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40+ Stove Top Chicken Recipes

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Author:

Kimber Matherne

Updated:

April 7, 2024

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Are you like me and are tired of spending hours in the kitchen trying to whip up a delicious meal for your family in the middle of a busy week? I’ve put together over 40 incredibly easy and family-friendly stove-top chicken recipes that will save you time while still being full of flavor. Using just one skillet or pan and very simple ingredients, these recipes are here to simplify your dinner routine while still satisfying your families appetites. Whether you’re looking for classic comfort food or bold flavors, you’ll find something here for everyone, including the picky eaters.

photo collage of 4; ranch chicken bites, lemon chicken pasta, tuscan chicken thighs skillet, and creamy chicken noodle soup in a white bowl this Recipe

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  • Easy Stove Top Chicken Recipes
  • 20 Minute Stove Top Chicken Recipes
  • Stovetop Soup Recipes
  • Family Friendly One Pot Dinner Recipes
  • Stove Top Chicken Thigh Recipes
  • Chicken Pasta Stovetop Recipes
  • Chicken Skillet Dinners
  • Stove Top Ranch Chicken Bites Recipe

Easy Stove Top Chicken Recipes

Weeknight dinner can be a breeze with these easy stove-top chicken recipes. Using boneless skinless chicken breasts and a few other ingredients and spices, these recipes are the perfect solution.

ranch chicken bites in a white pan
creamy sun dried tomato chicken in a skillet
  • Ranch Chicken Bites – one of my family’s all time favorite recipes
  • Garlic Chicken Bites – like the ranch bites, these are so easy and delicious
  • Buffalo Lime Grilled Chicken
  • Lemon Basil Chicken
  • Chicken and Asparagus Skillet – another family favorite
  • Hawaiian Chicken Tacos
  • Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Chicken

20 Minute Stove Top Chicken Recipes

When time is of the essence, put together a flavorful protein-packed meal in 20min or less with one of these quick stovetop chicken recipes.

teriyaki chicken bites on a plate of white rice and broccoli
chicken breast with tomato topping in a skillet
  • Blackened Chicken Tenders – perfect to use on my Blackened Chicken Salad for a light healthy lunch or dinner
  • Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders
  • Southwest Pineapple Salsa Chicken
  • Easy Teriyaki Chicken Bites
  • Pan-seared Chicken Breasts with my Homemade Chicken Seasoning (salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme)
  • Chicken Pomodoro
  • Chicken with Mushroom Cream Sauce
  • Easy Butter Chicken

Stovetop Soup Recipes

Warm up your kitchen with an easy stovetop soup recipe. Simmer cooked chicken with veggies, herbs, and spices in a pot and you have a nourishing meal ready to serve.

creamy chicken noodle soup in a white bowl
chicken tortilla soup in a white bowl
  • Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup – the BEST chicken noodle soup recipe!
  • Chicken Salsa Soup
  • Tuscan Tomato Tortellini Soup
  • Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • Green Chili Chicken Corn Chowder

Family Friendly One Pot Dinner Recipes

Simplify family dinners with these one pot chicken recipes. Cooking right on the stovetop and having minimal clean-up, makes feeding your family easier than ever.

chicken breasts cooked in a skillet with tomato sauce and pepperoni pieces
crustless chicken pot pie in a skillet
  • Chicken Pizzaiola – kids love this one pot meal of chicken and classic flavors of pizza
  • Creamy Chicken Piccata – a true family favorite in my home
  • Chicken with Pesto Cream Sauce
  • Crustless Chicken Pot Pie
  • Smothered Chicken Breast with Gravy

Stove Top Chicken Thigh Recipes

Prefer chicken thighs over chicken breasts? Try one of these stovetop chicken thigh recipes tonight.

mexican seasoned chicken thighs on a plate with white rice and black beans
tuscan chicken thighs in a skillet
  • Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs – sweet and savory Asian style chicken done in under 30 minutes
  • Blackened Chicken Thighs
  • Mexican Style Chicken Thighs – flavorful and great for meal prep
  • Chicken Street Tacos
  • Tuscan Chicken Thigh Skillet

