Place the chicken breast on a cutting board or other firm surface. Carefully use a long, sharp knife to slice each chicken breast horizontally into 3-4 thin chicken cutlets.Alternately, you can cut the chicken in half and pound the chicken out into thin cutlets.
To bread the chicken cutlets
- Gather 3 shallow bowls. In the first, add the flour. In the second, beat 3 eggs. In the the third, combine the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper. Then pour in the melted butter and stir together until evenly distributed.
- To coat the chicken, first dip it into the flour on all sides. Then wet the entire chicken cutlet in the egg mixture. Last turn each side to coat in the bread crumbs.
To bake the chicken cutlets
- Grease one or more baking sheets, then lay the chicken cutlets on the pan in a single layer (not touching). Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are crispy and the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165˚F.
- Remove from the oven and move the chicken cutlets to a wire cooling rack until ready to serve to stay crispy. If you let them sit on the baking sheet the bottoms can get soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Italian seasoning: If you don’t have Italian seasoning mix on hand, you can make your own by using 1/2 teaspoon each of the following dried herbs: basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, and sage.
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