Chicken Pasta Stovetop Recipes

So technically, you need a second pot to boil pasta, but these one pot chicken pasta dishes are fast and full of flavor and there’s no need to even turn on the oven. Try one of these recipes for a quick weeknight dinner.

tomato basil pasta in a skillet topped with chicken cutlet slices
lemon basil pasta topped with chicken cutlets and lemon slices in a skillet
  • Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
  • Italian Chicken Pasta
  • Lemon Basil Chicken Pasta
  • Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
  • Chicken Fritta with Garlic Cream Sauce

Chicken Skillet Dinners

The simplicity of skillet chicken recipes are sure to make your busy weeknight a little easier. Indulge in one of these savory skillet dinners tonight.

chicken breasts with tomato sauce and cheese in a skillet
chicken thighs with rice, corn, salsa in a skillet
  • Italian Chicken and Veggie Skillet
  • Creamy Tomato Chicken Basil Skillet
  • BLT Chicken Skillet
  • Cajun Chicken Skillet
  • Chicken Mozzarella Skillet
  • Chili Ranch Skillet Chicken
  • Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Skillet

If you’re looking for stove top chicken recipes, this list will be a keeper. If you need more dinner ideas using only one dish, check out all of my one dish recipes.

If you have a tried and true one pan chicken recipe, make sure and let me know in the comments!

Is chicken better in the oven or stovetop?

Boneless, skinless chicken breast is delicious on the stovetop. You can watch the chicken more closely to make sure they don’t get dried out and preserve the flavor and texture. Bone-in chicken (with or without skin) is great in the oven because the bones and skin keep the chicken from drying out.

How do you keep chicken from drying out in a pan?

I recommend using a thinner chicken breast or cutlet. This way your chicken spends less time in the pan and it will be less likely to dry out. If you do not have thin chicken breast, you can place chicken in between parchment paper and pound them to about 1/4-1/2 inch thickness.
If you like, use a meat thermometer and look for an internal temperature of 165°.

Do you use oil when you cook chicken breast in a skillet?

Yes. Using medium-high heat, get your pan hot. Once your pan is hot, drizzle oil or butter to cook your chicken breast. Olive oil, avocado oil, vegetable oil…..the choice is yours.

Ranch Chicken Bites Recipe prepared and redy to serve.

Stove Top Ranch Chicken Bites

By: Kimber Matherne
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These Stove Top Ranch Chicken Bites are easy to make and delicious. You can whip these up super quickly with just one pan on the stovetop so they make a great last minute dinner.  They are tender bites of chicken perfect for eating alone or serving on wraps, sandwiches, baked potatoes, salads and more.
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
Total Time: 25 minutes mins
8 4 oz servings
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Ingredients 

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp homemade ranch seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions 

  • Cut the chicken breast into 1-2″ chunks.  Put them in a container with 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp ranch seasoning.  Stir to coat with seasoning.  Let rest in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  • Heat remaining oil in a skillet over high heat.  Add the chicken and spread into a single flat layer.  Let cook 4-5 minutes without stirring or moving the chicken.  Then flip the pieces over and cook an additional 3-5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp)
  • Serve hot with your favorite sides. Enjoy!
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Recipe Notes

  • You can also use chicken tenders, chicken thighs, or other cuts of meat, however the cook time may vary.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the:
    • Refrigerator for 3-4 days
    • Freezer for up to a month
Dietary Considerations:
This recipe is naturally gluten free, low carb, and friendly for low carb and keto diets.
Nutrition facts provided based on my best estimation for the recipe and may not be accurate depending on what brands you use or modifications you make to the recipe.  I recommend using a nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you use for the most accurate calculation.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 0.5 lb, Calories: 286kcal (14%), Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 44g (88%), Fat: 13g (20%), Saturated Fat: 2g (13%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0g, Trans Fat: 0g, Cholesterol: 110mg (37%), Sodium: 464mg (20%), Potassium: 0mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 0g, Vitamin A: 0IU, Vitamin C: 0mg, Calcium: 0mg, Iron: 0mg

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